28 Mar 13
Are you going to keep opening threads like this every week?
I work in science. Most science is, frankly, useless. Some of it will lead to amazing applications and insights. When Einstein was developing relativity theory, he wasn't thinking that his theory would be useful for your car navigation, yet it would not work without understanding relativity. It's impossible to tell beforehand if some research is going to lead somewhere - that's why science needs public funding.
28 Mar 13
Originally posted by EladarA single Tomahawk missile can cost almost twice as much.
http://cnsnews.com/news/article/feds-spending-880000-study-benefits-snail-sex
Looks like the government has more money than it knows what to do.
It appears the study may reveal valuable insights into many species, including humans. And there is another more immediate benefit besides: scientific researchers are kept employed, thereby enhancing the prospects of anyone thinking of entering into a STEM field. Just generally, if you want to keep the Empire competitive in science and technology, this is how you do it. This is how you attract the best students to your university to pursue an advanced degree and make a contribution to future imperial glory. You should be eating it up.
28 Mar 13
Originally posted by EladarAre you not getting enough sex?
http://cnsnews.com/news/article/feds-spending-880000-study-benefits-snail-sex
Looks like the government has more money than it knows what to do.
First it was sluts and now it's snails.
If you put sluts and nailed together I suppose you get snails.
This is a family show. Take it to the porn forum. 🙂
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28 Mar 13
Originally posted by EladarYou know, we in the UK have regular events like LiveAid and Comic Relief to raise money for the unfortunate residents of failed states where there is no wasteful spending on government and public services and where everything is left to private funding. Hey those Ethiopians don't half show enterprise when they are deprived of a welfare state.
If science needs funding, then let the funding come from private donations. The government shouldn't have to right to take money from me to spend it in such stupid ways.
28 Mar 13
Originally posted by finneganWhy not use LiveAid and Comic Relief to raise money for these studies? Why use the power of government to take money away from people to force them to do it?
You know, we in the UK have regular events like LiveAid and Comic Relief to raise money for the unfortunate residents of failed states where there is no wasteful spending on government and public services and where everything is left to private funding. Hey those Ethiopians don't half show enterprise when they are deprived of a welfare state.
28 Mar 13
Originally posted by EladarYeah, investing in science is a really poor investment. You wouldn't want to develop new technologies now, would you?
If science needs funding, then let the funding come from private donations. The government shouldn't have to right to take money from me to spend it in such stupid ways.
29 Mar 13
Originally posted by KazetNagorraLast time I checked, investing in science isn't the reason for taxes. Perhaps you can find it in the US Constitution.
Yeah, investing in science is a really poor investment. You wouldn't want to develop new technologies now, would you?
29 Mar 13
Originally posted by EladarI'll tell you what, Elander, when one of these "useless" government supported endevours ends up with something that will improve or even save your life, can we cut you out of the rewards?
If science needs funding, then let the funding come from private donations. The government shouldn't have to right to take money from me to spend it in such stupid ways.
29 Mar 13
Originally posted by finneganYou need to move to Somalia. VERY little government and no government spending. Also no infrastructure like roads, shools, hospitals, universities, etc. But you will have your money. I'n sure you will be very happy there.
Beyond irony. There is no point pretending this is a debate. It is a rant.
29 Mar 13
Originally posted by PhrannyI didn't say they were useless, just an inappropriate use of tax money.
I'll tell you what, Elander, when one of these "useless" government supported endevours ends up with something that will improve or even save your life, can we cut you out of the rewards?