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Posts Made By: Greg Shaffer

November 19, 2020 04:20 AM Forum: Politics

Covid numbers up due to increased testing. So say some......

Posted By Greg Shaffer

I just dont get all the worry over this covid thing.....I dont doubt for a second that the infection rate is rising and probably isnt all explained away by increased testing though that is a definite factor.

I see it like this....it is real, it is here and it isnt going to magically go away. It is seriously dangerous to a small (very small) percentage of the population. One of two things has to happen, herd immunity which I think is probably the most likely path and best path if it doesnt outrun the medical community's ability to handle the load or a highly successful vaccine is successfully created and distributed.

I have not posted about it before but I came down with it myself about 6 or 7 weeks ago..... I am 66 and in pretty decent shape and health, far better than many my age from what I see out there. For me I have had several bouts with the flu that were far worse and far more miserable. I suspect that is true for the majority of cases. 95% of my work is from home and it really didnt slow me down although I did get tired quicker than usual and the congestion was irritating. It lasted a couple of weeks. Best I can tell I am back to normal and have been for at least a month. There are 3 of us here and we all went through it about the same time. It was a little worse for the other 2 but they are heavy smokers and I have not smoked in over 40 years. None of us got anywhere close to seriously ill though.....

Based on my personal experience politics has driven this thing and this country to mostly ridiculous levels.....

November 20, 2020 07:49 AM Forum: Politics

You are very naive or stupid

Posted By Greg Shaffer

Yall can piss and moan all you like.....I am going to go out on a limb and say that at this point there is a distinct possibility Trump will be here 4 more years. I didnt say *probability* though smile

November 21, 2020 12:03 AM Forum: Politics

You are very naive or stupid

Posted By Greg Shaffer

Originally Posted by Rod Kaufman

Try telling that to Trumptoids like Greg...

November 21, 2020 02:04 AM Forum: Politics

You are very naive or stupid

Posted By Greg Shaffer

Originally Posted by Rod Kaufman
Hey Greg, since you and your friends were sick with covid and all, did you catch Herb's message about 20% of those applying for AM accounts are rejected? He asked if we know where they go? I think the answer is a bit cloudy, maybe you can think it over tonight and let us know tomorrow...
 No idea what you are talking about....

November 21, 2020 02:18 AM Forum: Politics

You are very naive or stupid

Posted By Greg Shaffer

Originally Posted by Rod Kaufman

You have no idea of what you're talking about...

November 21, 2020 02:28 AM Forum: Politics

You are very naive or stupid

Posted By Greg Shaffer

Originally Posted by Rod Kaufman
Greg, have you had your cognitive functions checked, post covid?

November 22, 2020 02:09 PM Forum: Politics

Illegal Border Crossings Rise for Sixth Straight Month

Posted By Greg Shaffer

Originally Posted by Mel Maki
If you had enough blades with you, you had enough time, and you are cutting thin steel, and didn't have to cut concrete you could get it done. But you accept any anti-Trump story as gospel and act like a brat 7th grader to anybody that has any skepticism. Politics make you a bit juvenile. 

A bit? LOL

November 23, 2020 12:26 PM Forum: Politics

Newsmax/Oann Dream Trump Lawyer Sidney Powell Being Disavowed By Trump Legal Team!

Posted By Greg Shaffer

Originally Posted by James Lacey


Apparently, her conspiracy theories are too crazy even for Trump and Rudy.

Strange turn......I mean what was it last Friday or Thursday the "team" gave a 1.5 hour press conference and she spoke 2nd right after Rudy? Sounds a lot like potential fake news.....

November 23, 2020 11:20 PM Forum: Politics

Newsmax/Oann Dream Trump Lawyer Sidney Powell Being Disavowed By Trump Legal Team!

Posted By Greg Shaffer

Originally Posted by James Lacey


Maybe she could refuse to concede her rejection and file some frivolous lawsuits?

I think perhaps it just more fake news......ie them (the news) just tying to create a stir...... Her response to it...

“I agree with the campaign’s statement that I am not part of the campaign’s legal team. I never signed a retainer agreement or sent the President or the campaign a bill for my expenses or fees,” Powell said in a statement. “My intent has always been to expose all the fraud I could find and let the chips fall where they may—whether it be upon Republicans or Democrats.”

November 24, 2020 12:36 PM Forum: Politics

Covid numbers up due to increased testing. So say some......

Posted By Greg Shaffer

Originally Posted by Jim Moscheck

Thank you guys. Keith passed away this afternoon. Very sad day around here. He just turned 63 while on the ventilator. 

Condolences.....losing friends is never easy