Chickenman 9 Posted November 2, 2008 It wasn't a good movie. Tried to mix comedy that wasn't funny with a serious conspiracy that you couldn't take seriously because it was in a comedy movie. So it didn't really work on either front. *shrug* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drake 53 Posted November 2, 2008 That being irrelevant to the point of the movie, lol. The point was that there's always potential for error when dealing with computers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chickenman 9 Posted November 3, 2008 The point of the movie was to further destroy Robin Williams' reputation as a comedian. Anyway, I can't believe they're still using these machines after the huge problems they caused in 2004. Wait, yes I can. :( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Radioactive Isotope 29 Posted November 3, 2008 In Canada, we still use pen and paper. Our only problem is that we get around 60% voter turnout. sadly, that's probably better than we get in the States. voter turnout is usually absolutely dismal. i personally feel there is no excuse to complain about the government if you were eligible to change it and didn't. probably preaching to the choir here, but if you are of legal voting age, GET OUT AND VOTE! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Winters 0 Posted November 3, 2008 What was that movie with Robin Williams in it where he was a political comedian and he ran for president as a joke and won because of a flaw in the electronic voting system? Anyway, it was pretty good. Shows the possibility of foul play in digital voting. In Canada, we still use pen and paper. Our only problem is that we get around 60% voter turnout. How is 60% voter turnout bad...? For us, it's like the late 1800's! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheUnknown 39 Posted November 3, 2008 I think compulsory voting is worth exploring. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chickenman 9 Posted November 3, 2008 In Canada, we still use pen and paper. Our only problem is that we get around 60% voter turnout. sadly, that's probably better than we get in the States. voter turnout is usually absolutely dismal. i personally feel there is no excuse to complain about the government if you were eligible to change it and didn't. probably preaching to the choir here, but if you are of legal voting age, GET OUT AND VOTE! What was that movie with Robin Williams in it where he was a political comedian and he ran for president as a joke and won because of a flaw in the electronic voting system? Anyway, it was pretty good. Shows the possibility of foul play in digital voting. In Canada, we still use pen and paper. Our only problem is that we get around 60% voter turnout. How is 60% voter turnout bad...? For us, it's like the late 1800's! Voter turnout was 64% in 2004. Should it be higher? Yes. But a lot of us really did step up to the plate last presidential election, and I was incredibly proud of the country for it. Voting is expected to be 70% in RI this year, despite the fact that we vote overwhelmingly democratic more than any other state, so it's pretty much worthless. I guess all it takes is a tremendously s***ty president to get people to go out and vote. I think compulsory voting is worth exploring. Compulsory voting isn't very democratic. :p Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chickenman 9 Posted November 3, 2008 Barack Obama's grandmother passed away today, the night before elections. :( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mara 29 Posted November 4, 2008 We need to get rid of electronic voting machines. I'm working the polls on Tuesday, and thank goodness my state continues using good old pen and paper. How the hell has no one spoken up about a system of voting that leaves no paper trail? Are you serious? I just watched a video where a computer professor was able to hack a voting machine in six minutes and fifty one seconds. It's absolutely retarded that we're using a damned computer to run the cornerstone of our democracy. In fact, one could argue it's the only bastion of freedom we've got left in a government crawling with corruption, where the corporations own the politicians, and lawmakers can ignore the Constitution without fear of reprisal. Voting is one of the last weapons the people have against a government that is no longer by the people and certainly no longer for them. To corrupt our voting system is to destroy our society, and these voting machines offer up a very easy way to corrupt our democracy. This is why, despite the fact that Obama is predicted to win, I've got a strong feeling I'm going to cry Tuesday night. My precinct uses good ol 'pens as well. The only machine we have is the one that counts the ballot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chickenman 9 Posted November 4, 2008 And even then they keep the ballots in case of a recount or something. With the computers, there's no paper trails. None. I don't feel safe with a voting system that leaves behind no paper trail. Particularly with the Republicans showing how willing they are to steal an election in recent years. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Princess 35 Posted November 4, 2008 My personal thoughts And a small addendum that you get free coffee if you vote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Radioactive Isotope 29 Posted November 4, 2008 i voted. w00t! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bad furday 57 Posted November 4, 2008 I predict that even as we speak, Unknown is setting up a variety of snacks infront of the tv, and preparing to stay up all night. ;) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheUnknown 39 Posted November 4, 2008 (edited) Don't have the snacks yet, but I do plan to to stay up all night. Unfortunately, I was up really late finishing a paper, so I'm going to be dragging. I'm starting to move into nervous wreck territory. I can't imagine how bad the candidates' nerves are. And I can't imagine how it would be for Obama to lose his grandmother one day and win the Presidency the next. Talk about bittersweet. Edited November 4, 2008 by TheUnknown Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Princess 35 Posted November 4, 2008 Don't forget your free coffee at Starbucks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheUnknown 39 Posted November 4, 2008 It is apparently illegal in Georgia to give out incentives to vote. :( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bad furday 57 Posted November 4, 2008 Haz voted. We'll have the radio on at work tonight, so maybe they'll give us a state by state account of how it's going.. :???: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheUnknown 39 Posted November 4, 2008 And we're off. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mara 29 Posted November 5, 2008 I voted as well! Had to get up early. :p Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drake 53 Posted November 5, 2008 CNN had holograms. That was pretty damn cool. HOORAY FOR OBAMA! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ayingel 24 Posted November 5, 2008 ... i have mixed feelings. not too pleased. not too upset either. meh. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Radioactive Isotope 29 Posted November 5, 2008 i have mixed feelings as well. part of me really hopes he can bring the change he's been touting for the last couple years, and part of me is waiting for my paycheck to take a hit from raised taxes. please don't crush my tiny remaining amount of hope in the government, Barack. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy 60 Posted November 5, 2008 http://www.theonion.com/content/news_brief...n_given_nations Black Man Given Nation's Worst Job WASHINGTON?African-American man Barack Obama, 47, was given the least-desirable job in the entire country Tuesday when he was elected president of the United States of America. In his new high-stress, low-reward position, Obama will be charged with such tasks as completely overhauling the nation's broken-down economy, repairing the crumbling infrastructure, and generally having to please more than 300 million Americans and cater to their every whim on a daily basis. As part of his duties, the black man will have to spend four to eight years cleaning up the messes other people left behind. The job comes with such intense scrutiny and so certain a guarantee of failure that only one other person even bothered applying for it. Said scholar and activist Mark L. Denton, "It just goes to show you that, in this country, a black man still can't catch a break." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ayingel 24 Posted November 5, 2008 (edited) well, it shouldn't be too big. if your under 80000 a year you won't see anything coming out (if i remember correctly). check his wiki (that where i found it) for the generalized amounts. all i know is if i just keep working at famous daves i'll be getting a whole bunch of money from the government. that's partly why i'm looking for a new job...a salary one with benefits. edit: bad speeling and tired and a little hungover Edited November 5, 2008 by Ayingel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
