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Law, morality, and common sense aren’t always one and the same. We all have our own personal insights into what society does wrong and there’s no denying that there should (probably) be some new laws to improve everyone’s lives.

Well, Jimmy Fallon, the host of The Tonight Show, invited his followers to participate in the #ThereShouldBeALaw challenge. He asked them to tweet out their opinions about what new laws we should totally have.

We collected some of the very best responses, so scroll down, upvote the suggestions for new laws that you agree with, and remember to share them with your friends. If you have any ideas for laws yourselves, share your thoughts with everyone in the comments below.

When you’re done looking through this list, check out our previous posts about Jimmy’s challenges, including the dumbest family fights, ruining movies with one extra word, and the coldest insults they’ve gotten.

Image credits: jimmyfallon

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Colleen Coughlin
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If This were physically feasible, this would be a fantastic law!

Steven Cook
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Physically it's totally possible. Morally it is very very ambiguous and problematic.

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Catlady6000
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Classes, tests and psych evaluation before driving a car, getting married, having children or owning a gun. Downvote me if you must, but there are just too many scary crazies out there

Nia Loves Art
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How do you prevent people who fail the test from having children?

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Monika Pucko
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5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

welllll, the Germans tried that once... didn't go down very good in history

Niffler_13
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5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Actually Germans got the idea of Eugenics from American Scientists and some States continued to practice Eugenics up until the 1970s.

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tuzdayschild
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There aren't enough upvotes in the world for this.

Nia Loves Art
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There aren’t enough downvotes. Scary to see so many people thinking eugenics is a funny idea.

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Chris DiFonso
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What would be the factors in scoring to determine who gets to have kids? For example - intelligence? There are many smart people who did very evil things, including genocide. Money? If that were a factor, scumbag Bernie Madoff would pass. I could give many more examples.

Blue Cicada
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not an intelligence test. You would have to exhibit basic knowledge of what it takes to care for a tiny helpless human. You would have to exhibit proper development of reasoning and problem-solving skills. Obviously, it would be morally wrong to actually require a test. In the US, it is disheartening to see that the most vulnerable and unprepared are frequently those most likely to become teenage parents or young adult parents.

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El Dee
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Woohoo! Eugenics! Always popular..

Brenda Boylan
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Have you heard of a little book called The Giver? Not a good idea.

The Girl on Fire
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Do we really want the government controlling who has and doesn't have kids? I'm not conspiracy theorist but that sounds very much Nazi-like.

Karen Klinck
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No, eugenics is devoted to making a *superior* human. This is a suggestion to make sure people know how to raise a child. But it has the same problems: who makes the rules?

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    Becca Gizmo the Squirrel
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or if your church openly supports politicians and donates to them.

    Renee Gauthier
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually, that is a law. It just gets ignored.

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    Ksenia M
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or how about: if your church is making money you have to pay taxes.

    Jewel Kong
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Churches do not make money. The money is donated by the members. The members' money have already been taxed. Should we tax it again?

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    Isidien Gudmundsdottir
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If ANY Church doesn't walk their talk, they are no long tax exempt.

    Jasmine Redington
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This would be a very hard thing to prove. It would also be difficult to decide what the criteria is because churches are made up of human beings who are flawed. So although a churches intentions may be good and although they may do their best to walk the way the Bible instructs, some people are going to fail at some point or another. There is no perfect church. Yes, there are some that are downright evil though they claim to be places of God, but most try their best to reach people and build lives.

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    Andy Acceber
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think there should be a asset limit that any church that owns more than $X in assets should have that excess taxed at a specific rate. The limit could differ locally, but in no community should the church be the most affluent "business."

    Bobert Robertson
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    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My church looks like this, but it's not because the church is rolling in cash. It's because members of the congregation make contributions to pay for these. A lot of times people will just donate equipment to the church such as the screens, projectors, lights, instruments etc. which all has an impact on membership. You can argue whether it attracts or pushes people away, but in our case the congregation is booming, and our pastors still take home a very reasonable salary at the end of the day - they are not rich.

    Borealbabe
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So Why not keep the church a humble place and give that money/equipment back to less fortunate places in your community? Why does it have to be so fancy? I don't understand your mentality, sir. The cost of that kind of building is huge and not just to build it either. The utilities would be very expensive every month. You know There's probably schools that could utilize some of those instruments and A/V equipment etc or a hospital getting upgraded instead of building something so costly being built in the first place. There are a lot of people that could've been helped with the money spent on that building

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    L McN
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In this case I disagree, the church is appealing to new audiences that fit today's world expectations. BUT, if your pastor makes over $100k, then the church needs to stop as now it is all about money....heck, we can even lower that amount in certain areas. Like small city idaho, 30k, but downtown LA? nope 30k wont work.

    Dawn Baik
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wish i could hit the up button more than once!

    Karen Klinck
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or if the 'discussion after sermon' includes, "I can't tell you who to vote for, because we're a tax-exempt church. But I *personally* plan to vote for _____."

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    Freya the Wanderer
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Education should be, if not free, at least affordable - and companies offering stident loans should be much more strictly regulated. Allowing obscene amounts of interest to pile up is unethical, and probably criminal!

    athornedrose
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    likewise, it should be illegal for your alma mater to call you asking for donations before you've paid off your student loans

    El Dee
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seems fair, fairer to make education free though. I always feel sorry for kids who can't get an education because it has to be paid for, usually sky high prices too! Keeps the poor people poor, I suppose that's why it doesn't happen in countries that are already developed..

    Jill Tibbetts Tuley
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Except for my 1st semester where my parents decided where I would attend college, I paid for the rest of it myself...Did 4 years in 2.5, and am damn proud of it! Consequently, treated myself to a brand new Ford Grand Torino Sport as a graduation gift!

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    Dave P
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So doctors paying the min a month on their loans while earning 250k+ a year should get discounts until they are 45? And what about people who made bad choices with their degrees and university choices should they be rewarded for bad decisions? This is stupid

    Selwyn Roberts
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There should be a law to charge the phone company for poor service.

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    Bored Panda reached out to Abby Lampe, one of the people who responded to Jimmy Fallon and said that people who "can't use the correct use of too, to, two, and your, you're" should go to a mandatory workshop.

    She believes that "a lot of people misuse homophones and although they may have been through the education system, they still have flawed grammar."

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    "I see it all the time throughout social media and people texting," Abby added.

    "The law would be helpful for those who maybe were dropouts or didn’t take school very seriously. It would emphasize that grammar is important in today’s society and hopefully would allow them to understand the differences and how to use homophones correctly," she explained why such a law would actually be useful.

    Abby told Bored Panda that she's a big fan of Jimmy's: "I’ve been in the audience and I’ve had two tweets appear on his show. I’ve been a fan for about 7 years now."

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    Colleen Coughlin
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Couldn't agree more...how is this NOT a law?!

    Andres Tejeda
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also add, charging you money for accessing your money, keeping your money in their bank, or limiting the amount of times you transfer your money between accounts.

    WilvanderHeijden
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At this moment in Europe they also charge you if you do have money in your account. We've come to the point that it's more profitable to invest your money in shares and overseas accounts then to leave it at the bank.

    Pam
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And prevents them from charging you money for spending your money. My bank has a limit to how many times a month i can access my savings account before charging me a fee.

    Shelbs
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    keep in mind the employees don't enforce this policy. its the federal reserve. so the next time you think about flipping out on an employee think twice. they just work there.

    Agnes Jekyll
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Check-cashing vendors like Pay Day should be illegal, or charge no fees.

    mummy pig
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And charging for using ATM eventho we couldn't get the money because of THEIR issues

    Agnes Jekyll
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    in the UK, it is illegal to charge for use of an ATM that is not your own. Here, it's $5 a transaction.

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    El Dee
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They've started this in my country. If I can't make a payment for my electricity say, then the bank can't charge me the equivalent of $50 like they used to. If I tell them I'm having financial problems they have to offer help with budgeting etc. Other dodgy stuff like insurance on loans (that you didn't ask for) has been stopped and those, like me, who got conned have now got our money back with interest and also 'punitive interest' Worked out to be twice what they took from me! that'll teach 'em!!

    L McN
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    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, just like there is a law against paying for items with money that you do not have (IE: defaulting, bouncing a check), hence these fees. BUT, it is very difficult to get ahead when you charge 3 items, the biggest one hits first and you were short by a penny, then the other 2 hit....and bam, $140 in bank fee's. Yes, I would be at fault for the miscalculation, but dear god give me a chance to fix it! (edit: this is to mean that I have mixed feelings on this. You are wrong for spending what you do not have, but it is wrong to use that to leverage more money)

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    Louise B
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This should be passed into law immediately! What even are those weird pockets that are sewn up?

    Kristy P
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some that are sewn up (usually on dress clothes) are just sewn to keep the outfit looking tailored and crisp. You can pull the stitching on these and they are REAL pockets!

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    Podunkus
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My wife complains about this every week. That, and how the quality of women’s clothing is designed to self-destruct as compared with menswear.

    Elsker
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wanna upvote this a 100 times!!

    Luna Lovegood
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I could not agree more. I can't even express in words how outraged this makes me.

    Freya the Wanderer
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There should be a special place in Hell for clothes designers who put fake pockets on pants!

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    Elsker
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Totally! And managing your money, and proper househhold skills, and dealing with feelings...

    Pseudo Puppy
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They do! Budget = maths. Household skills = homescience (cooking / sewing) + woodwork + metalwork. Feelings / philosophy etc = discussing literature in english class. At least, that's how I learned those things - because *noone* was teaching me at home, that's for sure.

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    Láďa Durchánek
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pythagoras isn’t going to help you change a flat tyre because he is dead, but his theorem is still quite useful.

    Madzdad the bard
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I disagree, learning math is as much about learning to create a logical process as it is about solving for x. Those processes can, and should, be adapted to everyday life.

    Lee Millis
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's what parents are for. If your parents have not taught you basic life skills, ask them. Don't go on twitter bitching you don't know c**p.

    Chris Jones
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some people don't have parents, some parents are too sick and some people have c**p parents. Some parents weren't taught because they had c**p parents et al. We do need to have a safety net for children who don't have parents doing these kinds of things - it's not their fault after all.

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    RoseTheMad
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I honestly believe that schools should teach classes on Mental Health. Mental Health is ridiculously misunderstood, and regretably, a lot of younger people these days are self diagnosing, they think having a "split personality" or "bipolar" is simply being indecisive, or feeling different one day to the next, or they'll say they're suffering depression or something because they had a fight with a friend or something like that. Thus mental health gets a bad stigma, and is even more misunderstood... it needs to be taught about. e_e

    Ivy D
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Over 60% of people I know have attempted suicide, or self harmed. About 10 of those people got help and are doing better. There's nearly 100 people I know who at any moment could decide life isn't worth living and I would lose them and nobody would have known anything was wrong in the first place. Those who tell you they are depressed need help.

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    The Girl on Fire
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm homeschooled so this is different, but I take a "life skills" class at a co-op that pretty much teaches all this stuff. Basic car repairs, mental health stuff, cooking, etc.

    Cathy Baker
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm really tired of people not understanding that schools teach what LEGISLATORS tell them to teach. If you don't like the curriculum, stop bitching at the school, and get in touch with your state's politicians. THEY set education policy, NOT THE SCHOOL OR THE TEACHERS. Signed, a proud but annoyed public school teacher

    An Opinion
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    From one educator to another, I would change your user name (if Cathy Baker is your real name). We can't be even remotely critical on social media without fear of retribution.

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    YsaPur
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wanted to post a sarcastic comment, but suddenly realized the futility of it. Now I feel sad.

    tuzdayschild
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It might help you to determined the rate at which that tire wears so you can buy a new one before you get stuck with another flat tire.

    Catlady6000
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's like saying watch for nails as you're going 65mph down the highway. Tires don't go flat just because of wear, dear. Oh, and do be careful of roadkill. I had a dead armadillo flatten a three month old tire. And yes, there was still most of the tread left.

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    Blue Cicada
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a high school teacher, I totally agree that we should be teaching life skills. Students are no longer learning at home money management, cooking, car maintenance, and the social skills needed to survive in the workplace. Academic classes are essential, but I wish that we could include these survival skills.

    Susan
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think we might actually be devolving as a species. I hope it's temporary, and we can start moving forward again soon.

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    Bored Panda also spoke with Jesser who explained how there should be a law against using the same knife for peanut butter and jelly when making a sandwich.

    According to the Twitter user, their family inspired them to come up with this law and they hope that this new law would teach people better manners and etiquette.

    Jesser revealed that they're a fan of Jimmy's as well. "I rarely watched The Tonight Show before Jimmy Fallon was the host. He's fantastic!"

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    littlesaresare
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or better yet, the bus doesn't have to stop.

    L McN
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    lol add one caveat to that, EXCEPT when accidental and corrected immediately....

    Electric Ed
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What would be the punishment of having a public phone call alone, with speakerphone...

    BusLady
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate it when some dummy is shouting into their phone. I'm tempted to ask if their friend is deaf.

    sharron lynn parsons
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thanks for the laugh, I do agree, also stop those on their phone talking too loud in public !!!

    Freya the Wanderer
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or throw your #@*%÷*& phone out the window.

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    Andrea Jones
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    we'd have just buildings of fried politicians!

    Lingon
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That would actually make watching Trump speeches pleasurable.

    Victoria Duncan
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Trump would be dead if he got shocked every time he lied!! Hes lied over 16,000 times since becoming President...

    tuzdayschild
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We already know they're lying. But I like the idea of the shock.

    Moose Face
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When Donald Trump has his inevitable heart attack this might actually keep him alive. Be careful what you wish for.

    Annette Huth
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Trumpwould look like a twitching, burned chicken

    L McN
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would so start watching the news again then! Can we expand this to reporters as well?

    ShireenAin'tWoke
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    90% of them would be dead by the end of a debate or event 🤣

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    Mascha Claessens
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a (young) teacher, I agree that any powerpoint should ADD something to what's already in the book. And when you talk, as a teacher, you should also ADD something to that powerpoint. Kids can read (they rarely ever do, but most of them CAN, if they want to ;-) ). "What are we supposed to do now?" READ THE FCKING POWERPOINT SLIDE, IT SAYS IT ALL! XD

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    Dilly Millandry
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or worse when they follow the rule of 3 as well - 1) tell them what you are going to show 2) show them 3) tell them what they saw. I hate it when presenters do that. I'll read the take home notes if I need reminding.

    Meyer Weinstock
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    26 years of teaching, and I never used slideshows in class. -Dr M, retired professor

    Slune
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't stand the PowerPoint proletariat,awful!

    El Dee
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh God! YES!!! Also ban CBT, what about someone just TELLING US/SHOWING US how something works??

    BusLady
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And next time, there better be donuts.

    SBW71
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh that so happens every quarter at our meetings. Meanwhile wasting employees "work" time reading to us when we can read it later

    Pseudo Puppy
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    PowerPoint was only ever intended to be used to hightlight the main *points* being discussed. it was so the viewers were able to follow the presentation. Kinda like "headings" in a book. What's happened is: people don't bother to learn how to use it / can't do public presentations / are too damn lazy.... and they just 'read' it. So, yeah, I 100% agree that presenters need to learn how to do their job, and do *effective* presentations - and this, sadly, includes all the lecturers at my university.

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    A lot of the things that people tweeted about in response to Jimmy’s challenge have to do with common sense. And you’re probably sick and tired of hearing this, but it’s applicable here: common sense is not common.

    According to Dr. Jim Taylor on Psychology Today, common sense is one of the most “revered” qualities in the United States. Unfortunately, not a lot of people are as down to earth and practical as we might expect.

    Taylor explains that if common sense were common, most people wouldn’t make the silly mistakes that they do every single day of their lives. In his opinion, if people had common sense, they wouldn’t “buy stuff they can’t afford.”

    What’s more, they “wouldn’t smoke cigarettes or eat junk food.” In Taylor’s view, common sense is limited by our personal experience which can lead to bad decisions. In other words, for common sense to be common, we all need more education and worldly experience.

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    Colleen Coughlin
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think carpeted bathrooms are so nasty... imagine what grows under there.... barf

    Podunkus
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That carpet used to be beige.

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    Bonny Saxon
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't mind scatter rugs that can be taken up and washed, but imagine all the mold, mildew and urine that gets soaked into those bad boys on a daily basis! Gah!

    Karen Klinck
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Initially, it was meant for the 'guest bathroom' that nobody used, or magazine shoots. Then idiots thought it was a 'thing'. Something you did to look affluent.

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    Blarrg
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ugh. One day my dad's foot nearly punched through the rotting wood under the carpet next to the toilet. (Probably 25-year-old carpet.) Pulling up the carpet and replacing the floorboards was up there among the nastiest things I've ever seen.

    bryguy
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I once was in a hotel that had carpet in the bathroom, and had a Jacuzzi tub with carpeted steps too...

    Sea Urchin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    who... what insane individual thought this was a good idea

    Non-New-Toni-An
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it was fashionable in the 70s or something

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    BusLady
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Buy a nice throw rug you can toss in the washer. Problem solved.

    Heather Atwood
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    AHHH but not having a cold floor to step on when you get up to pee on a winter night...

    Freya the Wanderer
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who the helium-double-hockey-sticks puts carpet in bathrooms, anyway?

    Karen Klinck
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People who wanted to be thought affluent or fashionable. In short, idiots.

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    Tracy Blankenbaker
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had carpet in our bathroom growing up, it was gross and nasty! Especially since the bathroom didn’t have a fan or way of venting ( against the law!)

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    Colleen Coughlin
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People should just mind their own business, seriously. People can speak whatever language they want... they're not hurting anyone! I commend people that frequently travel or after drive to pick up and move to an entirely different country. It's become so intolerable, I just don't get it

    Atlas
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly! Honestly, the only time you should ask someone to speak x language is when they're talking to you and you just can't understand what they're saying. If they're not talking to you, then why should it be a problem?! Just mind your business!

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    Marcellus the Third
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That won't work because 99% of those already don't travel.

    Laura Catania
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've actually come across a few while traveling. Most that do insist everyone and everything in the world should be in English. I have actually had someone ask me why the signs in the Louvre (not sure why but strangers talk to me) were in French...yeah

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    Marky Mark
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sadly the people who say "English Only" tend to: a) speak English poorly b) never go abroad, unless its to 'exotic' Toronto or Vancouver.

    Anne
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, I try.. if I go to a country that has a language I do not speak, I try to learn at least some basics. It's not that hard to do.

    Uchman
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And while you're trying your "basics" in say Greek, someone should shout at you "Greek, please!"

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    Stephanie Blasyak
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm guessing people who say this aren't cultured enough to travel, they are just ignorant.

    Layla Corman
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I never understood those people. Languages are all so beautiful and different.

    Jasmina Pavlovic
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I politely ask, if the person speak english or mý own language. Otherwise I try my best in the foreign language or use my hands to point something out. 🐞

    Lisa
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Except most people who say "English only" never leave the US or bother expanding their horizons.

    Not what you think.
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wouldn't work very well. Those are the people who probably don't even set foot outside of their state.

    Joe Zaynor
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    While this one sounds like a good idea, I would bet that most people who say english only are not interested in visiting other countries.

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    #12

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    L McN
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    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And yet this act is repeatedly ignored, with commercials being louder than the show. On purpose. However the catch is that commercials can be as loud as the loudest part of the movie. So, if there is a 2 second explosion scene, then the commercials for the entire movie can be THAT loud.... CALM Act: https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/loud-commercials-tv CALM Act Explained: https://www.rd.com/advice/why-are-tv-commercials-so-loud/ edit: added links to backup my comment

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    CrunChewy McSandybutt
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is. Television stations ignore it and nobody enforces it, so here we are.

    Steven Cook
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is. However, like most laws that apply to a business, no one enforces them.

    El Dee
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This exists, but they push the boundaries as far as they can. Do people buy stuff because the ad is annoying??

    Cordi Schmidtová
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There actually is. At least in Czechia... I remember being this being a real issue when I was a child but this law fixed it. Not that the commercials are less annoying and nonsensical but at least not as loud :D

    JennyBC
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG YES! I'll be watching TV, then a commercial comes on and it's like yelling, "COME TO MACY'S SALE! 50% OFF THIS! 75% OFF THAT!" AND THEY ALWAYS COME ON YEEEELLLINGG!!!

    catmom3
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is a law - but networks happily ignore it.

    Isog Sargent
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is. Never enforced in guess who's America.

    Karen Klinck
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It should have a rider about the length and number of them, too.

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    But what about morality not always being the same as the law? According to Dr. Eva Tsahuridu, the law “sets minimum standards of behavior while ethics set maximum standards.” That’s why something that’s legal doesn’t necessarily mean that we see it as acceptable or ‘good.’ It also works the other way, too: something that we consider to be ‘good’ doesn’t always become law. There’s an overlap between the two, sure, but they’re not one and the same.

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    However, that doesn’t mean that laws are useless. In fact, they’re vital for preserving civilization and allowing society to function. But it’s important to keep in mind that laws are very specific while morality is concerned with doing the right thing in life as a whole.

    #13

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    Colleen Coughlin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And if they get caught with one, a standard 10 year sentence should be implemented

    miten sasmita
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The rest of the world do have this law. Illegal ownership of firearms could get you 5 yrs of prison in my country. Learn from us, murica.

    St. John
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not talking about having weapons designed for mass murder. We are just prohibited to have those. You can have a pistol for safety. You can have shotgun for hunting or safety. Both includes background check, and you should have a safe to keep it. You can have other weapons if they are deactivated (welded), for example - historical weapons (and also then you need to inform authorities). But you can't have a working machine gun etc. if you are not a military person (and I think, that even military persons no longer can have mass murder guns at home). As simple as that. USA always talking about "rights to keep firearm", but if you have those rights - why not extend that law and allow to keep nuclear weapons at home. Just in case...?

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    Neale Devenish
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I see what you did there: used common sense. Now if only the government...

    Craig Lee
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This shows the complete lack of knowledge by people who know nothing about guns. This is how the U.S. currently works, you can't just go into a store and walk out with any pistol or semi-auto rifle. I have a conceal / carry permit and I can't just go pick up a gun any day I choose. I have a 2-3 week wait like everyone else, and it's extensive. But criminals don't care about laws and new laws don't stop them from committing crimes.

    Wilf
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Criminals will always get hold of guns" is not a reason to make it harder to people to buy them legally. Many mass shootings in the USA are committed by people with no criminal past, and with weapons held legally. These atrocities simply don't happen in the UK because it's almost impossible for an ordinary citizen to legally get hold of a gun. I might have horrible intent against my fellow citizens, but the reality is it would be almost impossible for me to get hold of a firearm in this country unless I was connected to serious, organized crime. Gun laws prevent gun crime. Simple as that.

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    El Dee
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This must be from the US. I don't get the obsession with guns, I really don't. Where I am we don't have gin crime for one simple reason, no guns. No, not even criminals can get them. Why would you WANT people to have guns?

    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because of the 2nd amendment. It doesn't matter if it's reasonable, neccesary or rational. "Hurr durr durr, no one is going to take my assault rifle away. I need it to defend myself against a government controlled by zombies or aliens or the Russians or some rich family."

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    Martha Meyer
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Better yet, make those weapons designed for mass murder unavailable to anyone. Do checks for those who want a huntung weapon.

    Mommyofboth
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the US there is a federal background check.

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    Susan
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How about nobody gets anything designed for mass murder?

    catmom3
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Weapons of mass murder should be outlawed period.

    Chabruce
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Definitely, also you should have to buy firearm insurance, and renew a license every year. And most importantly, pass a psychological evaluation before purchase.

    Will Hatton
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    or... just ban those weapons and be done?

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    #14

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    Living_Shadow
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Defintely. Would prevent a lot of disease

    Donna Leske
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Although it has been years I often think of this Gary Larson cartoon! far-side-5...277f3f.jpg far-side-5e2f659277f3f.jpg

    Hermione Granger
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or they could create toilet paper that stains only your hands that is washable, and then everyone would know if you didn't.

    NMN
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That would be fun. But not work for men when doing #1, and considering they actually touch their penises it's the ones whe want washing their hands the most.

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    David Butler
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This may make me sound pervy but when I patronised "gentlemen's clubs" (strip clubs), one thing I definitely noticed was how many "gentlemen" never washed their hands, given where those very hands went let alone where they wanted to go. I told my favorite dancer that if I died I would haunt the club in order to make patrons' hands glow in the dark if they hadn't washed them.

    Chris Jones
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, forgive me, but one day you'll still, probably, most likely, ah... die. Still go haunt them - it's a worthwhile ambition for a ghost.

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    Cate Partridge
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Alarm nothing, Fifth Element style AUTOWASH!

    DC
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agreed! Only in case of emergency is it justifiable not to wash your hands, and even more so in a public restroom, where everything is to be considered filthy and disgusting, no matter how clean it looks.

    Karen Klinck
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Trouble is, it's very likely that the sink will be in the same condition, and there will be no soap, no towels, and the air dryer will be broken. Come to think of it, there'd probably be no toilet paper, too...

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    Ryo Bakura
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Alarm: "Warning! You are about to leave without washing your hands! Please return to the sink, and wash them thoroughly!" Guy: "F**k that." Alarm: "Alert! This is your second warning! Wash your hands, or be punished!" Guy: "As if a recording can stop me." Robocop-esque Sanitation Droid: "You did not comply! Failure to comply is a direct violation of the law! Justice will be served!" *blasts a flamethrower around the bathroom* "Area sanitised."

    Niffler_13
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if you went in the restroom just to check your hair or make-up?

    Hans Felsh (TheRealMoleman)
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My favorite response to when someone says to me "Didn't your mother teach you to wash your hands?" is "No, she taught me not to p**s on my hands." 🤷‍♂️

    Slune
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She wasn't the sharpest tool in the barn

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    Unicornstar
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That depends on their soap. Some rest rooms have this foamy soap that literally burns my hands on impact. In fact a lot of soaps. I can only use ph balanced soaps like Dove or simple. Usually I just run water over my hands. Rather that then blisters.

    Luna Lovegood
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is different, you see. That's fine because it's literally a medical condition and you do your best to get your hands clean. OP is talking about lazy people who just don't wash their hands.

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    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is. It's the law of common decency. But too many people are way to decent to enforce it.

    Bonny Saxon
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If not a formal law, we will make it a social convention.

    Hans Felsh (TheRealMoleman)
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sadly, I am hard of hearing, and pretty much the only way I can hear on the phone is to put it on speaker and press the speaker directly against my ear. I try to keep phone conversations as short as possible so as to not annoy other people, or at least go to an area where it's more private. 🤷‍♂️

    Dilly Millandry
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What about earbuds? Don't they help? The sound is directly into your ear and cancels out outside noise.

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    80 Van
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think there's a law against that behavior...

    Donna Leske
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want a law that you are not allowed to type 'your' when you meant 'you're'.

    Musashi
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If we're going to get grammatical, I want a law that you are not allowed to use "This begs the question..." when what you really mean is "This raises the question...". In case you aren't familiar with the former phrase, it is a logical fallacy where the question assumes an unproven fact, like, When did you stop beating your wife?"

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    Honey
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like this! Might have to start doing it then when the person asks what you're doing, just say that you thought it was a conference call since the speaker was on.

    Lyra Sis
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like this one. I would have great conversations with these people lol

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    #16

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    Atlas
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Companies actually do that?? God I feel so naive right now. That's mean and seriously 0% productive.

    Niffler_13
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah it's called "Come to Work or You're Fired"

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    Demi Zwaan
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have those laws. The USA is a bit of a 3rd world country.

    Hermione Granger
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How dumb is that!(the forcing, not the law) If they force sick people to come, they will spread the sickness making even less people be able to work.

    Dav Carro-Ripalda
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gosh... EE.UU is the land of freedom, yes, yes... Here, there is such a law. and Public health is free. and is the doctor who decides if you are in shape to go to work or not. and for as long as they say

    Kathleen Barlow
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another reason why I am so glad I live in Europe. Fire someone for being sick = hello Industrial Tribunal.

    NMN
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Industrial Tribunal? Hehe that's an interesting name. In Brazil would be more like Labor Tribunal

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    Lex Ellyss
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amendment: And companies should provide employees with paid (or at least reduced pay) sick days. Lots of companies don't have paid sick days, so even if you're not going to get fired for staying home... you are gonna miss out on your pay for the day. People who need every dime they make will often go to work sick because they can't afford to lose that money and that's equally unfair.

    NMN
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I did not know "sick days" existed prior coming to US. You are sick, you go to the doc and not to work, no penalties no reduced pay, no questions asked. Silly me for thinking other countries would have similar laws

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    Bonny Saxon
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All that does is ensure the rest of the company will become ill too. S-t-u-p-i-d!

    Sea Urchin
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this should also include mental health (dunno if they meant that too or not)

    Riccardo Di Rosso
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can they really force you to work, in the USA?!

    Jane Alexander
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They can fire you with bad or no references. They do pretty much what they please because we have a crooked government that lets them.

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    Kate Priestley
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In some countries there kind of is.

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    Ripley
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I sent a text to my boss once saying "I can't come to work today, the cat's lying on my shirt" with picture. Apparently, he laughed so much he almost crashed his car (he got Siri to read it to him - no texting while driving, kids!)

    Sea Urchin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my cat won't be ready until at least four in the afternoon please I need to be productive

    Lemon Garnished Potato
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can confirm this is needed. One day I woke up with Millie, spaniel puppy, sleeping on my stomach. I didn't have the heart to wake her up. Thank goodness it was the holidays.

    Ashley Conover
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The weenie dog I have is slightly old and he sleeps all day. I would be laying in bed all day doing whatever I wanted to be doing.

    Dominik Sauer
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's discriminatory against people without pets.

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    Sea Urchin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    just think of the convenience

    Dilly Millandry
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or have meetings which could be done virtually. No unnecessary travel when we have technology.

    Bobert Robertson
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At my work we have meetings about what to communicate in e-mails....

    El Dee
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most meetings are pointless..

    Non-New-Toni-An
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But then half the people wouldn't read the email.

    Full Name
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And you shouldn't be able to send a back and forth of texts or emails when a 25 second phone call could've wrapped up quickly.

    Soggy Crumpet
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes. Heaven forbid we have to look at each other face to face. *gasp* What an inconvenience!!!

    Marilyn Holt
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or someone suggested--hold meetings in a room with no chairs or table. They'll be much quicker.

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    Hans
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The earth isn't dying. We will be if we do not change. The earth wil survive us, like any pest before.

    Kitten
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think they mean figuratively, and are referring to everything on it that’s living

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    catmom3
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And a law that if you live where there is a sunshine rate of more than 50% and you have south-facing roofs, you have to install solar panels.

    Jenna Melton
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Our •biosphere• is dying. The planet will spin on, without humans on it.

    Brivid
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh the paper I have seen wasted!

    Blue Cicada
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not recycling is like throwing the contents of your toilet pot out the window into the street 100 years ago. Get indoor plumbing! Now we see wasteful business practices and it's just as gross as tossing raw sewage.

    Olya Fedchenko
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A lot of packaging is not recyclable. So companies should be forced to use eco-friendly packaging even when it's not as cheap

    Tacitus86
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean... the earth has been 'dying' every decade for the last hundred years. It's still here. It will still be here after we die off too.

    Pumbaa
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Come on people.. the earth has lost almost all its life several times in their existence! Not just the dinosaurs! Life finds a way and we can't kill it. We might just kill the life as we know it.

    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That everyone should recycle, reuse or repurpose, period.

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    Colleen Coughlin
    Community Member
    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I actually didn't realize until recently how huge of a problem this is. This is a documentary I bumped into not too long ago, and it angered me beyond belief. This couple blatantly admitted having children so they could be taken care of. It's one thing when nature takes its course, and something happens where a parent needs constant care. It's a whole nother ballgame when parents have children only to have someone to take care of them. So angering. https://youtu.be/wzJDpEzpQug

    miten sasmita
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is very common in asia. If we put our elderly parents in a nursing home, for any logical reason, we are known as ungrateful child who neglect their parents. Most parents don't even bother to have a retirement saving, relying solely on their children's expense.

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    Nia Loves Art
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This already is multiple laws. Specifically laws against child neglect and truancy. Just because there are cases of something happening, doesn’t mean it’s legal.

    Lauren Baker
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This should include mentally ill parents.

    Tracy Blankenbaker
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It should also be for siblings as well... there are so many parents who have other children after a disabled child with the idea or expectation that they would care for their sibling later. And while I can understand it to a point, that should never be the reason you had more children! Note should you expect those children to take over and care for their disabled sibling. If they want to then fine, if not don’t force them!

    Stephanie Blasyak
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm in my thirties and I'm talking care of my mom and it is so extremely difficult even at my age I can't even imagine being a child/teenager and having to do this.

    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Children of alcoholics can identify with this.

    Octavia Hansen
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As an adult taking care of kids or parents: family members NEVER get reimbursed for giving up their time and careers to give 24/7 care. Healthcare is already screwed, now it messes up the family . . .

    Daria Z
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Children taking care of their parents is a norm in Russia. Our public retirement homes are literally godawful shitholes with no proper medications. Such a shame...

    El Dee
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow! I am so shocked at these. How can a country that seems to be developed and advanced like the US allow such things? The things I read sound more like a third world country, so bad..

    Nia Loves Art
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is absolutely not allowed. It happens, but all children under a certain age are required to receive an education in the US.

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    Laura
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    or raise their siblings - no 10 year old should miss a school sport because they have to cook and babysit their 2 brothers everyday

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    Emily Swenson
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is actually kind of the basis for sabbath day for many religions. Some people may think it's more of "god day", which I guess it kind of is, but I definitely look forward to Sundays,, when I don't have to work, or shop or do laundry, etc.

    Octavia Hansen
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd settle for a 10 hour/4 day work week and get the ME - DAY of the week RIGHT NOW!

    Cate Partridge
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And hey, It can rotate for different people, we can base it by like last number of birthday or something so not everyone is off at once - but ME day, you cannot work - run any errand etc. Its a day you have to do something for you. Even if its just sleep in, or whatever. Imagine how many less stressed people?

    Susan Gardner
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Every day is ME-Day for some people

    David Butler
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Once upon a time, the Sabbath was the mandated no-work day. The Capitalism (with a big-C) happened.

    Autumn Walton
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    once again yesssssssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Ryo Bakura
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My boss knows Saturdays and Sundays are "F**k You" days. Does that count?

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    Ian Carter
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    100% and also I want PAW ental leave !

    Ron
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thanks to the Trump tax cuts (Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017), you can't even claim children as dependents any more. The Act did away with dependents altogether.

    El Dee
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you are doing an Income & Expenditure form due to being late with taxes and looking for time to pay in my country then the Tax Collectors WILL accept your pet expenses as expenditure..

    L McN
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Uhm, no. Dogs and cats are far less costly than a child. Although, a separate tax exemption maybe...

    Joseph Georgiadis
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then... son of a b*tch would be literal, right?

    AzKhaleesi
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    any pets.... I have 7 feather babies. And they are technically more expensive than dogs. Yes I know my choice. But I don't look at my birds as "pets" they are part of the family just like my kids and doggo is. There should be a limit so people don't just get a million animals but still.

    Karen Klinck
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And put them on my health insurance.

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    Karen Johnston
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh thank god you didn't use Karen....

    Kristy P
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's never YOU, it's that other Karen:-)

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    Niffler_13
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How is it any different from someone having a face to face conversation? Mind your own damn business.

    Mariët
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The difference is that this is considered rude and its usually on a volume 5 x higher than a normal convo. And people tend to talk loud about stuff nobody wants to know. Good question.

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    catmom3
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A law against talking on your cellphone on trains, buses, subways, etc.

    Roseann Beintema
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or being on FaceTime in the sauna at the gym🙄🙄🙄

    Steph Hansen
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty sure Brenda is Susan's sister. Susan always gets a bad rap.

    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't eavesdrop but participate in the conversation and let them have your opinion about their private matters.

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    Well, I Tried
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    More like huge companies who are know by almost everyone should have less air time and small business companies should get more because they need business to sport themselves and their families

    L McN
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a small business owner (albeit one who cannot afford TV ad's) this I disagree with. I would have to pay for every second of air time, in hopes that the commercial is worthy enough to catch your attention and make you at least look at my store. Often times I must play around to find what time, and what channel/audience works the best. To need to change the commercial every time is not cost effective. However, a time limit...like 12 months....makes more sense.

    Chris Jones
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've worked in advertising and, yes, you are right. But damn it's boring to watch ads over and over again. If the ad doesn't get it right I've even been put right off a product or shop - despite knowing the problems advertisers face. There was one for a while that I could never remember the product but I knew I loathed the ad - so that one failed massively!!

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    Podunkus
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That doesn’t bother me so much as having the SAME commercial played back-to-back, as if the audience were too stupid to get it the first time.

    Jeri Studt
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also any song currently playing on any radio station. Once a day. That's it.

    Sea Urchin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh my merlin, in the movie theatre we had one commercial that played three times in a row and after finally getting a different one it came right back on after and I was wondering if we paid for tickets to see the commercial instead of the movie

    Huddo's sister
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even limiting it to no jingles that just replace the words of a popular song would be nice!

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    kathryn stretton
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Apart from the problem of employers not allowing you to be off work through sickness

    Jason M
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My job lets me use sick days. I just have to schedule the sick day a month in advance.

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    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh yes, limited number of sickdays. No, In Europe you're sick as long as it takes to get well. Even if it takes as long as 2 years.

    Larissa v.d. Laan
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's frankly insane to me that you have a limited amount of sick days in your country! What the hell? Here, we just have to provide a doctor's note to our bosses (without the diagnosis) and they have to accept you're not gonna be in for that amount of time. Full salary, obviously. Germany has its faults, but boy am I glad to be here.

    YoyoSthlm
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same thing in Sweden. Also you still get paid when you're on sick leave.

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    Rabite
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The whole concept of sick days is just weird and really far from reality.

    Sea Urchin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    but what if they don't know that they're sick until after...? how can one prove this

    miten sasmita
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But what if their boss is an a*****e, not allowing them to get a sick leave, or their workload is insanely many they have no f*****g choice ??

    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In America the worker dies, in Europe the worker will report his boss to the authorities, go home and get well without a worry in the world, while his boss has to deal with a whole lot of angry officials. So the bosses don't even try it.

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    Marianne Hord
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I get that it sucks if you get sick from someone else. But you also have to think if that person is there when they are sick, there’s likely a reason for it. Like having to attend a mandatory meeting. Or being out of a sick day and not being able to afford a day off. Or maybe their employer requires a doctors note when they call in sick (which btw at least where I am - they usually cost like $20 to get one). Point is, that wouldn’t be fair to further punish them if they’re at a point where they don’t have any options left. That doesn’t stop you from taking precautions. Like not touching anything they are directly. Or if you have to share a phone or whatever, to wipe it down first.

    Lisa Kubicek
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Except companies are to blame usually not the employees. I had a coworker upset that she got 'sick' from me once...well, I could have missed work - then I lose points and lose the shift I needed because my company did shift bids every 3 months. Also, I got sick from coming to work...who is to say she got it from me? we breath the same air, touch the same handles...really was it me or did we come in contact with the same germs and my symptoms presented before hers did? My current job is actually WAY more understanding and you don't get into trouble for missing work when you're legitimately sick. They want you to stay home and not get others ill. The difference is, my old job was a corporation and my current job is a non-profit.

    L McN
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would agree except that if someone NEEDS the job because, you know, they have bills to pay and comes to work sick because they have no more sick days left, then this is no longer a problem with taking care of yourself but a problem with the morals of a company. (Opposing argument though: how do you sort out those who are abusing sick days and those legitimately sick?)

    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    First thing: Of course there will be people abusing the system. But should that be a consideration in efforts to protect sick employees and securing their livelyhood? If you think it is, you also shouldn't bother implementing laws. Because there will always be people breaking or abusing laws. You can tackle abuse by creating means to perform checks on people claiming to be sick too work and forcing them to get back to work, including fines and denying them compensations.

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    Luka Hamer
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    or abolish 'sickdays' and just stay home when you need to

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    Colleen Coughlin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...and there should be a secondary law that they must reply....bc that's just rude.

    Jovita A
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My apartment complex has a semi-stray cat, which always mews back when I say "hey pumpkin, how you doing today". Very chatty cat :D

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    Emerald Joanna
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Um....screw making a law about it, I do this already!!

    Lex Ellyss
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is is one of the ways I gauge how much I like/trust a person. If everyone was forced to say hello to cats and dogs, how could I tell whether any given person is worthy?!

    Lemon Garnished Potato
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    unless said person is allergic to cat/dog, running late for something or very afraid of said cat/dog.

    El Dee
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Isn't that a law already? Is for me!

    HoffLensMetalHedLovesAnimalsUK
    Community Member
    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do this already, with the exception of working dogs.

    Chris Jones
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless they're off duty - they do get walks and free time. We always made a great fuss of the guide dogs in my department when they weren't working. Only ignore when on active duty.

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    Marilyn Holt
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This doesn't need to be a law. Just do it. :)

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    Marky Mark
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A corollary axiom to this law - IF you chose to wear skin coloured leggings, they must have a dark triangular patch on the crotch so it looks like pubic hair. If you're not too embarrassed to wear that, then knock yourself out.

    Annie Hewitt
    Community Member
    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wear them. And they have black thin squiggly lines on them. From a distance it looks like I have very hairy legs and I'm naked. I wear them when I'm taking public transit because 1. No one will sit beside me when I wear them. 2. No one will hit on me when I wear them. 3. I have absolutely to shame and just want to be left alone 😆

    Firework
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gacha life was the first to enforce this law.

    Myra Groenewegen
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've hardly ever seen these, but If they really match skin tone, why not? Done right it'd allow women to wear dresses and look summer in winter while avoiding unnecessary leg shaving. Although, this'll forever change professional figure-skating costumes to look less scantily clad and it'd be interesting to see how the designers would deal with it.

    Mark Kelly
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And I assume when the say "skin coloured" they mean white skin. Does a black person wearing black leggings look naked?

    Karen Klinck
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Depends on their skin tone. There are many shades of black people. If they find the right leggings, sure they do.

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    Roseann Beintema
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agreed, this almost caused the men at the gym to drop the weights on their toes 🙄😊

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    Isidien Gudmundsdottir
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't listen to Frankie goes to Hollywood's "Welcome to the Pleasuredome" because you'd think the air raid alarms are going off in your neighborhood and these days it might be more realistic then ever.

    Micah64
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What about Stardust Speedway's JP bad future?

    Susan
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    YES!! Scares the caca out of me!

    @bb_x_pm
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Am I getting pulled over or do i feel like a woman?? (confused)

    Bacony
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But civil defence sirens are ok.

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    kathryn stretton
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This will pass. Just like my totally cool crocheted pantsuit 50 years ago. Don't worry. Lol :)

    tuzdayschild
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know about this one. What you do with your own face is your business.

    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agree, if the selfies are posted on social media. It makes the people look like utter morons, thus keeping them from getting a steady job. No employer in his right mind would hire an attention wh0re posing on FB with a duck-face.

    Joonscrab
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a harmless trend so I don't really care lmao

    Alexandre Yaworski
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or if you also have your open palm on your lower back, so you look like a platypus

    @bb_x_pm
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    or trying to be funny and not just doing it to do it

    Ryo Bakura
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There should also be a law that punishes people for calling a pout "duck-face". Ducks quacks echo, but they can't f*****g pout.

    Jenna Melton
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When did kissy face become duck face?

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    Adrianna Mattox
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Decorations are fine, but Christmas music...

    rai mei
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    they start at -ber months in our country... September

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    Aurelia Grey
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Every single time I go to a large retail store (USA) and see "Back To School Specials" in JUNE I cringe for the kids. Let them have a summer!

    Chris Jones
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I was a child it used to make me really miserable to see 'Back To School Sales' signs up in the first week of the summer holidays! (In the UK.) I think I may have cried a little as I hated school with every fibre of my being. So I 100% agree - don't make children think of school when they are on holiday!

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    ZombieGirl
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My dad would have to start the day after Thanksgiving because he had THAT many lights to put up...would take him until right before Christmas Eve to finish lol. But all the surrounding neighbors and neighborhoods loved it, and would always drive or walk over to see it. I miss that

    Karen Klinck
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's different. There's a reason for it. Some people with that many leave the unobtrusive ones up all year;they just don't turn them on.

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    Amanda Cole
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I start playing Christmas music the day after Thanksgiving and sometimes we even put up the tree. #SorryNotSorry ;)

    Elsker
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and starting to sell christmas treats in september

    Noemie Houtekie-N'Da
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I actually saw a family decorating for Christmas during Halloween and they were almost finished!

    Dark Half
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    hahaha from where I'm from Christmas starts September.

    Bunzilla
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We tend to put up our lights early, but we don't start lighting them up until December. It's just more convenient when you have to worry about snow, ice or nasty weather.

    FABULOUS1
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cannot get behind this one, especially if the stores can start selling Christmas items before Halloween. How is someone decorating their home or listening to music hurting anyone. I start decorating after Halloween, because 1. with a full time job it takes a while to get it done to my liking 2. I like to be 100% ready by 12/01 within nothing else to stress on and enjoy my efforts and 3. Its my f**** house and i will celebrate the holidays they way i see fit

    Chris Jones
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, there is online shopping but if you have to go to a physical shop to buy Christmas stuff early the poor staff shouldn't be forced to listen to Christmas music - it's usually head office that makes them. By the time the poor sods have heard 'Do they know it's Christmas' for the 30th time and it's only the 10th December they really are sick of it - I know because I have family who work in retail and I once asked a few shop assistants why they put up with it (answer was always 'ordered to by head office'). Spare the poor souls who have no choice.

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    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or start singing off key and in your loudest voice: 99 bottles of beer on the wall, 99 bottles of beer. Take one down and pass it around, 98 bottles of beer on the wall. 98 bottles of beer on the wall, 98 bottles of beer. Take one down and pass it around, 97 bottles of beer on the wall. 97 bottles of beer on the wall, 97 bottles of beer. Take one down and pass it around, 96 bottles of beer on the wall. 96 bottles of beer on the wall, 96 bottles of beer. Take one down and pass it around, 95 bottles of beer on the wall. 95 bottles of beer on the wall, 95 bottles of beer. Take one down and pass it around, 94 bottles of beer on the wall. 94 bottles of beer on the wall, 94 bottles of beer. Take one down and pass it around, 93 bottles of beer on the wall.

    Dilly Millandry
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is better - flushing the loo repeatedly is just using up too much water.

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    Marie
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This happens at my office all the time. I downloaded a fart app and just hit that repeatedly.

    Ian Carter
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    better still if your in the next cubical just make REALLY loud sex noises if you hear the persons name even better!

    Laura Zappenduster
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are you getting bothered of people talking in bathrooms? I see no problem here.

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    abby_lampe Report

    Rowlie
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your two demanding, their doing what they can

    Becca Gizmo the Squirrel
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ummm, you shouldn't be talking. You started your sentence with a little "t". I only point it because you called people out on their spelling.

    Neale Devenish
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    THANK you! ("THANK" was deliberately capitalised for the sake of emphasis here)

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    Dilly Millandry
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not fair to dyslexic people - this would be discriminating against people with a disability.

    Electric Ed
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    School isn't mandatory in the USA?? Now I am beginning to understand...

    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There exactly write, two.

    HoffLensMetalHedLovesAnimalsUK
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who really gives a s**t about this? So not everyone has perfect grammar, big deal.

    Gipsy Kings fan
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A department Director at one of my jobs had this problem. The error was in an e-mail to me; I forget which word she used incorrectly. She also couldn't locate files she had saved on her own computer, because she didn't name the files in ways that could instantly identify them (e.g. according to the date of a training). This woman had a Master's degree from YALE! When I left that job she was blithely on her way up and out to go to HARVARD to get a Ph. D. I looked her up online many years later -- working at a university, but only as a "research associate," no doctorate. I was not surprised. It was karmic retribution, because she claimed credit for other people's ideas.

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    Aria
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    CLOSE YOUR MOUTH, YOU FILTHY ANIMAL! NO ONE WANTS TO SEE YOUR HALF-CHEWED STEAK AND CHEESE SANDWICH

    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Worse are the people who talk while they're eating. So disgusting.

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    Carol Emory
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ok..now I have to defend this a little. My son has hay fever so bad, that if he was forced to chew with his mouth closed, the poor child would suffocate. But he tries to do it discretely.

    Charlene Reid
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What about people who can't breathe though there nose they need to chew with there mouth open to also be able to breathe

    Carol Emory
    Community Member
    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wilvander..my son has gone to a doctor, is on the strongest of allergy medications and still has a stuffy nose. Not everything can be cured through science and medicine. He tries to be discrete, but he can't chew with his mouth closed. And with his autism, I am not going to put him through the trauma of surgery just so he can chew with his mouth closed to please narrow minded intolerant people. I prefer not to traumatize my child.

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    L McN
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the fault of poor parenting teaching good habits....THIS is a habit best formed young, b/c then you never think about it because it comes naturally.

    Meghan Turnis
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And, since I haven't seen it yet, there should be a law against microwaving fish! (the people chewing with their mouths open are probably eating such a monstrosity.)

    Meghan Turnis
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes yes yes 100 times yes! Especially in the break room at work!

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    SairohitC20 Report

    Clem
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes! If they're charging 1000 bucks for a metal rectangle then I should at least get the music they're constantly shoving in my face

    M O'Connell
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only metal rectangles I'll pay $1000 for come with wheels.

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    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or you just don't buy overpriced stuff from an unscrupulous greedy immoral manufacturer anymore.

    ISAAC HARVEY
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If I could vote for this more than once...

    Aria
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or any Apple product!

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    GreekShannon Report

    Colleen Coughlin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The power of manners is incredibly underestimated these days. they are so incredibly important and should be instilled in our children from day one.

    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    1 million upvotes. Call me a boomer, comment with "Ok, boomer" but common courtesy and decency is in decline. Letting someone with just one item go first at the register isn't heroism, but common courtesy. Not hogging 2 seats in public transport with your bags is common courtesy, it's not "being assertive". Using the words "Please" and "Thank you" doesn't mean you're a weak humble mortal being submissive to some demi-god.

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    Hans Felsh (TheRealMoleman)
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have always said, "No one got their a*s kicked or even yelled at because they were too polite." Until this one time, I had a woman yell at me for calling her "ma'am" because that offended her for some reason? 🤷‍♂️

    Dilly Millandry
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Instead of saying Miss probably. I expect you made her feel old. Though I tend to avoid using these forms of address with anyone.

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    chi-wei shen
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At my home when I was a child my parents were the law and they clearly said you must say please and thank you.

    Huddo's sister
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even when you don't mean it, or are too shy to say anything, or distracted by reacting to the chaos around you?

    Carol Emory
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or better yet, people can live in a society where please and thank you aren't necessary because everyone shares everything and people do everything without expecting anything in return. There were plenty of egalitarian societies out there...especially African Tribes like the Kung San and Nuer.. that never said please and thank you because everyone was expected to share and no one would be so prideful as to expect praise for something that should just be common practice. In fact, one researcher said that he got a cow for beef for a big celebration when he'd finished his research with one of these groups. He knew that when the tribe didn't say thank you and actually criticized the meat as being tough and chewy, he knew it was their way of keeping him humble and preventing him from being boastful. Unfortunately, modern civilization destroyed those groups by introducing money and ownership of things.

    Patrick McKemie
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh please, I thank you not to push such nonsense.

    DC
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't agree here. Being polite is fine and all, but it isn't worth anything if it is mandatory, while it is worth what it's worth, as long as it's a matter of choice.

    Bobert Robertson
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    5 years ago

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    "Please f$#% off. Thanks" sounds so much better lmao

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    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Neither does the dog above. "What you staring at, Mr?"

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    catslave6
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's very cute and appears to be quite elderly. Being a dog though he still loves being outside and sniffing things. The stroller is a good solution. I use a walker. That way SHE has a ride and, when we stop, I have a seat. Ignore contrary opinions and keep on walkin'. You are a kind, loving, caring dog person. The dog adores you and you don't look the least bit silly. Walk on!

    RoseTheMad
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If the dog is in perfectly fine physical health, I don't see the point of these strollers, dogs need exercise - even if they are lazy! However, if your dog is maybe really old, struggling to walk, or has a physical ailment, then at the very least these strollers allow them to go out for some fresh air in their lungs.

    HoffLensMetalHedLovesAnimalsUK
    Community Member
    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think you look ridiculous, i think you look like someone who cares about their dog, I did this with my boy before he passed away, i got nothing but positive comments when i did it and i would do it again in a heartbeat, old dogs need fresh air too.

    Chris Jones
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I carried my old terrier in a baby sling so she was with me while I walked my other dog and she got to be out in the fresh air - enjoying a good sniff and the happy pats from other people who would stop to say hello. These strollers are a great idea for old and/or disabled dogs.

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    CR82
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Once they get older they still want to go on walks... they just can't do it like they used to.

    tuzdayschild
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your dog. Your stroller. Your business.

    Magpie
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That dog looks old ( maybe not ) And like it has squashed face problems. This is one of the kindest things the owner can do. For info on squashed face problems >>>>https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/dogs/puppy/pedigreedogs/health

    Susan Gardner
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awwww and obviously he's elderly, the darling

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    CR82
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    we didn't want to see their underwear in the first place. How about a law that states they get a ticket for indecent exposure instead?

    Don Golosso
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Indecent exposure for showing underwear? Oh how your life must suck...

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    Marie
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or require them to wear suspenders.

    HoffLensMetalHedLovesAnimalsUK
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm a 90's teenager, i still have to pull them up from years of wearing them a bit saggy, i don't wear baggy jeans anymore but they still sag down a little bit from years of doing it.

    Chris Jones
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're an animal lover - you get a pass as far as I'm concerned.

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    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nooooooooooooo! Then it would become the new style.

    Freya Fluharty
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Saw a video the other day of a gang fight and one of the members had his sweats waistline beneath his butt.........I mean, really? You think that's actually an asset in a fight?

    Jo Johannsen
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, no, that's punishing the rest of us!!

    Carol Emory
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    God, please no. Another better punishment would be to hike the pants up and zip tie them in a way that they can never put them down for a week. After 7 days of not being able to go to the can without crapping your pants, I think they'd voluntarily want to wear pants properly.

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    annabananagrace Report

    Elsker
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And asking is someone's pregnant, unless a maybe-mum tells you so

    Magpie
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I tried " Did I ask for your opinion? " They looked really embarrassed, hopefully won't do that sort of thing again.

    Bonny Saxon
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or if they are pregnant, unless the baby's head is crowning...

    Nevits Yibble
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "You look tired" is just euphemism people use to say you look like s**t.

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    immaddiemcneal Report

    Colleen Coughlin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh I like this one! All major city should have this, actually.

    tuzdayschild
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bet you don't mind our tourist dollars though

    Magpie
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Melbourn Australia used to have arrows on the paths. * We drive on the left here, so the arrows were set up that way. I miss them.

    John Napier
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There should be a law that stops visitors to places insisting that the natives act differently

    Marky Mark
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Martha, stop here and take a picture of me with this cop on a horse. He's cute. OMG, I'm such a Carrie Bradshaw."

    Erin
    Community Member
    Premium
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There should be a law in Indianapolis, IN that prevents tourists from driving on interstates. Seriously Tennessee Ted, thanks for coming to the races, we appreciate you, but stay on the surface streets or Uber.

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    SweetVaBreezy Report

    kathryn stretton
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least the roll was on the right way.

    tuzdayschild
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Over the top or under, I really couldn't care less. Just replace it on the roller and we will get along just fine.

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    GenXandEarnedItAll
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My 4 year-old yelled for me from the toilet because there wasn't any paper on the roll. I walk in and notice she's using the cardboard roll as a megaphone.

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    TheAutisticMark Report

    CrunChewy McSandybutt
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I didn't realize people said this with any regularity.

    Chris Jones
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There was a news item some years ago where it was claimed that men were 'all on the spectrum to some extent'. I think it stemmed from there and became a 'thing'.

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    kathryn stretton
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes. Agree. Anyone using real recognised medical issues as a reason for poor behaviour when it is a lie should be chastised. Coleac disease is another one.

    Magpie
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Similar problem from the other end. If I say I am having a bad day with depression and can't think , " oh we all have trouble thinking sometimes"....no! my depression reduces my cognitive functions and it is a real problem. Every loses their car keys etc. No I lose ALL my words. . I can't add 2 and 2 . What does add mean?

    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, bless you. I go through the same thing myself. I forget names, lose things, lose track of what I was saying.

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    L McN
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    AHHHHHAHAHAHAHAH! As a parent of a child on the severe side of the ADHD spectrum (with sensory processing disorder added into this mix) I hear something similar a LOT. I wish I could see what he does, hear what he does. It would help me connect and teach him how to get along in life for things everyone takes for granted. The worst is my dad, who simply thinks "beat it out of him" like that is the fix all for what bothers him. My son will not learn because you discipline him more severely b/c it doesn't make sense to him. He will learn when you figure out how he sees it differently than you do, and you can teach him how to correct it in a method that he thinks. In this case, learning your child takes more patience and dedication than simply disciplining him into hating you.

    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That was my mom's attitude towards my autistic son. The absolute worst thing to do is to hit them.

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    Ian Carter
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it just goes to show that people dont understand what being on the spectrum actual means same as people that say "oh Im a little OCD" no you are not you cant be a little you either are or not ,think about what the letters stand for!

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    CobyValentine Report

    CrunChewy McSandybutt
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I foresee many safety issues with this one.

    Logan Scaggs
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah like perverts could get your number or roadragers. At least it'd be an anonymous number? but still connected to the person's phone?

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    tuzdayschild
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An introvert nightmare. I have family members that don't have my number.

    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can't be a BMW-driver doing that, because they literally never use their blinkers. Instead they blink their headlights telling you to move over because they need to pass.

    Indian Princess Archi
    Community Member
    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Men can just take a look at the license plate and get the girls' no. without them KNOWING!

    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A stalker's delight. Like putting kid's names on their clothing.

    Magpie
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Calm down. Nobody is perfect. Just give them a little more space, because they maybe having a medical problem like a seizure, or drunk ...

    Cheryl Wilcox
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do wish there was some way to communicate with other drivers while driving, but I don't think a phone call or text is a good solution. Maybe some signs in the window or something. Hi! Your left rear tire is low! But I'm sure it would turn nasty quickly.

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    tuzdayschild
    Community Member
    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can see your point but I have a problem with people tampering with my personal choices. If you don't want to go to a religious school then don't. But don't make my choices for me.

    Jem
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same. I don't want people to make my own life choices for me.

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    Colleen Coughlin
    Community Member
    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think the world would be a lot more tolerable if we were actually educated about all religions at an early age. We have these assumptions about religions that are different from our own, when the majority of them are actually quite beautiful. We associate types of people based on their religion, but we are not fully educated on their religion to begin with.

    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Religion should be on the curriculum as a part of history lessons. If you want to have your kids educated in some superstition outside of normal school hours, you pay for it yourself.

    Joseph Georgiadis
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Religion lessons should be optional, off school hours, and not counting in gpa. Religion lessons should be either on a specific religion -to educate those interested in a specific religion.

    Bunzilla
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly though? We SHOULD cover the basics about every major religion, learn about the major holidays, and learn about other cultures. Demystify things, and build more understanding. There would probably be a lot less racism. People tend to fear what they don't understand.

    Stephanie Hatton
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Isn't no bias what we're all working towards anyway. Learning about other religions is similar to learning about other cultures, which we do in schools. Learning about a religion does not mean you must adopt that religion anymore than learning about a culture means you must support that culture. The basis of any good debate is knowledge of both sides.

    Stephanie Hatton
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes. Knowledge is power. Hearing a different opinion from my own (personally, Southern Baptist), is an opportunity for growth. Learning about a distant faith does not equate adopting the faith as my own.

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    Hans Felsh (TheRealMoleman)
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Totally disagree, and I'm an atheist / Pastafarian. If you want religious teachings, go to a church, or read a book on your own time. We want schools and teachers TEACHING our children, not indoctrinating them.

    Country Nana
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree with Katie. Our kids cannot grow up to be religious Jews without learning all about it.

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    Nevits Yibble
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I find airports even worse. It's the walking texters who create the biggest bottlenecks. Next would be those individuals who have no idea where they are - and feel they must disrupt the flow of traffic while wearing their clueless face as they stand and stare in multiple directions. And almost as bad as the walking texters are the groups of travelers/families who create a slow-moving wall while mindlessly babbling with each other. In every case, some of us actually DO have somewhere we need to be.

    Dippin Dot
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This only works if the people recognize they are slow! You're taught in driver's ed the left lane is for faster/passing, but how many times do you come up on a slow car that doesn't know how to move over?! My ex used to do this ALL. THE. TIME. and it drove me crazy! I would tell him to get in the right lane if he's going to slow down other drivers and he would say "I'm going over the speed limit so I belong in the left" (yeah, you were over the limit by like 2mph).

    Chris Jones
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dippin Dot - that must have been maddening! Good enough reason in itself for him to be an ex!! In the UK it's an offence to sit in a lane when you can move over to the left. It comes under ‘careless driving’ along with tailgating. Police officers have the power to hand out on-the-spot fines of £100 and three penalty points. It still happens but not as badly since the law was introduced in 2013.

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    michelle s
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and pedestrian Laybyes for chatting. So annoying People stopping abruptly in the middle of the pavement to chat to their friends and blocking the way

    DC
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is even worse in railway stations. I can't tell how often I had to run, due to delay of the first train, to get on the second one, and some slowly walks into my way, with a suitcase behind them and stops just where I am running. And, obviously, I'm not the only getting mad at this kind of bad manners. The slow ones have time - they shouldn't be allowed to black anything!

    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There should be a law where fast walkers are obligated to get up earlier so they don't annoy the rest of us normal paced walkers.

    ZeitCycloneTangram
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm a fast walker and I would never get up earlier. Not in a million years.

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    Ola Polowczyk
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An "Excuse me" wouldn't kill you if you want to pass a slow walker

    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No. I'm not excusing you. If you want to get past me, it's you who will have to step aside, because I'm not going to make way for you because you think you're more important than me.

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    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't understand why people do this. Nothing wrong with walking slow, but please don't block the path so there are dozens of people behind you trying to pass. I see it all the time. I can't help but think about the Mr. Bean episode where a little old lady is blocking the staircase.

    Lesbian
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I find schools to be terrible. You're walking behind practical zombies but yet you get punished for being late to class. "WHY ARE YOU LATE?!" "I was walking behind zombies." "DETENTION!"

    Colleen Coughlin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate being stuck behind slow people! An overweight woman in the store the other day was on a motorized scooter from the store. She stopped dead in the middle of the aisle to look at all the food, and asked people to grab her stuff as they walked by. No one could pass her on either side. Like no mam, I will not grab the family size package of double stuffed Oreos for you.

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    ADHORTATOR
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Talk to me bevor my fist coffee at your own risk

    Sea Urchin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not the biggest fan of coffee and would never like to be spoken to so I approve

    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let's change it to talking to someone before they indicate they are open for conversation?

    Dan Beck
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why should the rest of us suffer for your caffeine addiction?

    Malakai
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please approve. I never drink coffee, so no one would be allowed to talk to me--ever!! :D Even better if it extends to f***ing robocalls!

    Karen Johnston
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll let you know when I'm done with my first cup.....

    Liam Walsh
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It isn't a joke. I hate people talking to me for a good hour or so when I first wake up. Anyone talking to me will be ignored.

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    Magpie
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why can't I post a link to an image of Max and the Chief in a cone of silence ?

    VICTORIA HERNANDEZ
    Community Member
    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    https://www.bing.com/images/search?view=detailV2&ccid=HYtB55fq&id=622C1CDFDAFF2F673CB7E8B3604A187817564D16&thid=OIP.HYtB55fqh0YfVkgMhkEB_AAAAA&mediaurl=http%3a%2f%2ffarm1.staticflickr.com%2f22%2f28746158_713456f6ce.jpg&exph=500&expw=419&q=Road+Cone+On+Head&simid=608025445637885326&selectedIndex=15&qft=filterui%3alicense-L2_L3&adlt=strict

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    #47

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    chi-wei shen
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    May I suggest to think first and write later?

    Alexis D.
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *unless you type fast and hit send before always proofreading but also have a form of OCD and can't deal with typos so you have delete what you wrote and go back and fix the one error?

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    Colleen Coughlin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it's good that people are stuck being accountable for the stupid things they say.

    Joonscrab
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Noooooo .. with Edit buttons, people could easily change what they wrote just to change their narratives. Let tweets be. They are proof of what was actually said and meant.

    Bacony
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And like those youtube twits who edit their comment so you don't know what they said.

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    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think there should be a law requiring Twitter to monitor messages on hate speech, racism, sexism, xenophobia and blatant lies and block the user.

    Bonny Saxon
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How about a 24-hour send delay?

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    #48

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    Jess-a-men
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There should be a law that makes it illegal to treat people badly because of their perfectly harmless outfit choices...

    Aria
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom wore sunglasses indoors after her brain surgery because she became really sensitive to light. Sometimes there is a reason for people's outfits. Be more considerate.

    tuzdayschild
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or unless you feel like it, because your eyes belong to you.

    RoseTheMad
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    F**k this. I'm not blind (thankfully) or a rockstar ( i wish) sometimes I just have to wear my prescription sunglasses inside when on a computer or watching tv, etc, because at times my eyes are just too sensitive and I get headaches easily and it makes my vision blurry... :/

    Diane Aguilar
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And if you're Corey Hart you get to wear your sunglasses at night.

    Isabel Care
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wear sunglasses in theatres when the lighting colours hurt my eyes

    Kate Johnson
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think a lot of celebrities do it because of people constantly taking pictures of them with the flash on, like paparazzi.

    Magpie
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wear script glasses. And drive - in Australia at 36C plus it is bright. So sometimes I forget I am wearing my *script* sunnies when I go from car to inside. There should be a law about being a bit more tolerant.

    Tinker Gnome
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In my case, I have migraines, so the sunglasses help indoors

    KT Trondsen
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But then how would all the junkies hide their highs??

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    Isabel Care
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a thick mat that can be cleaned so that when I drop crockery it doesn't shatter. I drop things quite often. Fitted carpet would be yeuch

    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that a sign of someone who never actually works in their kitchen?

    Bonny Saxon
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's very common in older mobile homes. Carpeted bathrooms too. Gah!

    M O'Connell
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's because they literally rolled out the carpet on the floor module before installing anything else, including cabinets and walls.

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    Sea Urchin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    who in their right mind would have a carpet in their kitchen I ask you

    tuzdayschild
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kitchen, if you like. Bathroom, ewwwww!

    kathryn stretton
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My kitchen, and my bathroom are my business, not yours.

    #50

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    Patrick McKemie
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was dead the whole time, wait, sorry. What were you saying?

    tuzdayschild
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You do have the choice not to read or listen to it.

    HoffLensMetalHedLovesAnimalsUK
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I take in information fast, if i read something by accident there is no way to just forget that information again.

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    ShireenAin'tWoke
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then stay off social media or block the tv accounts...

    kathryn stretton
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your fault for looking, but you knew thet already did't you? Couldn't resist could you? Same here. Bugger.

    Isidien Gudmundsdottir
    Community Member
    5 years ago

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    Stay away from moviespoiler then.

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    kathryn stretton
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You don't know they have wasted your time until they have already done it.

    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would be a millionaire. Lol

    L McN
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I put a sign on my door stating: "If you are here to talk about anything that I have not personally invited you over for, I charge $65 per hour to listen to what you have to say. Fee's must be paid in advance." So far, no takers.

    Sea Urchin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    According to the Karens out there they'd be millionaires

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    WilvanderHeijden
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's nothing wrong with searching your medical symptoms as long as you don't think that your 15 minute internet search outweighs the 10 years education of your doctor.

    Gipsy Kings fan
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A good point, but there are idiot doctors out there. The daughter of a co-worker of mine was expecting her first baby. Her OB-GYN told her she was diabetic, so she couldn't treat her anymore, she had to go to a specialist. Another co-worker and I both told her it's GESTATIONAL diabetes, which is very common; it will go away when she has the baby!

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    Colleen Coughlin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't totally agree with this one. I think people need to educate themselves, I think the problem is when people take it too literal or make an absolute assumption. Researching my symptoms when I've been sick has actually been very helpful.

    Karen Johnston
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love this. Before the internet, my sister owned a "Book of Symptoms". Hey, at least she read then.

    Freya Fluharty
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I guessed I had Sarcoidosis long before the Drs figured it out; I was also pretty certain it WAS Sarc and not the lymphoma they initially diagnosed me with.

    Magpie
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My psychiatrist encourages me do to research BUT also suggests GOOD sites.

    chi-wei shen
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why do you hate hypochondriacs?

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    chi-wei shen
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Forget pineapple pizza. Recently I have seen Kiwi pizza. That's an abomination the world doesn't need. kiwi-pizza...1e-png.jpg kiwi-pizza-5e2ee81e81f1e-png.jpg

    Bunzilla
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How about a law saying people can put whatever the hell the want on their pizzas, and you're not allowed to complain unless you've been forced to eat it?

    estimaate
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There should be a law allowing people to eat whatever they want, and not have people criticizing their interest in pizza toppings. If you like pineapple pizza, good for you! Eat it on pizza. If you don't like, don't eat it.

    John Napier
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So that's a whole pizza made of pineapple? SOunds great

    L McN
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I LOVE pineapple on pizza! (BUT, I admit this started as a child, and continues b/c I am hyper sensitive to something in citrus fruits that gets neutralized when cooked. So the only way I can enjoy pineapple, my favorite food, is cooked. And the only way that still tastes good is on pizza.)

    Jason Harper
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    love ham & pineapple, second only to tuna & sweetcorn (just try it)

    Nia Loves Art
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why so many pineapple pizza defenders here? That s**t is nasty.

    Lara Verne
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't you dare, monster! I love pineapple pizza.

    Magpie
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The one that upsets me is the Nutella pizza !

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