Sunday, July 31, 2005
Push Some Buttons!
You can get the official campaign button by going to CafePress.com. I've kept them simple so that even people who hate me might not mind wearing one.
Quantum Realities
Just finished re-reading the Schrödinger's Cat Trilogy
. It has a lot of fascinating observations on politics in general and president's more specifically. If you can handle one of the weirdest reads you'll ever do, then I challenge you to read it.
. It has a lot of fascinating observations on politics in general and president's more specifically. If you can handle one of the weirdest reads you'll ever do, then I challenge you to read it.Monday, July 25, 2005
People Power!
My spouse and I went clothes shopping today. She needed some new jeans so she tried on a couple pairs of Levis. She came out of the dressing room and wasn't certain, so she handed them to me and started to peruse the wall some more. Out of curiosity, I peaked inside at the tag.
"Whoa! Check this out! This pair is made in Egypt but this pair is made in Pakistan."
She looked at me, took the jeans, and put them back on the shelf. "I can't do it."
We then left the store without making a purchase.
People, THAT is power!
"Whoa! Check this out! This pair is made in Egypt but this pair is made in Pakistan."
She looked at me, took the jeans, and put them back on the shelf. "I can't do it."
We then left the store without making a purchase.
People, THAT is power!
Thursday, July 14, 2005
Mr. Environment
Most people have accepted that we are losing trees at an alarming rate. Mountainsides are being stripped and the rainforest is being destroyed.
If elected, I promise to quit my job manufacturing saw chain that aids in the removal of trees. Since I am the number one production guy, this will slow the production of the tools of tree removal. And if they have to hire two people to replace me, I'll be creating valuable manufacturing jobs.
It's win-win!
If elected, I promise to quit my job manufacturing saw chain that aids in the removal of trees. Since I am the number one production guy, this will slow the production of the tools of tree removal. And if they have to hire two people to replace me, I'll be creating valuable manufacturing jobs.
It's win-win!
SEX!
Concerns over the proliferation of sexual content seem to be popping up all around me. People seem to wonder if there isn't too much proliferation of sex in TV, movies, magazines, and video games (to mention a few sources). In my humble opinion, individuals and groups who want to regulate sexual content are a bunch of puritanical pukes trying to ruin my life. Ever tried flipping through broadcast television channels in search of something even remotely sexy? I might catch a glimpse of breasts on National Geographic, but that has nothing to do with 'sexy'. That is about cultural differences and merely serves to remind me that I am surrounded by puritanical pukes who wish to regulate the content available to me over public broadcast signals.
And of course people will always yell and scream about the children. We MUST protect the children. If you have a child, YOU have to raise them. Until they are legally emancipated from you, they are your responsibility. Many people will offer help and advice and your job as a parent is to take it or leave it. Here's the short and sweet of it. Don't let your dog shit in my yard. Don't let your kids peruse my porn.
And if you're concerned about media content, stop consuming media. Believe it or not, it is possible.
And of course people will always yell and scream about the children. We MUST protect the children. If you have a child, YOU have to raise them. Until they are legally emancipated from you, they are your responsibility. Many people will offer help and advice and your job as a parent is to take it or leave it. Here's the short and sweet of it. Don't let your dog shit in my yard. Don't let your kids peruse my porn.
And if you're concerned about media content, stop consuming media. Believe it or not, it is possible.
Checking In
I'm glad to see my bid for President on the skids so early on. If I thought for one second that I might actually win, I think I would have to bow out.
Saturday, June 25, 2005
Violent Reality
"The Iraqi people are growing in optimism and hope," Bush said. "They understand that the violence is only a part of the reality in Iraq."
I'm so glad that violence is only a PART of the reality in Iraq.
I'm so glad that violence is only a PART of the reality in Iraq.
Tuesday, June 14, 2005
Monday, May 23, 2005
Flag Etiquette
Reportedly when Peter Fonda was riding around Los Angeles on Captain America in his Easy Rider costume, trying to break in the gear and give the bike a more 'used' look, he would get pulled over a lot. Part of it probably had something to do with a long haired guy riding around in the middle of the night on a chopper. But it was also partially due to the American flag motif. You see, it's just not proper etiquette to use the American flag in that manner. While it wasn't (and still isn't) against the law, it sure as hell pissed off 'patriotic' Americans.
Of course now the flag gets recklessly plastered on all sorts of crap. A lot of misuse comes from people's ignorance. Don't be ignorant! You can read up on etiquette at sites like this one.
The sudden proliferation of flags in and on motor vehicles is one of the most striking problems (don't even get me started on flag use in advertising). It's sad to see a battered, faded, wind shredded flag fluttering along on some person's car. Even more troubling are the stickers. Just to make it nice and sparkling clear for everyone, when a flag is displayed on something that moves such as cars, busses, little red wagons, or the sleeves of your jacket, it should be applied in such a way that it will appear to be flowing in the wind. In other words, the stars should always be forward with the bars flowing towards the rear.
Which brings me to a truly sad thing I spotted. The local motorcycle police ride Kawasakis. That in and of itself churns my stomach. Police are paid through the taxation of Americans who presumably work in America for American companies. A perfectly suitable American motorcycle manufacturer (who shall remain nameless) provides law enforcement models for purchase by police and sheriff's departments. There is no need to be buying foreign made bikes for the job no matter what the savings. (Yes, that's a personal opinion and I'm standing by it!) But far worse than that, the flag decals on the right hand sides of their motorcycles are facing the wrong way! The bars are forward.
All of this shouldn't bother me as much as it does. I'd be more likely to join in a chorus of The Pledge of Defiance than that of allegiance. I have my reasons. But damn it, if you want to show your patriotism by flying an American flag you should take the time to do it right! I own two flags, myself. The first one I received was draped across the coffin of my uncle/godfather who served in Korea in the Navy. I later received my grandfather's coffin flag. He had served in the Army during WWII. On a few occasions I have displayed either of these flags. Each time I have done so with full observance of all recommended protocols.
I have seen people burn flags in protest and later asked them if they were familiar with the proper etiquette. They always have been. I have seen the flag flown upside down and asked the individuals if they knew what it meant. They do. So to see a bunch of so called 'good American patriots' fucking around with the symbol, oblivious to their desecration, is really sickening. Your ilk are right up there with those who willingly followed the blind patriotism of Nazi Germany. That's right, just go along with the crowd and you'll be fine. Don't talk to me about patriotism and respect. Don't go shoving your flag in my face unless you want me to dip it in kerosene and stick it up your ass and light it.
Was that a bit harsh? Tough shit.
Of course now the flag gets recklessly plastered on all sorts of crap. A lot of misuse comes from people's ignorance. Don't be ignorant! You can read up on etiquette at sites like this one.
The sudden proliferation of flags in and on motor vehicles is one of the most striking problems (don't even get me started on flag use in advertising). It's sad to see a battered, faded, wind shredded flag fluttering along on some person's car. Even more troubling are the stickers. Just to make it nice and sparkling clear for everyone, when a flag is displayed on something that moves such as cars, busses, little red wagons, or the sleeves of your jacket, it should be applied in such a way that it will appear to be flowing in the wind. In other words, the stars should always be forward with the bars flowing towards the rear.
Which brings me to a truly sad thing I spotted. The local motorcycle police ride Kawasakis. That in and of itself churns my stomach. Police are paid through the taxation of Americans who presumably work in America for American companies. A perfectly suitable American motorcycle manufacturer (who shall remain nameless) provides law enforcement models for purchase by police and sheriff's departments. There is no need to be buying foreign made bikes for the job no matter what the savings. (Yes, that's a personal opinion and I'm standing by it!) But far worse than that, the flag decals on the right hand sides of their motorcycles are facing the wrong way! The bars are forward.
All of this shouldn't bother me as much as it does. I'd be more likely to join in a chorus of The Pledge of Defiance than that of allegiance. I have my reasons. But damn it, if you want to show your patriotism by flying an American flag you should take the time to do it right! I own two flags, myself. The first one I received was draped across the coffin of my uncle/godfather who served in Korea in the Navy. I later received my grandfather's coffin flag. He had served in the Army during WWII. On a few occasions I have displayed either of these flags. Each time I have done so with full observance of all recommended protocols.
I have seen people burn flags in protest and later asked them if they were familiar with the proper etiquette. They always have been. I have seen the flag flown upside down and asked the individuals if they knew what it meant. They do. So to see a bunch of so called 'good American patriots' fucking around with the symbol, oblivious to their desecration, is really sickening. Your ilk are right up there with those who willingly followed the blind patriotism of Nazi Germany. That's right, just go along with the crowd and you'll be fine. Don't talk to me about patriotism and respect. Don't go shoving your flag in my face unless you want me to dip it in kerosene and stick it up your ass and light it.
Was that a bit harsh? Tough shit.
Sunday, May 15, 2005
A Link Between Abortion and Crime Reduction
Check out this blog for a discussion of how the legalization of abortion in the 1970's might just be responsible for a decrease in crime from the mid-1980's through the 1990's.
Tuesday, May 03, 2005
This Just in: The Bush Family Knows More Than You
Fortunately, the Jeb Bush klan in Florida has backed down from their attempts at keeping a 13 year old girl from getting an abortion. Story via Reuters.
Now, can anyone in the class tell me what right the government has in determining individual health care decisions regardless of age? Now, this is just a broad interpretation of the tenth amendment to that fine old document called the US Constitution, but I feel pretty certain that it is NONE of their damn business!
And I'll go you one further. Until that kid is squeezed out and the cord snipped, it is part of someone else. If I want to cut off my hand (see "The Bible"), remove an ear (Picasso), pluck out an eye (Bible again), or have my apendix removed (common), the government has no right to intervene. Instead of calling it an abortion, call it a "fetalectomy". Or think of it as removing a cancer that will be a burden on you emotionally and physically for the rest of your life. And don't give me that "sanctity of life" crap. That's a belief system and others are not required to adhere to it. Get used to it.
And as long as I am ranting (wipes foam from around mouth), which is crueler?
A) A 13 year old getting an abortion
B) A 14 year old giving birth
C) Having to listen to me rant
Now, can anyone in the class tell me what right the government has in determining individual health care decisions regardless of age? Now, this is just a broad interpretation of the tenth amendment to that fine old document called the US Constitution, but I feel pretty certain that it is NONE of their damn business!
And I'll go you one further. Until that kid is squeezed out and the cord snipped, it is part of someone else. If I want to cut off my hand (see "The Bible"), remove an ear (Picasso), pluck out an eye (Bible again), or have my apendix removed (common), the government has no right to intervene. Instead of calling it an abortion, call it a "fetalectomy". Or think of it as removing a cancer that will be a burden on you emotionally and physically for the rest of your life. And don't give me that "sanctity of life" crap. That's a belief system and others are not required to adhere to it. Get used to it.
And as long as I am ranting (wipes foam from around mouth), which is crueler?
A) A 13 year old getting an abortion
B) A 14 year old giving birth
C) Having to listen to me rant
Wednesday, April 27, 2005
Education
It's time to take a crack at espousing my position on education.
Everyone but Americans seems to know just how badly our public education system is failing. I have a solution with proven success.
When researchers enter the classroom to test out their latest educational structure theories, students in that classroom always seem to do better. The added attention and excitement of experimentation encourages students to perform well. Why don't we take advantage of this by turning every classroom into an education laboratory? Not only would students benefit from the extra attention given them by researchers, but we would create an atmosphere of exploration that just might lead to some real innovation. Such an endeavor could put our nation back at the top again!
Everyone but Americans seems to know just how badly our public education system is failing. I have a solution with proven success.
When researchers enter the classroom to test out their latest educational structure theories, students in that classroom always seem to do better. The added attention and excitement of experimentation encourages students to perform well. Why don't we take advantage of this by turning every classroom into an education laboratory? Not only would students benefit from the extra attention given them by researchers, but we would create an atmosphere of exploration that just might lead to some real innovation. Such an endeavor could put our nation back at the top again!
Saturday, April 23, 2005
Punk in Drublic Again
What the hell is it with blue laws? Aren't these completely outdated? Shouldn't we just throw them on the junk pile and strike a match?
In Minnesota I cold not go to the bar after 1:00 AM. Now in Oregon I can't go after 2:30 AM. It makes no sense. I am on a graveyard shift. Everything I do is on a different schedule. Shouldn't the ability to quaff alcohol on a whim represent that? And shouldn't I have the ability to walk down the street with a bottle in hand without getting worked over by cops? I know I could devise a way to prevent the pratfalls, but it doesn't make up for unjust laws. If I want to drink at 6:00 AM and a bar is willing to serve me, what right does the government have to intervene in that process?
In Minnesota I cold not go to the bar after 1:00 AM. Now in Oregon I can't go after 2:30 AM. It makes no sense. I am on a graveyard shift. Everything I do is on a different schedule. Shouldn't the ability to quaff alcohol on a whim represent that? And shouldn't I have the ability to walk down the street with a bottle in hand without getting worked over by cops? I know I could devise a way to prevent the pratfalls, but it doesn't make up for unjust laws. If I want to drink at 6:00 AM and a bar is willing to serve me, what right does the government have to intervene in that process?
Tuesday, April 12, 2005
Extra-Terrestrial States the Obvious
Leave it to the Weekly World News to break a story revealing what most Americans already know.
Wisconsin May Take a Shot at Eliminating Stray Cats
I can hardly contain myself after reading this news story about how Wisconsin May Take a Shot at Eliminating Stray Cats. At first I simply wondered why the government needed to intervene in this at all. I mean every farmer knows that when a stray cat wanders on to their property, they can shoot at it. But this is the age of laws, and such a law would protect hunters from zealous cat lovers who don't fully grasp the situation.
When a friend of mine moved to Portland, one of the first things he commented was, "Have you noticed the abundance of stray cats and the absence of song birds? Think there's any connection?"
Yes, I am a cat killer. One of my favorite stories involves my dad and I clearing the farm of cats when they all got distemper. I stood outside the barn door with my shotgun. He would go inside, find a cat, grab it, and bring it to the door. I would then yell, "PULL!" In all, we shot about a dozen cats that day, father and son bonding over a grizzly but essential task. These were all pets. (It's probably inappropriate to bring up Terri Schiavo at this time.) And I learned something, too. Cats don't always land on their feet.
As a Presidential Candidate, I support Wisconsin's efforts to list stray domestic cats as an unprotected species. Pass the 12-gauge and put on the kettle.
When a friend of mine moved to Portland, one of the first things he commented was, "Have you noticed the abundance of stray cats and the absence of song birds?
Yes, I am a cat killer. One of my favorite stories involves my dad and I clearing the farm of cats when they all got distemper. I stood outside the barn door with my shotgun. He would go inside, find a cat, grab it, and bring it to the door. I would then yell, "PULL!" In all, we shot about a dozen cats that day, father and son bonding over a grizzly but essential task. These were all pets. (It's probably inappropriate to bring up Terri Schiavo at this time.) And I learned something, too. Cats don't always land on their feet.
As a Presidential Candidate, I support Wisconsin's efforts to list stray domestic cats as an unprotected species. Pass the 12-gauge and put on the kettle.
Friday, April 08, 2005
No Good Capitalist Scumbag
After sleeping on the idea of the Wyrd Revolution, I decided that I needed some way for thse who wanted to donate to my campaign to do so. I could go through and set up a non-profit political entity. It really isn't that hard to do. But if I want a leadership role in this country, I need to lead. Therefor, I will allow all of my profits from this venture to be taxed. Since I live in the state of Oregon, there is no sales tax, so that makes it easier on all of you.
Why would I allow myself to be taxed? Have you seen the National Debt recently? We're talking nearly $8 Trillion now. It's not my fault. But if I'm going to come into office with the task of getting such a debt under control, well, I'd like the support of the American people in doing so. To the wyrd masses out there, that means taxes. I hate being saddled with someone else's debt. As for the extremely wealthy top 10% in this country who feel like too large of a burden is being placed on them, don't think for a minute I won't be coming after you when elected!
Towards the end of generating some revenue which in turn I will pay taxes on to fulfill my patriotic duty of paying off someone else's debt, I have added two links to the right. Notice the lovely Amazon search bar and PayPal Donation button. Using either of these will help me achieve my goal of being the first Presidential Candidate to enter the Gumball 3000 to help raise awareness for my campaign.
I will also periodically plug items in this space that if you purchase, will help generate funds for my campaign. For instance, Americans hate spending the time to read, so instead, watch the work of author Robert Anton Wilson in this great DVD.
I credit Wilson as one of the most influential voices behind the concept of the Wyrd Revolution. This DVD is a great introduction to the author and the ideas that permeate his literature.
I also have to credit the Butthole Surfers and their album Weird Revolution.
Why would I allow myself to be taxed? Have you seen the National Debt recently? We're talking nearly $8 Trillion now. It's not my fault. But if I'm going to come into office with the task of getting such a debt under control, well, I'd like the support of the American people in doing so. To the wyrd masses out there, that means taxes. I hate being saddled with someone else's debt. As for the extremely wealthy top 10% in this country who feel like too large of a burden is being placed on them, don't think for a minute I won't be coming after you when elected!
Towards the end of generating some revenue which in turn I will pay taxes on to fulfill my patriotic duty of paying off someone else's debt, I have added two links to the right. Notice the lovely Amazon search bar and PayPal Donation button. Using either of these will help me achieve my goal of being the first Presidential Candidate to enter the Gumball 3000 to help raise awareness for my campaign.
I will also periodically plug items in this space that if you purchase, will help generate funds for my campaign. For instance, Americans hate spending the time to read, so instead, watch the work of author Robert Anton Wilson in this great DVD.
I credit Wilson as one of the most influential voices behind the concept of the Wyrd Revolution. This DVD is a great introduction to the author and the ideas that permeate his literature.
I also have to credit the Butthole Surfers and their album Weird Revolution.
Wyrd Revolution
Early morning ramblings when I should be in bed getting ready for one more night shift before the weekend.
Woke up having to pee really bad. It happens. But then I couldn't get back to sleep. A thought was buzzing through me and it wanted release. So here I am, blasting a message from the haze of sleeplessness.
This is the Wyrd Revolution. This is for every abnormal person out there. Think about that, and then try to find the normal person. Look around you and try to find one normal individual. Have you ever met a single person who you would classify as 100% normal? Does such a thing even exist?
It's the Wyrd Revolution. Another reason for the Wyrd Revolution, is the letter W. The poor thing has gotten a lot of negative press. It's a pretty cool letter and I hate to see it go down in the history books as evil. W is for Wyrd, and this is the Wyrd Revolution. Take back the W!
And I have my first clear campaign goal set, now. I'm going to start raising funds so I can be the first Presidential Candidate to drive the Gumball 3000! Details on my fund raising efforts will be forth coming. Right now, I need sleep!
Woke up having to pee really bad. It happens. But then I couldn't get back to sleep. A thought was buzzing through me and it wanted release. So here I am, blasting a message from the haze of sleeplessness.
This is the Wyrd Revolution. This is for every abnormal person out there. Think about that, and then try to find the normal person. Look around you and try to find one normal individual. Have you ever met a single person who you would classify as 100% normal? Does such a thing even exist?
It's the Wyrd Revolution. Another reason for the Wyrd Revolution, is the letter W. The poor thing has gotten a lot of negative press. It's a pretty cool letter and I hate to see it go down in the history books as evil. W is for Wyrd, and this is the Wyrd Revolution. Take back the W!
And I have my first clear campaign goal set, now. I'm going to start raising funds so I can be the first Presidential Candidate to drive the Gumball 3000! Details on my fund raising efforts will be forth coming. Right now, I need sleep!
Thursday, April 07, 2005
The Importance of My Candidacy
Why should people vote for me? I don't really want the job. That's the point. No person in their right mind would want the job. What sane individual says, "I want to command the world's largest military and have my finger on the button of the world's largest nuclear arsenal"? Does that sound like anything a sane individual would want?
And I think people understand this intuitively. On rough estimates, only about half of eligible voters actually vote. Imagine if EVERYONE actually voted and cast their vote the same way as they don't cast their vote now, or voted for themselves, or their best friend, or their favorite fictional character. Instead of our current President winning with 51% of the vote, he would have only received 26% of the vote. Then when he came out and said he received a mandate, people could look at the numbers and see that anyone who considers a quarter of voters as a mandate is delusional, a liar, or both.
That is the true purpose behind the Jake in 2008 campaign. Expose the fraud!
And I think people understand this intuitively. On rough estimates, only about half of eligible voters actually vote. Imagine if EVERYONE actually voted and cast their vote the same way as they don't cast their vote now, or voted for themselves, or their best friend, or their favorite fictional character. Instead of our current President winning with 51% of the vote, he would have only received 26% of the vote. Then when he came out and said he received a mandate, people could look at the numbers and see that anyone who considers a quarter of voters as a mandate is delusional, a liar, or both.
That is the true purpose behind the Jake in 2008 campaign. Expose the fraud!
Friday, April 01, 2005
CGI Support
Jake booster Mr. Purple has helped me to hone in on the all important mutant/alien market. Check it out.
VOTE JAKE in 2008 !
VOTE JAKE in 2008 !
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