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re: Who was the MOST fiscally conservative POTUS in your lifetime?
Posted by ATCTx on 5/9/26 at 12:40 pm to Cheese Grits
The answer is Newt Gingrich who forced Bill Clinton to succeed fiscally. Yes, I know he wasn't president, but as Speaker, he is the greatest unwanted gift Clinton ever received. Clinton wanted to spend (of course) and Gingrich led the effort to get a balanced budget, welfare reform, etc.
If Clinton had kept a democrat majority during his term, he'd have been a fiscal disaster just like those who came after him. Instead, thanks to Gingrich, history credits him with a surplus and fiscal responsibility, maybe the last president to ever enjoy that reputation.
If Clinton had kept a democrat majority during his term, he'd have been a fiscal disaster just like those who came after him. Instead, thanks to Gingrich, history credits him with a surplus and fiscal responsibility, maybe the last president to ever enjoy that reputation.
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The message here is conservatives are more principled. The data shows that Democrats complain but deep down they like lower taxes and crime rates, so they talk a good virtue signaling game but when push comes to shove, they stay in red states.
Conservatives realize they cannot live in states with sanctuary cities, soft on crime judges and DAs, insane woke BS like boys playing girls sports, so they move to find sanity (and more business opportunities) in red states.
Not a surprise at all. Lefties are unreasonable, irrational and nutty, but they aren't necessarily stupid.
Conservatives realize they cannot live in states with sanctuary cities, soft on crime judges and DAs, insane woke BS like boys playing girls sports, so they move to find sanity (and more business opportunities) in red states.
Not a surprise at all. Lefties are unreasonable, irrational and nutty, but they aren't necessarily stupid.
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Steve Perry ranked 59.
Ridiculous
and BEHIND Bob Dylan. LMAO.
re: Delane to chiefs
Posted by ATCTx on 4/24/26 at 10:33 am to Hondo Blacksheep
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Posted on 4/23/26 at 10:33 pm to nicholastiger
And they moved up to get him so he gets more jack ... solid result for a great Tiger
The Chiefs must have thought the Saints were taking him at 8 to move from 9 to 6. They got the best player at a position of need. That's how you win the draft.
re: In honor of “Michael” premiering tomorrow.. what is your favorite MJ song?
Posted by ATCTx on 4/23/26 at 9:39 pm to Lonnie Utah
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Hot take: Off the Wall is a better album than Thriller.
Agreed. "Off the Wall" is also my favorite song of his. "Remember the Time" and "Rock With You" are up there. "Girlfriend", written by McCartney, is an underrated MJ song.
re: Most gut-wrenching episodes of Television
Posted by ATCTx on 4/20/26 at 10:54 pm to Ghost of Colby
"Abyssinia Henry" makes my top five along with the MASH Series Finale when Hawkeye, after repressing this memory, is traumatized remembering the "chicken" he told a Korean mother to keep quiet so the North Koreans wouldn't hear them was actually her infant she had to smother so they could live.
On Archie Bunker's Place when Archie refuses to accept Edith's death weeks earlier and after her stuff is removed, he sees her pink slipper, begins talking to her and finally breaks down saying he was supposed to go first. When Gloria and family moved out west in the season 8 finale was a tough watch too.
On Archie Bunker's Place when Archie refuses to accept Edith's death weeks earlier and after her stuff is removed, he sees her pink slipper, begins talking to her and finally breaks down saying he was supposed to go first. When Gloria and family moved out west in the season 8 finale was a tough watch too.
re: 10% of vets were actively engaged in combat 28% receiver PTSD disability???
Posted by ATCTx on 4/15/26 at 11:26 am to trinidadtiger
About $152 billion per year is spent on veterans disability payments. I worked with several and NONE of them had a disability that prevented them from working. For sure, there are very legitimate disabilities, but a guy who hurt his knee during training and limped for two months should not get $1000/month for life after leaving the military.
But, going after "disabled veterans" is not a winning political issue although it's one the democrats/media might go along with if Trump initiated a review.
But, going after "disabled veterans" is not a winning political issue although it's one the democrats/media might go along with if Trump initiated a review.
Regarding the career grand slam, Scottie is obvious.
The PGA is arguably the toughest one to win even though it's the least prestigious. The field is the best of the majors. Spieth needs it. That's a tough ask for him unless he has an incredible four days one year.
Phil can't hold up four days of US Open setups. Going LIV didn't help. Like 4 time runner-up Sam Snead, it's the only one he won't get.
Koepka is a Masters threat for sure, but his game doesn't translate well to British Open courses. His best finish is a tie for 4th. That said, Phil's game wasn't meant to win over there and he caught lightning in a bottle once so anything is possible.
Rahm was rolling, went to LIV, and has struggled in majors ever since. If he ends his career without the slam, he will have a lot of money but won't be a legend.
Morikowa and Schauffele absolutely have the games to add the two they lack.
The PGA is arguably the toughest one to win even though it's the least prestigious. The field is the best of the majors. Spieth needs it. That's a tough ask for him unless he has an incredible four days one year.
Phil can't hold up four days of US Open setups. Going LIV didn't help. Like 4 time runner-up Sam Snead, it's the only one he won't get.
Koepka is a Masters threat for sure, but his game doesn't translate well to British Open courses. His best finish is a tie for 4th. That said, Phil's game wasn't meant to win over there and he caught lightning in a bottle once so anything is possible.
Rahm was rolling, went to LIV, and has struggled in majors ever since. If he ends his career without the slam, he will have a lot of money but won't be a legend.
Morikowa and Schauffele absolutely have the games to add the two they lack.
re: Has Rory gotten himself into the Top 10 Golfers of all time?
Posted by ATCTx on 4/14/26 at 9:52 am to RolltidePA
Yeah, RollTide, Sarazen is often overlooked. Jones HAS to be top five. Google his incredible life. Degrees from Ga Tech and Harvard and law school at Emory.
When he was allowed to play in pro tournaments, of the 11 US Opens he played, he won 4, and of the 4 British Opens, he won 3.Then he founds Augusta National AND joined the army during WW2 and went ashore in Normandy June 7th and took fire for a few days. Incredible dude.
As for Player, he and his family lived in South Africa so he could not play many PGA events. He instead focused on growing the game worldwide and piled up a ton of victories, no doubt lesser competition than the PGA tour. When he did come to the US, he won all our majors. Had he lived here and played on the PGA tour exclusively, he might be top 3 all time.
When he was allowed to play in pro tournaments, of the 11 US Opens he played, he won 4, and of the 4 British Opens, he won 3.Then he founds Augusta National AND joined the army during WW2 and went ashore in Normandy June 7th and took fire for a few days. Incredible dude.
As for Player, he and his family lived in South Africa so he could not play many PGA events. He instead focused on growing the game worldwide and piled up a ton of victories, no doubt lesser competition than the PGA tour. When he did come to the US, he won all our majors. Had he lived here and played on the PGA tour exclusively, he might be top 3 all time.
re: Has Rory gotten himself into the Top 10 Golfers of all time?
Posted by ATCTx on 4/13/26 at 11:47 pm to RolltidePA
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'm sure there would be a lot of debate, but I think this is how I'd put the list now of best all time:
1. Nicklaus - 73 wins - 18 majors
2. Woods - 82 wins - 15 majors
3. Hogan - 64 wins - 9 majors
4. Hagan - 44 wins - 11 majors
5. Snead - 82 wins - 7 majors
6. Palmer - 63 wins - 7 majors
7. Watson - 39 wins - 8 majors
8. Mickelson - 45 wins - 6 majors
9. Nelson - 52 wins - 5 majors
10. Mcilroy - 30 wins - 6 majors
11. Player - 24 wins - 9 majors
12. Trevino - 29 wins - 6 majors
One glaring omission (Bobby Jones) and Gary Player at 11 is WAY too low. The rest of the list is pretty reasonable. I have:
1. Jack -
2. Tiger -
3. Hogan
4. Jones - won every big tournament he was eligible for numerous times.
5. Player - career grand slam
6. Hagen
7. Snead
8. Watson -
9. Palmer -
10. Mickelson - blew his career grand slam with stupid US Open decisions
11. Rory - barely behind Phil, but one more major moves him to 7 or 8 IMO
12. Sarazen - career grand slam
13. Nelson
14. Trevino
15. Faldo
re: Has Rory gotten himself into the Top 10 Golfers of all time?
Posted by ATCTx on 4/13/26 at 11:34 pm to Weekend Warrior79
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But seriously, Bobby Jones may not be the best example as he has 0 PGA wins from 1923-1930,
Bobby Jones never turned pro, and as an amateur he was not able to play in the PGA championship which was only for professionals. He retired at age 28 having never turned pro.
Jones won six US and British Amateurs in addition to his 7 majors (US and British Opens) so his actual major total is arguably higher since back then, those two tournaments were very prestigious.
The next to replace one of these three will be Ben Crenshaw, two time winner and beloved at Augusta National.
In five years, probably Watson, Crenshaw and Faldo. If they lost one of them early, they might get Langher, Ollie or (yes, he only has one but he'd be a popular choice) Freddie.
Tiger and Phil would be next if Phil hasn't burned too many more bridges in the meantime.
In five years, probably Watson, Crenshaw and Faldo. If they lost one of them early, they might get Langher, Ollie or (yes, he only has one but he'd be a popular choice) Freddie.
Tiger and Phil would be next if Phil hasn't burned too many more bridges in the meantime.
The left has intentionally mischaracterized republican presidents before. To say Trump chickens out is not only intellectually dishonest, it is so absurd the person saying it should never be taken seriously again. Remember, these people said Biden was cognizant and Kamala was qualified.
Much like when in the 80s, the dems (the party of weakness on communism, crime and terrorism) referred to George Bush 41 as a "wimp". These draft dodging dope smoking pacifist hippies referred to a naval aviator who was shot down over Japan as a wimp.
The left depends on deceit, and are only relevant because they own the media, education, entertainment and the big cities.
Much like when in the 80s, the dems (the party of weakness on communism, crime and terrorism) referred to George Bush 41 as a "wimp". These draft dodging dope smoking pacifist hippies referred to a naval aviator who was shot down over Japan as a wimp.
The left depends on deceit, and are only relevant because they own the media, education, entertainment and the big cities.
re: Interesting question re:The Masters
Posted by ATCTx on 4/7/26 at 9:21 pm to SoFla Tideroller
Augusta National is like the Mona Lisa. If it ever came up for sale, the price would be astronomical. You think a Saudi prince wouldn't cough up $15 billion to own ANGC and The Masters? In a heartbeat.
re: What are the most depressing movies that don't have a death? (Spoilers)
Posted by ATCTx on 4/2/26 at 10:33 pm to SlowFlowPro
Kramer vs. Kramer - depressing movie about divorce and custody with Dustin Hoffman and Meryl Streep in the lead roles.
re: On whether Jay Johnson would take a MLB job if offered.....
Posted by ATCTx on 4/2/26 at 10:05 am to damnstrongfan
We've seen this movie before where a national championship coach left unexpectedly for a pro job, and the ending was disastrous for LSU.
Vitello may find himself back in the SEC before long.
If Coach Johnson doesn't get the funding he wants/needs, he absolutely would take a pro job.
Vitello may find himself back in the SEC before long.
If Coach Johnson doesn't get the funding he wants/needs, he absolutely would take a pro job.
It would be 1986 easily. You had to be there. It was a crazy, crazy season:
Jerry Reynolds turned pro before the season
Nikita Wilson academically ineligible
Tito Horford was here until he wasn't.
Chickenpox/quarantine
Blanton was a guard and had to play center
Luckily, the first two games were in the Assembly Center where LSU beat better teams, then somehow won their region over a great Kentucky team.
While it was SO improbable, the team really did have talent..and heart. Derrick Taylor and Anthony Wilson were a solid backcourt. Redden could shoot, and John Williams was an elite talent. Blanton did whatever needed to be done. It worked right up until the second half of the Louisville semi-final when the Tigers just ran out of steam.
1981 was probably our best team, but Rudy Macklin injured his finger and the Tigers lost to Isaiah Thomas' Hoosiers.
Strangely, for almost a decade, LSU lost in the tourney to the eventual champs:
1979 - Michigan State (Magic Johnson)
1980 - Louisville (Darrell Griffith)
1981 - Indiana (Isaiah)
1986 - Louisville - (Pervis Elison)
1987 - Indiana (Keith Smart and Steve Alford)
Jerry Reynolds turned pro before the season
Nikita Wilson academically ineligible
Tito Horford was here until he wasn't.
Chickenpox/quarantine
Blanton was a guard and had to play center
Luckily, the first two games were in the Assembly Center where LSU beat better teams, then somehow won their region over a great Kentucky team.
While it was SO improbable, the team really did have talent..and heart. Derrick Taylor and Anthony Wilson were a solid backcourt. Redden could shoot, and John Williams was an elite talent. Blanton did whatever needed to be done. It worked right up until the second half of the Louisville semi-final when the Tigers just ran out of steam.
1981 was probably our best team, but Rudy Macklin injured his finger and the Tigers lost to Isaiah Thomas' Hoosiers.
Strangely, for almost a decade, LSU lost in the tourney to the eventual champs:
1979 - Michigan State (Magic Johnson)
1980 - Louisville (Darrell Griffith)
1981 - Indiana (Isaiah)
1986 - Louisville - (Pervis Elison)
1987 - Indiana (Keith Smart and Steve Alford)
Coach Hurley at 40 seconds is the funniest/best view. What a finish.
As LSU's ONLY THREE TIME All American, TC was on a NFL Hall of Fame trajectory before knee issues forced his retirement after only six seasons, 3 of which he was named to the Pro Bowl.
I'm sorry to hear this legend is struggling with his health.
I'm sorry to hear this legend is struggling with his health.
re: Best RB tandem in the SEC since the year 2000?
Posted by ATCTx on 3/26/26 at 6:36 pm to RollTide1987
If "tandem" means two-headed monster and not one giant monster and a smaller one who'd become big later, then it's Mcfadden/Jones for me. DM is one of a handful of skill position guys who scared me every time he touched the ball, and Jones was an excellent complement.
Cadillac/Brown would be second.
Playing in the early 80s, Dalton Hilliard and Garry James were LSU's all time best two-headed monster.
Cadillac/Brown would be second.
Playing in the early 80s, Dalton Hilliard and Garry James were LSU's all time best two-headed monster.
Toughest Big 3 sports school year since Skip Bertman arrived?
Posted by ATCTx on 3/22/26 at 4:46 pm
LSU didn't have three big sports until Skip arrived. Since then, I've found maybe two school years where all three were at best disappointing. Baseball made this exercise pretty easy since they've only missed the tourney four times (88, 06, 07, 11, but football was excellent those years)
The toughest school year I've found was 1994-95. Football was 4-7 (3-5 in the SEC), basketball 6-10 SEC and baseball 17-12 SEC and eliminated in regional. Not terrible for baseball but in the Bertman era probably a disappointment
2023-24 wasn't great either: Football 9-4 (5-3) unranked, Basketball 9-9 SEC, baseball 13-17 SEC eliminated at North Carolina regional.
So far in 25-26, Football 3-5 SEC, basketball 3-15 SEC, baseball hopefully can get things going and salvage the school year.
The toughest school year I've found was 1994-95. Football was 4-7 (3-5 in the SEC), basketball 6-10 SEC and baseball 17-12 SEC and eliminated in regional. Not terrible for baseball but in the Bertman era probably a disappointment
2023-24 wasn't great either: Football 9-4 (5-3) unranked, Basketball 9-9 SEC, baseball 13-17 SEC eliminated at North Carolina regional.
So far in 25-26, Football 3-5 SEC, basketball 3-15 SEC, baseball hopefully can get things going and salvage the school year.
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