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QUOTE (witesoxfan @ Jan 24, 2013 -> 11:07 AM) I don't believe cops look the other way when a white person sells drugs as opposed to a black or brown person. Instead, I imagine that, when white people sell drugs, they more often sell drugs in areas where crime is not incredibly high, so cops aren't on the lookout for it to near the extent they should be. Perhaps that's naive, so let's consider then that, for the last 15 years or so, roughly 80% of gang members have been Latino or African American. Do you think perhaps that's part of the reason for the high number of minorities in prison? If Latino and African Americans are being targeted unfairly, why are Asians not treated similarly? And to use the term segregation is to pidgeonhole the idea that these people are being forced to live here by the overtly racist US Government. There are other factors as to why these people live here, such as segregation from 75-100 years ago with no ability to break out of it (and the lack of resources attributed to these areas are among the repercussions from that), but there is no one forcing them to live here, though it is not necessarily their choice (because if they can afford nothing else, there isn't much choice). And, in these high crime areas, the idea of starting a business sounds not only risky, but dangerous to boot. The 3 primary goals I would have in mind in improving living conditions in these areas are to break up gangs, increase patrols, and improve public education. From there, you can begin to discuss further economic development within the areas as well, such as business investments and building renovations. yyyeah... but if two white people are talking in close proximity, the first thing a cop jumps to probably isn't drug deal - in fact he probably wouldn't even notice, but if it's two black guys you know that's the first thing on his mind.

QUOTE (Jake @ Jan 24, 2013 -> 10:51 AM) I have to think that technological breakthroughs will allow us to do better than might seem possible today. It is somewhat troubling, though, that there is such a strong push against some of those technologies (like genetically modified crops, for instance) technological breakthroughs at this point in time have nothing to do with helping us do anything better except make more $$ GMO's aren't about healthier crops, they're about MORE, BIGGER crops so the farmers and industries make more $$

QUOTE (2nd_city_saint787 @ Jan 23, 2013 -> 11:57 PM) I'm surprised the whole board doesn't know me as a bum by now...naw I'm jobless working out at home, I've got a bar, resistance bands, and a swiss balls....all I can think of with that is a plethora of squats. you've got body weight baby! do some internet research on workouts you can do with just body weight. also, check this out: Starting Strength program by Mark Rippetoe - all about barbell work.

QUOTE (2nd_city_saint787 @ Jan 23, 2013 -> 11:16 PM) What's wrong with hot sauce? I thought hot foods kicked up your metabolism, or is that a myth? My legs sure do burn after getting off the treadmill so I've kinda shied away from leg work...But what else other than squats can I do with what I have for legs...and when should I do them? the sodium content is crazy high even if the calories are low. and ranch is... well... ranch. but dude, i'm happy you're deciding to take this seriously. combined with the success you've had quitting smoking, you're getting a killer start on overhauling your health. good stuff

QUOTE (Rowand44 @ Jan 23, 2013 -> 09:36 PM) You need to hit your legs, man. And at some point you're going to have to clean up your diet too. For now since you can't buy your own food, just make sure you're having smaller portions. and not dousing everything in sauce. but yes. this. ^

QUOTE (StrangeSox @ Jan 23, 2013 -> 06:04 PM) It's part of the GOP's national strategy. and it's the only smart thing they've done in years unfortunately it's also massively hypocritical since not months ago they were shouting for a national popular vote, and this will all but destroy the popular vote. lolz

QUOTE (StrangeSox @ Jan 23, 2013 -> 05:02 PM) To some extent there's a good point that our current agricultural practices are really inefficient because of how much meat we consume in our diets. it's not "some" extent. it's a huge part of it.

QUOTE (Jenksismyb**** @ Jan 23, 2013 -> 04:08 PM) Groundwater doesn't come from rain/runoff? Water magically appears underground? there are these really fascinating things called lakes, oceans, rivers, bays, estuaries, streams, creeks, (you get my point) and the ground does this really amazing thing where it absorbs all that water. I guess you're right that thousands of years ago the lakes and rivers had to be filled somehow, but at this point, the reason farms exist where they do is because of irrigation, and without a nearby water source, that's much tougher. purely relying on rainwater for irrigation in places like montana is going to be rather... unsuccessful

QUOTE (Jenksismyb**** @ Jan 23, 2013 -> 03:55 PM) Water comes from another place? News to me. hahahahaha

QUOTE (Jenksismyb**** @ Jan 23, 2013 -> 03:52 PM) The sky? ....yyyyeaaaahhhhh that's not really how it works these days.

QUOTE (BigSqwert @ Jan 23, 2013 -> 03:44 PM) We could also screw over the Native Americans once again and take their land away. so many options!

what a tool.

QUOTE (Jenksismyb**** @ Jan 23, 2013 -> 02:52 PM) I've been west. There are huge areas of unhabited/undeveloped land in the dakotas, wyoming, colorado, etc that could support crops. Even if we've literally used up every last inch of arable land, we can shift resources. The vast majority of our farming is for non-food related products or for food product ingredients (corn starch, for example). We could easily change our diet (perhaps a good thing). expert on agriculture now are we?

QUOTE (Jenksismyb**** @ Jan 23, 2013 -> 12:42 PM) I thought I read somewhere that the Earth is about 30% land, and humans inhabit less than 1% of that. So, we have a long way to go. I think it's much more likely that the human race goes through another plague and subsequent dark age before we literally run out of land or water and are forced to move to Mars. you try living on Antarctica or in Siberia and get back to me. lol

wussat? besides quinoa, tofu and veggies. meant where's it from?

QUOTE (Y2HH @ Jan 23, 2013 -> 08:35 AM) While I feel saying things like this can sound profound, it's my belief that this ignores the fact that Mother Nature wanted this. If she didn't, we wouldn't be here. And when she tires of us...we won't be. i think the argument here is that we COULD meet her halfway and maybe postpone said tiring, but we're choosing not to... which.. well... means we'll deserve it when the time comes. lol

QUOTE (DukeNukeEm @ Jan 23, 2013 -> 01:26 AM) 1. Open carry is stupid and unless you're in the woods or in one of those extremely rare circumstances where you need to advertise having a gun on you it does more harm than good. Maybe you're thinking concealed carry? 2. If you're thinking concealed carry I'd like to point you to just a couple quick statistics on how it works out: Texas: 1364 homicides (6.07 per 100,000). 65% committed with a firearm. Illinois: 776 homicides (6.10 per 100,000). 75% committed with a firearm. So not are you only more likely to get murdered in Illinois, toughest gun laws in the country by the way, you're also more likely to have been murdered by a gun here too. So yea, your gun free utopia actually has more gun violence than your make-believe stereotype of Texas where everyone's just shooting at each other. open carry is a thing. I did not, in fact, mean concealed carry.

QUOTE (Cali @ Jan 23, 2013 -> 01:39 AM) Me and my lady have made a simple variation of the overnight oats before: Cup of rolled oats (either bulk or bob's Red Mill variety) mashed up banana, teaspoon of vanilla, and a handful of Chia Seeds all drowned in almond milk. Then we will add some agave in the morning or add some fresh blueberries or strawberries. Haven't had it in a while though. Might have to hop back on the band wagon haha now THAT sounds good.

QUOTE (farmteam @ Jan 22, 2013 -> 10:39 PM) I agree, but it poses an interesting philosophical sort of question: how can humans be a plague upon Earth, even though we are as a much a part of earth as anything else? A "plague" makes humans sound like extra terrestrials or something. well... plagues are also earth-made typically... unless they're a plague of locusts made by that Jesus guy. but earth typically regulates itself when something like this happens... (see: bubonic plague, ice age, global warming, etc)

QUOTE (Melissa1334 @ Jan 22, 2013 -> 10:14 PM) yea makes sense. i think im going to go with string cheese lol and as far as kind bars, i just googled them. i dont really like fruit lol im ok, i recently had a baby and am looking to shed those pounds. 1) congrats! 2) do you have an exercise plan on top of trying to eat a bit better?

QUOTE (Steve9347 @ Jan 22, 2013 -> 10:23 PM) FINE I prep my and my wife's lunches (day of food) the night before - here are overnight oats. 150g greek yogurt (we just buy it by the tub, 0% or 2%, whatever you prefer - the 2% obviously has some necessary fat) half-scoop CHOCOLATE protein powder (can be substituted with vanilla, but chocolate is the bomb packet oatmeal (she likes original, I like strawberries and cream, use whatever) 6-8 frozen berries (I go with strawberries - frozen actually work well bc as it melts it adds moisture to the oats OVERNIGHT) Almond milk - use as much or as little as you want to, creates thick or soupy deliciousness - I'd say I normally add half a cup or so?) That's it - let this s*** become one overnight, in the am mix it together and devour. It's really a delicious, healthy, fully-loaded way to start the day.

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QUOTE (kapkomet @ Jan 22, 2013 -> 08:26 PM) lol wut? Try that line in Chicago since you're trying to make your nonsense leap... ?? doesn't texas have an open carry policy? you're saying open carry would help in chicago? please be more clear in your posts. I know you're going for this Clint Eastwood thing and that's great baby, i love it, but we also - every now and again - need to actually understand what you're saying.

QUOTE (Melissa1334 @ Jan 22, 2013 -> 08:08 PM) i was looking on walmart.com they have a whole bunch but all seem to have around 7g of sugar :/ i guess ill check at the store tomarrow,thanks 7g of sugar won't kill you, but it depends on the overall profile of the bar. like... 7g of sugar in 100 cal is a lot different than 7g of sugar in 300 cal ya know?

QUOTE (Y2HH @ Jan 22, 2013 -> 08:10 PM) If it was just the FDA, I'd most likely ignore it...but in this case, it's not. I'd attribute those foreign diets to the fact that they eat way less than we do, and as you stated, far less processed foods, before I'd attribute it to Coconut Oil. I'm merely pointing out that in place of Coconut Oil, there are far healthier oils you can substitute... Also, I'd like to point out they're healthier than we are on average because of choice...and Americans, IMO, largely choose to be unhealthy. And I'm not talking those with a lack of education...I mean people we know in our everyday lives, otherwise intelligent people. Hell, half the time they even make mention of the fact they eat like crap but never do anything to change it. It's just more excuses IMO. yeah agreed. re: oils, what do you feel is healthier and why?