Raymond, re <Among the multiplicities of lies, deceits and dishonesties you attempt to spread >. I don't mind your vituperation, it's kind of what I expect of you. For things to be hurtful, embarrassing, hit home etc, rather than cause an amused smile, they need to have at least an element of truth. I certainly have plenty of those sensitive spots. But you seem to miss by a mile if your intention is to strike home. Maybe you just enjoy being expressive and that's okay by me.
I hope you don't think you are persuasive - I doubt many people go with your flow. But enjoying the ranting is a major if not the main part of a good cyber-rave. So knock yourself out.
At the time the 'missing Ws' and vandalism were reported, I gave the comments about a 95% dilution factor. Sure enough. You mean there wasn't even one or two Ws missing.
Re my Orwellian doublespeak, while GeorgeW was appointed rather than electorally successful, it was still the outcome of democratic processes, which include the gradual appointment of Supreme Court judges on a political basis. But I was mainly meaning in the New Zealand context, where the politicians go quietly after an election result. Though Muldoon offered some resistance and certainly didn't go quietly.
<Your selective memory about the joys of being an oppressed and subjugated peon in a colony is breathtaking.>
Oh for Rudyard Kipling. Re the opium, I don't think it's very easy to cynically addict millions of Chinese. People mostly choose their own poisons. Even Chinese make their own choices, strange as that may seem to you. Do you make your own choices? Perhaps I could induce opiate addiction in you with simple words, sophistry, tapestry, casuistry and I would like to add pastichistry [which I also consider a talent of mine]. Thanks for the compliments BTW [I don't know the meanings of all those words, but I think they sound complimentary].
Let's start with cigarettes, and lead up to opiates. Now, I want you to go and buy a packet of smokes [choose some whose decor appeals to you - don't just get the most common type because you need to express your individuality]. Then, see if you can smoke just one a day for three days. Then report back. This is a test of your character, determination, self-control and ability to resist addiction. This is your chance to show your true mettle.
If you are feeling really tough, have one a day for a week. Then we can have another session.
You'll be so proud of yourself when you can defy my expectations of your character. Take the challenge!! Go on, do it right now. Just Do It. I don't believe you can. You lack that casuistry stuff.
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