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victor809 wrote:

George Mason University Center for Climate Change Communication? Really....this exists?

HockeyDad wrote:

...and several others but let's let Brewie and Vikki have at it...birds of a feather.

Just check the critical thinking at the door and they're too busy patting each other on the backs!

DrMaddVibe wrote:

and a Reach Around ?

#-o

wheelrite wrote:

Of course!

He plays rubby Georgetown style!


You can tell he really didn't even read the article he posted. If he did...he'd see the glaring holes in it.

DrMaddVibe wrote:

I do find it funny that the thread would attract trolly-mc-trollerson. I see he went straight for the personal attacks. Kinda ironic.

victor809 wrote:

George Mason University Center for Climate Change Communication? Really....this exists?

HockeyDad wrote:

... are you of the impression that there are many other sources of grant money?

Really... kind of doubt anywhere else would give a group money to do this, since there isn't much profit in it.

victor809 wrote:

... are you of the impression that there are many other sources of grant money?

Really... kind of doubt anywhere else would give a group money to do this, since there isn't much profit in it.

victor809 wrote:

... I'm not seeing where the contention is here. If you think the study is bogus, check the materials and methods section. If you think it is worthless to do the study, ask yourself if you had evidence of the amount of destruction trolls bring to the ability to have a cogent conversation before this.

This isn't rocket science, nor is it supposed to be divisive. There are trolls on every side of a political discussion, so I don't know why there would be any defensiveness. And hell, I doubt this study got much grant money (if it makes you feel any better).

victor809 wrote:

If the NRA published a "study" on gun violence, would you view the results with skepticism?

borndead1 wrote:

It is important to point out that while it is certainly not true of most posters, the trolling that I do provides a needed and valued public service to my fellow BOTL'S.

Being one the few with the clarity of thought, sufficiently sharp gray matter, and the ability to courageously accept the reality of the situation, I provide an ongoing benefit by shining the light of truth and logic on the important issues of the day.

No need to thank me.

Brewha wrote: