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October 08, 2013

Change in Policy in Non-Political Threads
— Ace

As regards Non-Political Threads, I'm going to try something new.

First, anytime someone posts a Non-Political Thread, and there is no politically-oriented post which has been posted recently (say, within the past hour), I'll ask the person posting the Non-Political Thread to also post an Open Thread just below. Just a blank thread, basically, which says "take all political comments or off-topic comments here."

Second, I'm going to ask people to respect the topic of a Non-Political Thread and not go off-topic simply because it's now (for the moment) the top post on the site.

The reasons for this are simple: While any week will have 100 political threads, there is only one Gaming Thread per week, one Book thread per week, one or maybe two of CAC's astronomy threads per week, and so on.

Using such threads to talk about the Hot Political Topics is understandable, given that people rush to the Top Thread looking for the "active conversation" thread. But this results in people not really being able to have a conversation about much besides politics. You can't really have much of a conversation about, say, some cooking technique CBD is discussing if there are two or three stray cooking comments among the first hundred comments, with the bulk of them about the shutdown.

That's why I'm asking for cobs and guest-bloggers to simultaneously post an Open Thread just beneath their actual thread. This will serve to give people a place to discuss politics -- which I know is the reason most people come to the site -- which is also a clearly designated "active conversation" thread, while leaving the Non-Political Thread alone, so that people can actually get that critical mass of comments necessary to have any kind of interesting discussion about the topic at hand.

So, three requests: First that cobs and Guest Bloggers post an empty Open Thread, to serve as a new "active conversation" thread for political talk;

that they ~~end~~ begin their post by noting an Open Thread is now directly below the current Top Thread, and that all off-topic comment should be directed there (Update: Include the directive at the beginning of the post, because someone not interested in the topic is not going to read anything in the post, but will just jump to the comments),

and that commenters respect this, and understand that some people, while of course interested in the Shutdown and all the rest, may sometimes want to take advantage of a thread dedicated to their niche interest, just to talk about the actual niche subject itself without the comments immediately being swamped by the general political discussion of the day.

I think this solution will both give people who want to talk just politics the Top Thread they want (even though it will be in the second position, not the first) and will also allow Non-Political Threads to serve the purpose for which they're intended, which is letting commenters drop politics for a while and discuss something which, while not political, still interests them as people.

Thanks for understanding.

I will bump this thread to both Saturday and Sunday so that people understand the basic idea.

By the way, as an example of this idea (let's see if it works), We Politely Request That All Off-Topic or Political Comments Be Directed to the Thread Directly Below This One, Which Will Serve Officially as the Current "Active Conversation" Thread for All Discussions Not Related To This Topic.

-- Sincerely, the Fascist MGMT

Posted by: Ace at 09:13 AM | Comments (549)
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1 Typical NPS tactics.

Posted by: Gristle Encased Head at October 08, 2013 09:16 AM (+lsX1)

2 Heh. You said 'cob'.

Posted by: Beavis at October 08, 2013 09:16 AM (/1ATA)

3 First-ish.

Is this post on-topic or off-topic?

Posted by: RoyalOil at October 08, 2013 09:16 AM (VjL9S)

4 Can I discuss politics in this thread? j/k

Posted by: [/i][/b][/u][/s] Tami at October 08, 2013 09:16 AM (bCEmE)

5 Sincerely, the Fascist MGMT When did AOSHQ get taken over by the Parks Dept?

Posted by: Iblis at October 08, 2013 09:16 AM (9221z)

6 Is this delay thread, or the defund thread?

Posted by: blaster at October 08, 2013 09:17 AM (W6bkf)

7 How come there's no open thread below ?

Posted by: Bill D. Cat at October 08, 2013 09:17 AM (1jQhu)

So here is where we talk about not talking about politics; political talk goes in the Yellowstone thread below.

Gotcha.

Posted by: hindmost at October 08, 2013 09:17 AM (t6Jvs)

9 Sounds like a good idea to me.

Posted by: Vic at October 08, 2013 09:17 AM (zZbNF)

10 Am I allowed to recreate in here? If I don't recreate I wither and die.

Posted by: JackStraw at October 08, 2013 09:17 AM (g1DWB)

Good idea but is there any way you can auto-populate the first two posts in every thread to be:

1. First!

2. Barrack Obama is a Stuttering Cluster Fuck of a Miserable Traitor.

That'd be a real time saver.

Posted by: MLCross at October 08, 2013 09:17 AM (taib7)

12 ... orrrrrr, you could just finally re-design the site into the 21st century, and include a continuous political comment thread that's "always open."

Posted by: Rex at October 08, 2013 09:17 AM (/FnUH)

13 I see banning futures are through the roof on instatrade.

Posted by: kreplach at October 08, 2013 09:17 AM (BqGMB)

14 This post reeks of recreating.

Posted by: Circa (Insert Year Here) at October 08, 2013 09:18 AM (659DL)

15 Great idea Ace!!

Posted by: Passerby at October 08, 2013 09:18 AM (sOlwy)

16 Fascist MGMT is one of my favorite bands.

Posted by: Mr. Mean at October 08, 2013 09:18 AM (Tlix5)

17 -- Sincerely, the Fascist MGMT Fascists everywhere!

Posted by: Mindy at October 08, 2013 09:18 AM (4Gdbl)

18 Oregon, looks like Bracken is going to put his books on kindle for free, one a week for the next 4 weeks starting Sunday ( sunday, sunday). EFAD first.

Posted by: Dred Scott at October 08, 2013 09:18 AM (FGqZK)

19 this ought to be fun. Can't wait for the attacks on the sellout panty waist host who doesn't know we have a country to save...by commenting on the interweb.

Posted by: california red at October 08, 2013 09:19 AM (7jrCM)

20 >>> How come there's no open thread below ? because there's a recently posted political thread already below this one. If there weren't, like if the previous thread were itself non-political, I would have done an Open Thread.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:19 AM (/IWYB)

21 What if they double-post (an AoS tradition)?

How will I know if the first Open Thread is really open?

Will we have friendly Park Rangers in Brown Shirts to keep us from recreating in the non-open Open Thread?

Posted by: RoyalOil at October 08, 2013 09:19 AM (VjL9S)

22 No recreating in the gaming posts!

Posted by: Gristle Encased Head at October 08, 2013 09:19 AM (+lsX1)

23 Using such threads to talk about the Hot Political Topics is understandable, given that people rush to the Top Thread looking for the "active conversation" thread. I still say that gif of the puppies careening around the corner is the perfect visual depiction of the Horde discovering there's a new thread.

Posted by: alexthechick - Bring the SMOD at October 08, 2013 09:19 AM (VtjlW)

24 #10 good one

Posted by: SAT Rose at October 08, 2013 09:19 AM (bQIAr)

25 Cool by me. Everything for us should not be political...that's how the wastes of oxygen we (should be) fighting live.

Posted by: Brother Cavil at October 08, 2013 09:20 AM (naUcP)

26 Sheesh, when did the mgmt become so National Park Serviceish?

Posted by: wte9 at October 08, 2013 09:20 AM (ZL7LA)

27 What about breaking news?

Posted by: Shep Smith at October 08, 2013 09:20 AM (r2PLg)

28 Just wondering -- what is the topic of this thread?

Posted by: Mindy at October 08, 2013 09:20 AM (4Gdbl)

29 If the front page had, say, a two column layout, it would be easy to have two simultaneous "active" or "top" threads.

Posted by: Flatbush Joe at October 08, 2013 09:20 AM (ZPrif)

30 Love this idea! Thanks Ace and I apologize in advance when I post in wrong thread about comics, cooking, cosmos and other things of which I have no knowledge.

Posted by: Nora at October 08, 2013 09:20 AM (RGgMp)

31 I will just lurk as usual.

Posted by: SAT Rose at October 08, 2013 09:20 AM (bQIAr)

32 Are the bathrooms open on this thread?

Posted by: [/i][/b][/u][/s] Tami at October 08, 2013 09:20 AM (bCEmE)

33 Only one request; higher frequency of gun threads and military topics.

Politics may be the top visitor reason, but there are plenty of brothers in arms who truly appreciate the very salient, well written threads on the aforementioned topic.

Posted by: Marcus at October 08, 2013 09:20 AM (GGCsk)

34 Just wondering -- what is the topic of this thread? Posted by: Mindy at October 08, 2013 01:20 PM (4Gdbl) So you noticed that as well.

Posted by: alexthechick - Bring the SMOD at October 08, 2013 09:21 AM (VtjlW)

35 I get the concept but think it kinda unworkable Ace. People always seem to gravitate to the newest Thread for better or worse. And also breaking news will always trump the rules. And what happens sometimes is a non-political thread that is scheduled seems to interrupt a real rip roaring political thread and throws everything off. But for my part I will try to obey the rules and suggestions of those appointed over me. Now what's for lunch

Posted by: Nevergiveup at October 08, 2013 09:21 AM (1RQeV)

36 Great idea. The threads get so long in the first couple minutes that it's impossible to follow.

I don't know if it's possible but the ability to start a thread on each comment rather than just one long thread would be a good idea too.

Posted by: PJ at October 08, 2013 09:21 AM (ZWaLo)

37 >>>28 Just wondering -- what is the topic of this thread? the policy. whether it's workable, etc. I think it should be workable. I don't think people have some driving need to post on the current top thread; I think they just go to the top thread because that immediately becomes the active conversation thread. If there is a clearly designated active conversation thread besides the top thread, they can go there and still get what they want (i.e., to have their comments seen).

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:22 AM (/IWYB)

38 Serious, you guys . . .

Posted by: The inexplicable Dr. Julius Strangepork at October 08, 2013 09:22 AM (9BnqJ)

39 Will circular firing squads still be allowed? I keed. I keed.

Posted by: Nora at October 08, 2013 09:22 AM (RGgMp)

40 Excuse me, sir, but this is retarded.

Posted by: Rachel at October 08, 2013 09:23 AM (yFb77)

41 The main column could be the politics and outrage-of-the-hour posts, and the right column could be the niche and sports posts. Main column would get a dozen or more posts a day, while the right column would only get a couple a day and posts there would stay fresher longer.

Posted by: Flatbush Joe at October 08, 2013 09:23 AM (ZPrif)

42 Are longbow discussions considered political?

Posted by: Mama AJ at October 08, 2013 09:23 AM (SUKHu)

43 Gotcha, boss.

Posted by: Niedermeyer's Dead Horse at October 08, 2013 09:23 AM (DmNpO)

-- Sincerely, the Fascist MGMT

Posted by: Ace at 01:13 PM

Ace--??? You working for the Park Service now???

Posted by: rld77 at October 08, 2013 09:23 AM (gObCt)

45 So you noticed that as well. Posted by: alexthechick - Bring the SMOD at October 08, 2013 01:21 PM (VtjlW) Yeah, AtC. I suppose the title of the post is a clue, but it doesn't elicit much in the way of commenting.

Posted by: Mindy at October 08, 2013 09:23 AM (4Gdbl)

46 ...yeah, this is going to take a while to get working right. But it's a good idea.

Posted by: Brother Cavil at October 08, 2013 09:24 AM (naUcP)

47 There is no possible way the Horde will fuck this up.

Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 09:24 AM (da5Wo)

48 Wait. So is THIS a political or non-political thread?

Posted by: Niedermeyer's Dead Horse at October 08, 2013 09:24 AM (DmNpO)

49 I think it should be workable. I don't think people have some driving need to post on the current top thread; I think they just go to the top thread because that immediately becomes the active conversation thread. ******** I think that is how one whole brouh haha started. Cuz you moved a thread to be accommodating to another coblogger and then someone came and assumed you hadn't posted on blah blah and then wham, wham. Something like that.

Posted by: Shep Smith at October 08, 2013 09:24 AM (r2PLg)

50 Any bets on how long we can keep from making political comments??

Posted by: SAT Rose at October 08, 2013 09:24 AM (bQIAr)

51 Posted by: MLCross at October 08, 2013 01:17 PM (taib7)

Or....replace "First!," with "I'm grounded because my mommy caught me touching myself in church."

Who am I kidding. That won't stop anybody.

Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at October 08, 2013 09:24 AM (/kU/5)

52 There is no possible way the Horde will fuck this up. Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 01:24 PM (da5Wo) Don't you mean: " what could possibly go wrong"?

Posted by: Nevergiveup at October 08, 2013 09:24 AM (1RQeV)

53 >>I get the concept but think it kinda unworkable Ace. People always seem to gravitate to the newest Thread for better or worse. And also breaking news will always trump the rules. they can post in the thread designated as the active thread for off-topic conversation. They gravitate to the top thread now because they expect all of the commenters to go there. That's the habit and expectation. We're trying to change this. Sorry, look, but when CAC posts a very good post on astronomy, I want him to actually have the benefit of sparking a conversation on that subject, and not have his post (which may have taken hours to write) simply become Shutdown Thread #438. Writers write here to be read, to start conversations they want to have, and to, yeah, get complimented once in a while. That's what they get out of it. or that's what they EXPECT to get out of it. If they're not getting anything out of it, they'll stop writing, and the weekend will go back to being nothing but one Open Thread after another.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:25 AM (/IWYB)

54 Everything is political. Therefore every thread is political as well. Therefore every comment section of every thread will contains political stuff.

Posted by: Mr. Moo Moo at October 08, 2013 09:25 AM (HDgX3)

55 For the first time in my life, I'm proud of this blog.

Posted by: Michelle at October 08, 2013 09:25 AM (yFb77)

56 I don't know if it's possible but the ability to start a thread on each comment rather than just one long thread would be a good idea too.

Posted by: PJ at October 08, 2013 01:21 PM (ZWaLo)

hahaha! You're new here, aren't you?? I'm just happy that this place isn't still using hieroglyphics...just kidding Ace...I'll go back to lurking now.

Posted by: Passerby at October 08, 2013 09:25 AM (sOlwy)

I have no problem with...

Posted by: Shoey at October 08, 2013 09:25 AM (jdOk/)

58 47 There is no possible way the Horde will fuck this up. Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 01:24 PM (da5Wo) 48 Wait. So is THIS a political or non-political thread? Posted by: Niedermeyer's Dead Horse at October 08, 2013 01:24 PM (DmNpO) *********** I don't know about you guys--but I sense a vacuum.

Posted by: Shep Smith at October 08, 2013 09:25 AM (r2PLg)

59 42 Mama AJ @1:23,

The topic of archery is always political.

Posted by: Sven10077 at October 08, 2013 09:25 AM (9jfyN)

60 Perhaps a multi-column post layout to the site might help 'collate' discussions a bit better.

Posted by: Eisenhorn at October 08, 2013 09:25 AM (KvKOu)

61 Any bets on how long we can keep from making political comments?? Posted by: SAT Rose at October 08, 2013 01:24 PM (bQIAr) What are you a counter-revolutionary or something for questioning the supreme leader?

Posted by: Nevergiveup at October 08, 2013 09:25 AM (1RQeV)

62 Another idea is, perhaps, always have the current, active political thread linked on the top of the sidebar. Click here cause here is where people are talking about politics and shit.

Posted by: Flatbush Joe at October 08, 2013 09:25 AM (ZPrif)

63 And it is an excellent idea. My guess is that many people read the comments and keeping them relevant to the thread topic makes pursuing them much easier.

All kidding aside, there tends to be some very interesting, relevant thoughts and content by many posters. Between the fapping and peeing your name in the snowbank anecdotes. :-/

Posted by: Marcus at October 08, 2013 09:25 AM (GGCsk)

64 I think MGMT - Time to Pretend is apt.

"I'm feeling rough, I'm feeling raw, I'm in the prime of my life.
Let's make some music, make some money, find some models for wives.
I'll move to Paris, shoot some heroin, and fuck with the stars.
You man the island and the cocaine and the elegant cars."

Posted by: RoyalOil at October 08, 2013 09:25 AM (VjL9S)

65 Is it OT to talk about spankin the monkey? Its not for me...im asking for a friend

Posted by: fastfreefall at October 08, 2013 09:26 AM (qnIhA)

66 @---42 Are longbow discussions considered political? Depends on what you're hunting.

Posted by: rld77 at October 08, 2013 09:26 AM (gObCt)

67 Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 01:22 PM (/IWYB) I was just needling you, Ace. I, for one, am willing to try your proposed format. It might be refreshing to have politics-free threads. We'll see how trainable the Moron Horde is.

Posted by: Mindy at October 08, 2013 09:26 AM (4Gdbl)

68 Do you suppose we have any maple syrup left?

Posted by: Joe Biden at October 08, 2013 09:26 AM (yFb77)

69 CONE OFF AND BARRICADE ALL NON-POLITCAL THREADS

... but seriously, Ace, I think this is a good solution. It is frustrating when a niche thread gets hijacked. I'll do my part to keep things neat 'n' tidy around here

Posted by: Filly at October 08, 2013 09:26 AM (Sdl8i)

70 What about pointed sticks?

Posted by: blaster at October 08, 2013 09:26 AM (W6bkf)

Only you can prevent recreating here.

Oh, and me too, Bitches!

Posted by: Smokey the Fascist at October 08, 2013 09:26 AM (h0T3E)

72 You may take our lives, but you'll never take our politics!

Posted by: Confused Scotsman at October 08, 2013 09:26 AM (ggRof)

73 58 Shep Smith @ 1:25,

Cake Boy said "vacuum" der her derp...

Posted by: Anderson Cooper at October 08, 2013 09:26 AM (9jfyN)

74 What about breaking news? Shep Smith SOMEONE GET THAT MAN A GIANT iPAD!!!

Posted by: Circa (Insert Year Here) at October 08, 2013 09:26 AM (659DL)

75 sorry I'm going to have to pull rank on this: Someone who spends an hour or more writing a post has a greater priority than someone writing a ten second comment. Again, so long as all people NOT interested in Astronomy are directed to the thread below, then everyone knows where "the active thread" is, and there's no loss to anyone. The writer of the thread gets what he wants, the commenters who are not interested in the subject get what they want, and everyone wins. Just saying "I want to post where I want to post" and kicking up a fuss over being directed to post in the SECOND post rather than the first strikes me as... unreasonably self-interested.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:26 AM (/IWYB)

76 Okey-dokey, Ace. (Repressed by THE MAN, again!!!) Sincerely, The guy who's never posted a thing in his life- not a clue how to"...Moron X.

Posted by: tubal at October 08, 2013 09:27 AM (2NeaA)

77 Is there going to be a new "rule" about wearing pants, too?

Are we also going to pretend to be anti-stalking all of a sudden?

Is sobriety now a requirement for commenters/coblogger?

Jeez, I had more personal freedom back in that Mexican prison in the 80s.

Posted by: Phinn at October 08, 2013 09:27 AM (oFH2D)

78 When did "ask" become acceptable to use as a direct object? We already have a suitable word for that: "request." Over the last several years, politicians and reporters have been trotting out more and more nonsensical weasel words and stupid insta-clichÃ©s, like "chilling effect." This needs to stop before I have to cut a bitch.

Posted by: Pedantry J. Fuckwhistle at October 08, 2013 09:27 AM (xiY3k)

79 I don't know if it's possible but the ability to start a thread on each comment rather than just one long thread would be a good idea too. Posted by: PJ at October 08, 2013 01:21 PM (ZWaLo) ~ Oh hell no. Those types of comment threads are awful to try and follow.

Posted by: Mr. Feverhead at October 08, 2013 09:27 AM (SzAZ7)

80 71 Smokey the Fascist at October 08, 2013 01:26 PM (h0T3E)

As for me, and my house give me liberty or...ah fuck it my friend.

*bam*

Posted by: Theodore Roosevelt at October 08, 2013 09:27 AM (9jfyN)

81 They gravitate to the top thread now because they expect all of the commenters to go there. That's the habit and expectation. We're trying to change this. Sorry, look, but when CAC posts a very good post on astronomy, I want him to actually have the benefit of sparking a conversation on that subject, and not have his post (which may have taken hours to write) simply become Shutdown Thread #438. Writers write here to be read, to start conversations they want to have, and to, yeah, get complimented once in a while. That's what they get out of it. or that's what they EXPECT to get out of it. If they're not getting anything out of it, they'll stop writing, and the weekend will go back to being nothing but one Open Thread after another. ********** Yep--that's really empathetic on your part. Here is the problem--those specific knowledge threads will always be slow and long to get going--why? Well--everyone thinks they are an expert on politics--astronomy--not so much.

Posted by: tasker at October 08, 2013 09:27 AM (r2PLg)

82 Non-political thread? Never heard of it.

Posted by: Charlie Gibson at October 08, 2013 09:27 AM (RGgMp)

83 Good idea., but I so I'll miss some of the overlap, as when some of the more on topic discussion blends or bleeds into really good jokes. Hope it will be ok to talk, in the "attached but open" thread to talk about the topic it hat is less to do with politics. It is sad to see a good book or gun or space/astronomy thread be swallowed up, but it is fun to see it used to colt political chatter.

Posted by: Sarahw at October 08, 2013 09:28 AM (LYwCh)

84 Yeah, this site only needs the ability to maintain two "active" threads at once. 1) An active general thread 2) An active niche thread

Posted by: Flatbush Joe at October 08, 2013 09:28 AM (ZPrif)

85 I have never in my entire life felt a stronger impulse to blurt out something political. Bleh, contrarian. Much the way I want to go get a dozen new vaccines every time an idiot acquaintance says something stupid about western medicine. Anyway, seems like a decent way to solve the problem.

Posted by: Jenny Hates Her Phone at October 08, 2013 09:28 AM (GmTxn)

86 Fuck!

Posted by: ASK21 at October 08, 2013 09:28 AM (8lB0x)

87 So basically, we can't recreate where we please??

Well in that case, I hereby submit a request for cheerleader pics on all open threads.

Posted by: Brewer at October 08, 2013 09:28 AM (eV1I0)

88 So nobody has any complaints about the new policy. Right?

Posted by: Luca Brasi at October 08, 2013 09:28 AM (1RQeV)

89 ... unreasonably self-interested. Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 01:26 PM (/IWYB) So, the most basic of human conditions. I'm just poking at you. I see what you're trying to do and I think it's a good idea. Whether or not it works? We'll see.

Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 09:28 AM (da5Wo)

90 I'm going to go with sturm und drang for $1000 Alex.

Posted by: kreplach at October 08, 2013 09:28 AM (WPBmS)

91 so it's a dessert topping AND a floor wax?

Posted by: the Butcher at October 08, 2013 09:29 AM (8g9qq)

92 Blah thumb typing. I accidentally words.

Posted by: Sarahw at October 08, 2013 09:29 AM (LYwCh)

93 >>I think it should be workable. I don't think people have some driving need to post on the current top thread; I think they just go to the top thread because that immediately becomes the active conversation thread. I think this is true. I was having a conversation about this the other day with a Person Of Interest who may or may not have been wearing a kilt at the time and we both agreed that the format of the blog tends to make people bring conversations from one thread to the next as a new one is posted. Got to be frustrating to the person who takes the time to write a thread only to see people go completely off topic and start hashing out the outrage of the day just because of the blog format.

Posted by: JackStraw at October 08, 2013 09:29 AM (g1DWB)

94 Ace, could we maybe have a weekly music thread too? If that's ok? Something to take our minds off bad things.

Posted by: NCKate at October 08, 2013 09:29 AM (tlIcr)

Unfortunately everything is political.

Movie thread - liberal actors spouting lefty BS or script is a left love letter.

Gun thread - 2nd amendment . Can't get more political than that

Gaming thread - people who sit on their couches playing games are usually LIV and have never touched a girl except for the girl gamers who have touched girls . This brings me to the Flame threads.............

Posted by: polynikes at October 08, 2013 09:29 AM (m2CN7)

96 I still say that gif of the puppies careening around the corner is the perfect visual depiction of the Horde discovering there's a new thread.

True.

For those who didn't see it on the ONT a while back:

https://i.chzbgr.com/maxW500/7085863168/h57A66C5F/

Posted by: Waterhouse at October 08, 2013 09:29 AM (YVx8A)

97 Wait? We are going to be wearing pants now? Eff this. See you at Hot Air.

Posted by: blaster at October 08, 2013 09:30 AM (W6bkf)

98 >>>Here is the problem--those specific knowledge threads will always be slow and long to get going--why? Well--everyone thinks they are an expert on politics--astronomy--not so much. ... right well it's a niche interest. But a niche interest still has a niche. I'd like to protect that niche so it can get off the ground a little. An astronomy thread will never have a LOT of comments, but if the comments are on the subject of astronomy, there'll be some discussion, which is what people actually want. Not that it will turn into a 1000 comment thread on the Wonders of the Universe, but if it turns into a 150 comment thread on astronomy, mission achieved.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:30 AM (/IWYB)

99 SO

Posted by: Nevergiveup at October 08, 2013 09:30 AM (1RQeV)

100

can i share a new receipe on this thread?

Posted by: Mark x at October 08, 2013 09:30 AM (gwr6i)

101 75 sorry I'm going to have to pull rank on this: Someone who spends an hour or more writing a post has a greater priority than someone writing a ten second comment. Again, so long as all people NOT interested in Astronomy are directed to the thread below, then everyone knows where "the active thread" is, and there's no loss to anyone. The writer of the thread gets what he wants, the commenters who are not interested in the subject get what they want, and everyone wins. Just saying "I want to post where I want to post" and kicking up a fuss over being directed to post in the SECOND post rather than the first strikes me as... unreasonably self-interested. Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 01:26 PM (/IWYB) Right--but please be patient with the horde. It's pavlovian response--blogs for years have been that way. Teaching an old dog new tricks.

Posted by: tasker at October 08, 2013 09:30 AM (r2PLg)

102 Who dares tell Us where We can post, peasant?

Posted by: Barack Hussein Obama at October 08, 2013 09:30 AM (ggRof)

103 Honestly I believe the people around here are mostly of above average intelligence and have eclectic interests. Many of the comments are just to blow off some steam or express frustration. But as the old adage rightly indicates- you can't hide intelligence in stupid.

Posted by: Marcus at October 08, 2013 09:30 AM (GGCsk)

104 the policy. whether it's workable, etc. I think it should be workable. I don't think people have some driving need to post on the current top thread; I think they just go to the top thread because that immediately becomes the active conversation thread. If there is a clearly designated active conversation thread besides the top thread, they can go there and still get what they want (i.e., to have their comments seen). Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 01:22 PM (/IWYB) I'm not (just) ass kissing, but I think this is an excellent idea and a nice way to attempt to balance the LOOK SQUIRREL IT'S SHINY SHINY SQUIRREL nature of the Horde with allowing air to be given to non-political stuff. Especially now with tensions so high, it's nice to have a place to go and talk about something non-political with some of the funniest people on the Interwebs. As you noted, it's about rehabituating that it's not necessarily the newest post where you should scurry. Also, this will hopefully cut down on the how dare you post something not political don't you know the country is ending bullshit.

Posted by: alexthechick - Bring the SMOD at October 08, 2013 09:30 AM (VtjlW)

105 Yeah, this site only needs the ability to maintain two "active" threads at once. 1) An active general thread 2) An active niche thread *** A format whereby two columns hold the most recent threads would be ideal.

Posted by: Niedermeyer's Dead Horse at October 08, 2013 09:30 AM (DmNpO)

106 ..., may sometimes want to take advantage of a thread dedicated to their niche interest, just to talk about the actual niche subject itself

**

I can haz niche Tai-Midget, tranny-hookers??

Posted by: dananjcon at October 08, 2013 09:30 AM (wmU4G)

107 >>>Ace, could we maybe have a weekly music thread too? If that's ok? Something to take our minds off bad things. i will post something asking for volunteers at some point. If you want to volunteer, let me know.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:31 AM (/IWYB)

108

"First they came for the First! posters, and I did not speak out...."

Posted by: Laurie David's Cervix at October 08, 2013 09:31 AM (kdS6q)

109 So, those Democrats, they f***ing suck, am i rite? *high five*

Posted by: HoboJerky, now with 56% more DOOM! at October 08, 2013 09:31 AM (09o/X)

110 And who keeps stealing Our royal spaces?

Posted by: Barack Hussein Obama at October 08, 2013 09:31 AM (ggRof)

111 My fascist overlord is generous. Thanks ace, much appreciated from this commenter who loves the weekend threads.

Posted by: DangerGirl at October 08, 2013 09:31 AM (jlm/B)

112 right well it's a niche interest. But a niche interest still has a niche. I'd like to protect that niche so it can get off the ground a little. An astronomy thread will never have a LOT of comments, but if the comments are on the subject of astronomy, there'll be some discussion, which is what people actually want. Not that it will turn into a 1000 comment thread on the Wonders of the Universe, but if it turns into a 150 comment thread on astronomy, mission achieved. Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 01:30 PM (/IWYB) ************ If you could be anonymous and ask totally stupid questions--then I would be there with bells on... but that would never work--so I just lurk.

Posted by: tasker at October 08, 2013 09:31 AM (r2PLg)

113
So the cob-loggers are gonna be required to self-stomp their own threads.

Cool.

Posted by: IllTemperedCur at October 08, 2013 09:31 AM (TIIx5)

114 I think this can work. I just think it would work better if, when you load a page, without having to scroll down at all, you can immediately see: 1) Click here for the current general/political thread 2) Click here for the current niche thread. the sidebar could be used. The first headline could, perhaps, always point to the current political thread. Or perhaps a link right under the Amazon Ace store link.

Posted by: Flatbush Joe at October 08, 2013 09:31 AM (ZPrif)

115 The Political Open Threads are now the AoSHQ ghettos.

It's what they did to the Jews. Like making them wear 37 pieces of flair.

Posted by: Phinn at October 08, 2013 09:32 AM (oFH2D)

116 Right--but please be patient with the horde. It's pavlovian response--blogs for years have been that way. Teaching an old dog new tricks. Posted by: tasker at October 08, 2013 01:30 PM (r2PLg) Also, don't jump on posters who may have missed this announcement. ace, maybe you should point this 'change' out at the beginning of every non-open thread for a while?

Posted by: [/i][/b][/u][/s] Tami at October 08, 2013 09:32 AM (bCEmE)

117 Speaking of cooking, I have a graham-cracker crust I need to use and no good ideas.

Posted by: HeatherRadish™ needs a beer at October 08, 2013 09:32 AM (/kI1Q)

118 95 polynikes at October 08, 2013 01:29 PM (m2CN7)

There are also gaming threads where the content itself is a political point.

Any discussion of Rockstar games can devolve to politics quickly.

That said I'll do my best to honor the perfectly reasonable wishes of Logray's neighbor.

Posted by: sven10077 at October 08, 2013 09:32 AM (9jfyN)

119 Little Green Aceballs

Posted by: stink at October 08, 2013 09:32 AM (44FYA)

120 Let's . . . DO IT! YAAAAARGH!

Posted by: Brother Bluto at October 08, 2013 09:32 AM (BAS5M)

121 Would a cathartic scream of pain and frustration when obama comes on TV Live be construed as violating the just stated new policy?

Posted by: Nevergiveup at October 08, 2013 09:32 AM (1RQeV)

122 >An astronomy thread will never have a LOT of comments, but if the comments are on the subject of astronomy, there'll be some discussion, which is what people actually want. <

Comments on a thread such as astronomy are a misleading indicative. I don't think many people will comment on that particular subject. But is is a damn good read.

Posted by: Marcus at October 08, 2013 09:32 AM (GGCsk)

123 118 Speaking of cooking, I have a graham-cracker crust I need to use and no good ideas. Posted by: HeatherRadishÂ™ needs a beer at October 08, 2013 01:32 PM (/kI1Q) There are very few bad ideas with a graham cracker crust.

Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 09:33 AM (da5Wo)

124

I am with BCochran1981 on this; there is absolutely no way the horde could possibly screw this up.

Posted by: DaveinNC at October 08, 2013 09:33 AM (boNGU)

125 This seems orderly and reasonable. Mannerly, even. Thanks, I hope this makes threads more fun.

Posted by: Inspector Asshole at October 08, 2013 09:33 AM (P0/2W)

126

@120

LOL !

Posted by: Mark x at October 08, 2013 09:33 AM (gwr6i)

127

How about marking Non Political Threads as N/P....

Just like you often do for Open Threads (O/T)

Posted by: Romeo13 at October 08, 2013 09:33 AM (lZBBB)

128 >>>ce, maybe you should point this 'change' out at the beginning of every non-open thread for a while? yes in the post I ask everyone who wants to take advantage of the rule to note the rule at the end of the post. Better yet, the beginning, because let's face it, people don't read posts they're not interested in till the end.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:33 AM (/IWYB)

129 I can't read cursive.

Posted by: Bronco Bama at October 08, 2013 09:33 AM (1I4sj)

130 So, kiddos, how's tricks?

Posted by: Krebs v Carnot: Epic Battle of the Cycling Stars [/i] [/b] [/s] at October 08, 2013 09:33 AM (5kRy2)

131 114 IllTemperedCur at October 08, 2013 01:31 PM (TIIx5)

That's funny ITC b/c my estimation is that for the most part political threads will be the stompage.....

we'll see how it shakes out.

Posted by: sven10077 at October 08, 2013 09:33 AM (9jfyN)

132

Not trying to be a Hollowpoint contrarian, but me likey the way its set up now. That's what makes the comment section so good. The non political posts can handle OT . It has been for the life of this blog.

Posted by: polynikes at October 08, 2013 09:33 AM (m2CN7)

133 still interests them as people.

Posted by: what about us kitteh's? at October 08, 2013 09:33 AM (IXrOn)

134 Also, don't jump on posters who may have missed this announcement. ace, maybe you should point this 'change' out at the beginning of every non-open thread for a while? Posted by: Tami at October 08, 2013 01:32 PM (bCEmE) It's a lot more fun to jump on people. But that's just me

Posted by: Nevergiveup at October 08, 2013 09:34 AM (1RQeV)

135 Do I still get to note that Barack Obama is a stuttering clusterf*ck of a malignant traitor? I mean- that's *never* off topic IMO.

Posted by: AllenG (Dedicated Tenther) MFM Delenda Est at October 08, 2013 09:34 AM (/PCJa)

136 LOL

Well, it's an interesting idea, Ace. I just don't think it'll work for more than about 20 minutes.

Posted by: Hilldawg's Cooter at October 08, 2013 09:34 AM (Y/HG5)

137 I am with BCochran1981 on this; there is absolutely no way the horde could possibly screw this up. Posted by: DaveinNC at October 08, 2013 01:33 PM (boNGU) Nope. Not at all! NOTHING CAN STOP US NOW!

Posted by: jwb7605 [i](L.I.B.)[/i][/u][/b] at October 08, 2013 09:34 AM (Qxe/p)

138

>>Depends on what you're hunting.

We're just recreating, man.

Posted by: Retired Longbowers on a Bus Tour at October 08, 2013 09:34 AM (SUKHu)

139 Funny story! Not political. I took my kids to get vaccinations today, and when the nurse came in with the shots, my eight year old son said he was NOT going to cry because he had "the heart of a warrior!" The nurse cracked up! True to his word, no tears!

Posted by: Jmel at October 08, 2013 09:34 AM (cfFqn)

140 Will there be a boobeh exemption?

Just kidding, it has always seemed a bit rude and churlish to intrude on the gaming, CAC, book, gun, etc. threads with off topic stuff.

Posted by: Peaches at October 08, 2013 09:34 AM (8lmkt)

141 118 Speaking of cooking, I have a graham-cracker crust I need to use and no good ideas.

Posted by: HeatherRadishÂ™ needs a beer at October 08, 2013 01:32 PM (/kI1Q)

******

I perfer Oreo crusts

Posted by: Mark x at October 08, 2013 09:34 AM (gwr6i)

142 AOSHQ Posting Agreement I(state your name), do hereby affirm and pledge that I will post comment in strict accordance with all rules, conventions, caveats and penumbras associated with the AOSHQ MuNuvia Websites Inc. I further affirm my strict adherence to all drinking and posting rules limiting all debauched behavior and boobeh pic linking. Yada, yada yada, (state your name)

Posted by: Dept. Of Acuracy at October 08, 2013 09:34 AM (MhA4j)

143 "18 Oregon, looks like Bracken is going to put his books on kindle for free, one a week for the next 4 weeks starting Sunday ( sunday, sunday). EFAD first." Awesome! I own signed copies of each, but would love to have them on my kindle too. Great news! Thanks

Posted by: TexBob at October 08, 2013 09:34 AM (3xGz3)

144 Can we discuss OT stuff in political threads?

Posted by: Serious Cat at October 08, 2013 09:34 AM (UypUQ)

145 Also: you now want the morons to have two active windows (or tabs) open on the site at once? I see no way this can go wrong *at all*.

Posted by: AllenG (Dedicated Tenther) MFM Delenda Est at October 08, 2013 09:34 AM (/PCJa)

146 Some good threads dead-end only because a new thread has been started. People with comments on the older topic either don't post them or they post them in a new thread.

Here's my suggestion - Instead of a linear page with a single "top" thread, put up a panel of threads (something like the hotair.com format) to encourage people to continue commenting on earlier topics and keep the comments focused on those topics.

Posted by: fawkes at October 08, 2013 09:35 AM (Djwm9)

147 I always thought the "wait until at least comment 100 before going off-topic" was a good self-enforced rule.

By about 100, unless it's a fast-moving news day--and if everyone stays on-topic--then most who are interested have had their say.
If it's a good topic and has sparked a lot of interest, most people stay on-topic.

But, I can see the "why" of this. Give those who can't check in every hour a chance to post a comment on something they're interested in and--the whole point of commenting--get feedback.

I know I've run into that: Come back after a few hours and see several posts, want to make a comment but the most recent is off-topic. So, I've just not commented (unless it's already gone off-topic).

Posted by: RoyalOil at October 08, 2013 09:35 AM (VjL9S)

148

Just wondering -- what is the topic of this thread?

If you're unsure, assume it's spatchcocking.

Posted by: Lurking Canuck at October 08, 2013 09:35 AM (BrQrN)

149 What about comments about how the thread's topic is totally frivolous and uninteresting to the commenter? Are they still allowed? Technically, it's on topic, amirite?

Posted by: Empire of Jeff at October 08, 2013 09:35 AM (xiY3k)

150 @118 Make a spinach quiche. Nobody says no to quiche.

Posted by: kreplach at October 08, 2013 09:35 AM (AxE3L)

151 Someone who spends an hour or more writing a post has a greater priority than someone writing a ten second comment. What about a Dave in Texas post that took, say, nine seconds to write?

Posted by: Circa (Insert Year Here) at October 08, 2013 09:35 AM (659DL)

152 This is all because of the government shutdown, isn't it? (Does that count as a political comment, or is it just garden-variety snark?)

Posted by: David, infamous sockpuppet[/i][/u][/b][/s] at October 08, 2013 09:35 AM (w6ylO)

153 Speaking of Rockstar, can we have a thread about Nanny? Tell me Nanny loves me more than Freddy!

Posted by: Kensington at October 08, 2013 09:36 AM (/AHDz)

154 Here's my suggestion - Instead of a linear page with a single "top" thread, put up a panel of threads (something like the hotair.com format) to encourage people to continue commenting on earlier topics and keep the comments focused on those topics. *** that's been my suggestion as well.

Posted by: Niedermeyer's Dead Horse at October 08, 2013 09:36 AM (DmNpO)

155 sorry I'm going to have to pull rank on this: Someone who spends an hour or more writing a post has a greater priority than someone writing a ten second comment. I'll have you know I always mostly spend at least an hour researching and writing my comments. How about always posting two new links? One for the non-political post and one for a "new" political thread. Or maybe choose a keyword from the active political post and make that the "new" political thread?

Posted by: Daybrother at October 08, 2013 09:36 AM (UQ3Cy)

156 Meh, comments around here are always cluttered and hard to follow as it is. Maybe this will help, but the reality is that the commenting is a function of the blogging style. Typically a post every few hours are going to make for very large threads. And I ain't no Brietbart either. God love that man, but I can only plow through so many endless comment sections before my brain goes numb. Maybe I'm the pathetic exception.

Posted by: NotCoach at October 08, 2013 09:36 AM (rsudF)

157 150 What about comments about how the thread's topic is totally frivolous and uninteresting to the commenter? Are they still allowed? Technically, it's on topic, amirite? Posted by: Empire of Jeff at October 08, 2013 01:35 PM (xiY3k) Bout fucking time you showed up. Oh, and AtC invented a new insult while you've been off frolicking. "Spatchcock licking weaseldick"

Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 09:36 AM (da5Wo)

158 Love the idea. I'll just have both threads open and alternate them (well, unless the "subject" thread is sports, which I usually skip). Hope it works out.

Posted by: Empire1 at October 08, 2013 09:36 AM (OF3cf)

159 98 blaster at October 08, 2013 01:30 PM (W6bkf)

Wait? We are going to be wearing pants now?

Eff this. See you at Hot Air.

The pants I can handle, Poppin Fresh wanting us in Tailed Tuxes on the other hand...

Posted by: sven10077 at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (9jfyN)

160 Posted by: Empire of Jeff at October 08, 2013 01:35 PM (xiY3k) EoJ, where you been?

Posted by: AllenG (Dedicated Tenther) MFM Delenda Est at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (/PCJa)

161 >>What about a Dave in Texas post that took, say, nine seconds to write? You don't know DiT very well, do you? They might take a normal person 9 seconds to write, they take Dave an hour.

Posted by: JackStraw at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (g1DWB)

162 Instead of a linear page with a single "top" thread, put up a panel of threads

That'll take #twoweeks.

Posted by: Waterhouse at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (YVx8A)

163 >>>Can we discuss OT stuff in political threads? generally yeah, as the political discussion is always sort of fluidly about the same ten hot topics of the week. if someone has a very niche or focused post on a specific thing (say, an argument in favor of the gold standard, or whatever) he can employ the rule too. but absent such an advisory, political threads are same as ever.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (/IWYB)

164
Ace, these are good and reasonable rules to put in place.

Don't feel bad if you have to ban some people who disregard them, either.

Pulling out the ban-hammer from time to time doesn't make you Charles Johnson. It actually improves the comments section.

Posted by: The Silent Majority of AoSHQ Morons at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (D0bIN)

165 118 Speaking of cooking, I have a graham-cracker crust I need to use and no good ideas. Posted by: HeatherRadishÂ™ needs a beer at October 08, 2013 01:32 PM (/kI1Q) Layer in - Vanilla ice cream Peanut butter mixed with light corn syrup Fruit preserves (strawberry is good) Vanilla ice cream Freeze for an hour or more Voila! Peanut butter and jelly (sic) pie!

Posted by: Krebs v Carnot: Epic Battle of the Cycling Stars [/i] [/b] [/s] at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (fRHUc)

166

Here's my suggestion:

Posted by: Mark x at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (gwr6i)

167 Great idea. I really wish everyone would take the absence of politics posts for a mental break, but some are just junkies, I know. Brain Break: See other thread. Breaking News: See other thread.

Posted by: artisanal 'ette at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (IXrOn)

168 Ace, my musical interests aren't that broad. I was thinking a more knowledgeable moron could be found. I will be commenting though. Thanks.

Posted by: NCKate at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (tlIcr)

169 There really needs be a committee that will sit in judgment of the worthiness of a comment in order to maintain the purity of the post. This committee should take an oath of loyalty to the HQ so everyone knows that their decisions are fair and just.

Posted by: Gristle Encased Head at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (+lsX1)

170 A format whereby two columns hold the most recent threads would be ideal. This is Pixy we're talking about here. We're lucky the one column works. And frankly it's making kind of a grinding noise and...look, just forget I said anything.

Posted by: Brother Cavil at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (naUcP)

171 Can we rename the site Ace Of Spades Redskins??

Posted by: rld77 at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (gObCt)

172 *raises hand* I have a question. Where do we leave willow? Speaking of cooking, I have a graham-cracker crust I need to use and no good ideas. Posted by: HeatherRadishÂ™ needs a beer at October 08, 2013 01:32 PM (/kI1Q) Can of cherry pie mix and can of Reddi-Wip. Dump pie mix in graham cracker crust. Take bite of pie.
Squirt Reddi-Wip directly into mouth. Repeat until pie is gone. Serves: 1

Posted by: alexthechick - Bring the SMOD at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (VtjlW)

173 I've seen ObamaCare portals attempted with less potential for confusion.

Posted by: Kensington at October 08, 2013 09:37 AM (/AHDz)

174 Here's my suggestion - Instead of a linear page with a single "top" thread, put up a panel of threads (something like the hotair.com format) to encourage people to continue commenting on earlier topics and keep the comments focused on those topics.

***

that's been my suggestion as well.

Granted, the HQ is cutting edge programming and all, but do we really think Pixy is up to that kind of 21st Century whiz-bangery?

Posted by: Peaches at October 08, 2013 09:38 AM (8lmkt)

175 Whoops! I misread what you wrote. You were actually suggesting what I suggested. Never mind.

Posted by: Daybrother as Emily Litella at October 08, 2013 09:38 AM (UQ3Cy)

176 Not a bad idea. Hope it works.

Posted by: Joethefatman™ (@joethefatman1) at October 08, 2013 09:38 AM (MnSla)

177 Posted by: fawkes at October 08, 2013 01:35 PM (Djwm9) Minx. 0.7. Alpha. Any more questions?

Posted by: AllenG (Dedicated Tenther) MFM Delenda Est at October 08, 2013 09:38 AM (/PCJa)

178 So the co-blows and guest-blows were complaining? Seriously, spatchcocking has nothing to do with our cocks? What's next? White is black? Up is down?

Posted by: Jesse at October 08, 2013 09:38 AM (A/ga/)

179 142 118 Speaking of cooking, I have a graham-cracker crust I need to use and no good ideas. Posted by: HeatherRadishÂ™ needs a beer at October 08, 2013 01:32 PM (/kI1Q) ****** I perfer Oreo crusts Posted by: Mark x at October 08, 2013 01:34 PM (gwr6i) Pastry crusts, you Godless Philistine communist puppy-killers.

Posted by: Circa (Insert Year Here) at October 08, 2013 09:38 AM (659DL)

180 69 CONE OFF AND BARRICADE ALL NON-POLITCAL THREADS

Can I say that's funny? Cuz it is.

Posted by: Dr Spank at October 08, 2013 09:38 AM (qRasw)

181 How about always posting two new links? One for the non-political post and one for a "new" political thread. Or maybe choose a keyword from the active political post and make that the "new" political thread? *** I believe that was the point of this post.

Posted by: Niedermeyer's Dead Horse at October 08, 2013 09:38 AM (DmNpO)

182 This seems like a safe place to talk about my dream diary.

*opens My Little Pony Diary and starts thumbing through the pages looking for "a really interesting one"*

Posted by: Dang at October 08, 2013 09:38 AM (Hx2XA)

183

I was about to post a political comment but got a GIF of Newman laughing and stating "Ah Ah Ahhhhh! Ah Ah Ahhhh!" The GIF had him wagging his finger at me.

Weird.

Posted by: Foghorn Leghorn at October 08, 2013 09:39 AM (EGPJQ)

184 Sometimes I long for the good old days when I assumed Pixy was a hot nerdy tech chick.

Posted by: Kensington at October 08, 2013 09:39 AM (/AHDz)

185 >>What about a Dave in Texas post that took, say, nine seconds to write? dave searches a while for a picture which is JUST cheesecake enough but not TOO cheesecake. he's entitled to have his pictures mocked for his poor taste in elbowry

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:39 AM (/IWYB)

186 So no mas OT after 100 posts?

Posted by: rickb223 at October 08, 2013 09:39 AM (h1D+w)

187 I have no complaint about staying off of a topic that doesn't interest me.

The blog management is aware, I'm sure, that the troll army is getting the band back together again, with the intention of entertaining the moron hordes.

Not to include me in the band, I have no talent, just saying there has been talk late at night on otherwise dead threads.

Posted by: Momma said there would be days like this at October 08, 2013 09:39 AM (urC2K)

188 ATTICA! ATTICA!

Posted by: Jones in CO at October 08, 2013 09:39 AM (8sCoq)

189

Now you can see the oppression inherent in the system!

Posted by: Beagle at October 08, 2013 09:39 AM (sOtz/)

190 Thanks Ace, Sometimes it can get very confusing and frustrating trying to follow the comments with many subjects getting discussed. Oh and ROFL at the hordes comments on the NPS the humor is one of the reasons I come here and follow Ace on Twitter.i have stage 4 breast cancer and this place helps me get thru the day. The ONT is fabulous by the way.

Posted by: Fourth Horseman of the Apocalypse (ROFL) at October 08, 2013 09:39 AM (KuZ6A)

191 I've noticed some of the home improvement/tools/tech stuff has stayed semi-alive for a whole day

Promoting the Recent Entries sidebar a bit, which is easy to ignore, might help.

Posted by: Purp[/i][/b][/u][/s] at October 08, 2013 09:40 AM (9MLX+)

192 A thread on alcohol would be appropriate. Right after the political thread.

Start with barrel proof Kentucky Bourbons and we will go from there.

Posted by: Marcus at October 08, 2013 09:40 AM (GGCsk)

193 It might work better to bump the political thread below the non-political new post, so the non-political post is second. There is somthing irresistable about the top thread.

Posted by: Vashta Nerada at October 08, 2013 09:40 AM (U292F)

194 Right now Obama is literally RAPING the Constitution. Literally! and you're posting off-topic nonsense? I THOUGHT YOU CARED!!

Posted by: SO ANGRY TRUE CON at October 08, 2013 09:40 AM (e3uLZ)

195 Cool beans.

Posted by: eman at October 08, 2013 09:40 AM (EvleW)

196

Makes sense to me, ace. Hopefully it'll work without too much confusion or misdirection.

Posted by: MWR, Proud Tea(rrorist) Party Assault Hobbit Chelsea [/i][/s][/u][/b] at October 08, 2013 09:40 AM (4df7R)

197

Just so we're clear though ace. In the "niche threads" we still have fairly broad latitude on the particular discussion of that niche right?

So if I want to ask questions about telescopes in the astronomy thread or ask general advice in the cooking thread, or discuss a games I'm trying to catch up in in the gaming thread..etc. etc. etc. That's still all good right?

Otherwise I think if we can skip the "New thread, everyone abandon the old one!" thing we'll be good. (Although I support newer software.)

Posted by: tsrblke, PhD(c) (No really.) at October 08, 2013 09:41 AM (GaqMa)

198 187 Sometimes I long for the good old days when I assumed Pixy was a hot nerdy tech chick. Posted by: Kensington at October 08, 2013 01:39 PM (/AHDz) She's NOT? WHAT? Who the hell have I been chatting with? Has this place no security or standards?

Posted by: jwb7605 [i](L.I.B.)[/i][/u][/b] at October 08, 2013 09:41 AM (Qxe/p)

199

182.. Pastry crusts, you Godless Philistine communist puppy-killers.

Pastry on bottom, crumb topping. With nice honeycrisp apples in between. Just saying.

Posted by: Foghorn Leghorn at October 08, 2013 09:41 AM (EGPJQ)

200 Thanks for the recreatus - interruptus, Mr. Of Spades.

Posted by: 1bulwetweft at October 08, 2013 09:41 AM (d2CZd)

201 >>>Promoting the Recent Entries sidebar a bit, which is easy to ignore, might help. yeah that's an idea. Maybe on weekends we can advise people to put sticky links (set to remain at the top of the sidebar) advising people of a specialty-interest thread.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:41 AM (/IWYB)

202 Is this where I sign up for free health care?

Posted by: CollegeStudent at October 08, 2013 09:41 AM (cR5Y1)

203 There really needs be a committee that will sit in judgment of the worthiness of a comment in order to maintain the purity of the post. This committee should take an oath of loyalty to the HQ so everyone knows that their decisions are fair and just. Posted by: Gristle Encased Head at October 08, 2013 01:37 PM (+lsX1) Or ace could appoint me. I can assure you that I will exercise my power with taste and discretion.

Posted by: alexthechick - Bring the SMOD at October 08, 2013 09:41 AM (VtjlW)

204 Can we get weekly politically oriented tentacle pr0n posts between 10-11 pm eastern on Thursday nights? I'm asking for a friend.

Posted by: Mr. Feverhead at October 08, 2013 09:41 AM (SzAZ7)

205 but absent such an advisory, political threads are same as ever. Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 01:37 PM (/IWYB) woohoo! free for all's

Posted by: artisanal 'ette at October 08, 2013 09:41 AM (IXrOn)

206 >>>Just so we're clear though ace. In the "niche threads" we still have fairly broadlatitudeon the particular discussion of that niche right? yup. Just be in the right church, doesn't have to be the right pew.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:41 AM (/IWYB)

207 So no mas OT after 100 posts? More a question of categories. If we could link between threads it would be easier...but like I said, Pixy's the 800 ton ~~mahou shoujo~~ virtual gorilla here...

Posted by: Brother Cavil at October 08, 2013 09:41 AM (naUcP)

208 >>yes in the post I ask everyone who wants to take advantage of the rule to note the rule at the end of the post.
=====
So, if they don't "invoke the rule" (boom, lawyer talk!), then it's a free-for-all?

Posted by: RoyalOil at October 08, 2013 09:42 AM (VjL9S)

209
Do note though, on this Sunday it looks like there was only the morning open thread, one political thread during the day and then the overnight. Everything else was the usual Sunday backpages.

That would not appear to be enough space for a whole day's political comments, even on a typically slower Sunday.

Posted by: Laurie David's Cervix at October 08, 2013 09:42 AM (kdS6q)

210 Who's up for helping me knock soul off sod blocks as part of our yard improvement project ? Sod blocks have souls? Theological implications => Mind. Blown.

Posted by: AllenG (Dedicated Tenther) MFM Delenda Est at October 08, 2013 09:42 AM (/PCJa)

211 Do we have to wear pants? Or is that only when someone important is stopping by? Oh, & The Middle Class. And cheesecake.

Posted by: rickb223 at October 08, 2013 09:42 AM (h1D+w)

212 Two column formats are mobile screen real estate hostile

Posted by: Purp[/i][/b][/u][/s] at October 08, 2013 09:42 AM (9MLX+)

213 I believe that was the point of this post. Posted by: Niedermeyer's Dead Horse Jeebus. I know. I already apologized. I picked the wrong day to quit astroflash.

Posted by: Daybrother at October 08, 2013 09:42 AM (UQ3Cy)

214 I can assure you that I will exercise my power with taste and discretion. Posted by: alexthechick - Bring the SMOD at October 08, 2013 01:41 PM (VtjlW)

Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 09:42 AM (da5Wo)

215 I can assure you that I will exercise my power with taste and discretion. But we love you as you are!

Posted by: Brother Cavil at October 08, 2013 09:42 AM (naUcP)

216 It might work better to bump the political thread below the non-political new post, so the non-political post is second. There is somthing irresistable about the top thread.

Posted by: Vashta Nerada at October 08, 2013 01:40 PM (U292F)

That was my first thought, too. Might work better because, well, the free-range morons are going to default into the top thread. Those interested in a specific topic will take the trouble to find it.

Posted by: Peaches at October 08, 2013 09:42 AM (8lmkt)

217 How about instead of calling it the off topic thread you call it something like the sweater puppy thread? You know, put some meat into the title so to speak. It will very quickly devolve into whatever.

Posted by: Bosk at October 08, 2013 09:42 AM (n2K+4)

218 They may take our political posts, but they'll never take our SPATCHCOCK!!!

Posted by: DangerGirl at October 08, 2013 09:42 AM (4cA6A)

219 Admit it Ace, the Park Service shut you down, didn't they?

Posted by: Thatch at October 08, 2013 09:42 AM (qYvEa)

220 Maybe I'm the pathetic exception. Posted by: NotCoach at October 08, 2013 01:36 PM (rsudF) You're just a forty-nine percenter RINO lacky, NotCoach. Don't feel bad.

Posted by: Circa (Insert Year Here) at October 08, 2013 09:42 AM (659DL)

221 The Stampeding Herd will Not. Know. What. To. Do.

Heads will assplode.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 09:42 AM (KXm42)

222 203 187 Sometimes I long for the good old days when I assumed Pixy was a hot nerdy tech chick.
Posted by: Kensington at October 08, 2013 01:39 PM (/AHDz)

She's NOT?
WHAT?
Who the hell have I been chatting with?
Has this place no security or standards?

Posted by: jwb7605 (L.I.B.) at October 08, 2013 01:41 PM (Qxe/p)

-----

Me. Heh heh heh.

Posted by: Chris Christy with no short on and a very hairy back at October 08, 2013 09:43 AM (EGPJQ)

223 How about just deleting some of the links to blogs that no longer exist or have not been updated since 2007. That may free up some space.

Posted by: Marcus at October 08, 2013 09:43 AM (GGCsk)

224 I have to admit...I look forward to and enjoy the Sunday gaming thread. Takes my mind of the Giants and my poor pick performance.

Posted by: dananjcon at October 08, 2013 09:43 AM (wmU4G)

225 Jeebus. I know. I already apologized. I picked the wrong day to quit astroflash. *** Hee.

Posted by: Niedermeyer's Dead Horse at October 08, 2013 09:43 AM (DmNpO)

226 How come the astronomy posts never foretell this Taurus how my week is going to turn out?

Posted by: losthusker at October 08, 2013 09:43 AM (bcWmn)

227 I think this would be less confusing if, in the future, the page scrolled horizontally. Also, maybe we could pre-submit comments in .pdf format to the @AoSHQCommentCommittee twitter handle.

Posted by: Gristle Encased Head at October 08, 2013 09:43 AM (+lsX1)

228 Damn you Ranger Ace!

Posted by: Countrysquire at October 08, 2013 09:43 AM (LSJmV)

229 JCorb ‏@JDCorbin50 16m

Fat chick dancing on table. I said, Nice legs.She giggled & said Do u really think so. I said sure! Most tables would have collapsed by now

Posted by: Jones in CO at October 08, 2013 09:43 AM (8sCoq)

230 If I point out that the "arrested for drinking Arizona Iced-T" video in the sidebar is fake, is that political or not?

Posted by: somebody else, not me at October 08, 2013 09:43 AM (29vnO)

231 So really--the porn will be contained?

Posted by: tasker at October 08, 2013 09:43 AM (r2PLg)

232 OT: Nah, just kidding.

Posted by: AmishDude at October 08, 2013 09:43 AM (T0NGe)

233 Ace, I can see that you're having the same trouble the GOP has with a small group of Tea Partiers terrorists taking you over. I'm glad to see you finally enforce a sane and sensible commenting law. May I suggest, for your gun threads, that you allow only sane and sensible posts about 'How Gun Free Zones Saved My Precious Lambs From Slaughter' or 'A Random Assault Rifle Went Off And Killed My Puppy And Now I'm Sad'?

Posted by: Bronco Bama at October 08, 2013 09:44 AM (1I4sj)

234 143 AOSHQ Posting Agreement

I(state your name), do hereby affirm and pledge that I will post comment in strict accordance with all rules, conventions, caveats and penumbras associated with the AOSHQ MuNuvia Websites Inc.

I further affirm my strict adherence to all drinking and posting rules limiting all debauched behavior and boobeh pic linking.

Yada, yada yada,
(state your name)
============
Yer not gonna get me.

I saw "The Outlaw Josey Wales."

I know how these "take an oath" thingys end.

Posted by: RoyalOil at October 08, 2013 09:44 AM (VjL9S)

235 Who the hell have I been chatting with? Busted...

Posted by: Seamus Muldoon's toaster at October 08, 2013 09:44 AM (naUcP)

236 118 Speaking of cooking, I have a graham-cracker crust I need to use and no good ideas. My wife makes a killer strawberry pie. Max cream cheese with some powdered sugar and cover crust. Then add sliced fresh strawberries, followed by some strawberry pie gel and more strawberries. Put in fridge for a while till serving time. Top with whipped cream. Enjoy.

Posted by: TexBob at October 08, 2013 09:44 AM (3xGz3)

237 EoJ, where you been? ------------ Drinkin'

Posted by: Empire of Jeff at October 08, 2013 09:44 AM (xiY3k)

238 on Thursday nights?

You only clop once a week?

Posted by: SpongeBobSaget[/i] at October 08, 2013 09:44 AM (epxV4)

239 Generally, though, we'll still be allowed to be our asinine selves?

Posted by: garrett at October 08, 2013 09:44 AM (bz4r7)

240 Do note though, on this Sunday it looks like there was only the morning open thread, one political thread during the day and then the overnight. Everything else was the usual Sunday backpages. That would not appear to be enough space for a whole day's political comments, even on a typically slower Sunday. *** the new policy will take care of that.

Posted by: Niedermeyer's Dead Horse at October 08, 2013 09:44 AM (DmNpO)

241 Bring back the new comment thingy!

Posted by: Jesse at October 08, 2013 09:44 AM (A/ga/)

242 Max= Mix, dang ipad

Posted by: TexBob at October 08, 2013 09:44 AM (3xGz3)

243 This is all someone else's fault. I'm nearly sure of it I think.

Posted by: Daybrother at October 08, 2013 09:44 AM (UQ3Cy)

244 yup. Just be in the right church, doesn't have to be the right pew. RAFTER-HANGING IS RIGHT OUT. EOJ.

Posted by: Circa (Insert Year Here) at October 08, 2013 09:44 AM (659DL)

245 I've noticed that when DiT posts a somber military related thread, there are few comments. I believe that this is because people respect the content, and avoid going off topic. Yet many people don't have a lot to say about the topic, so the thread is sparsely commented on.

This is not a criticism, just an observation. I love those posts, but I rarely comment on them. Since I don't want to spoil the thread, I wander off until a new thread appears.

So maybe having an open thread below will keep the overall conversation levels at a higher pace. Sounds good to me.

Posted by: GnuBreed at October 08, 2013 09:45 AM (wNF3N)

246 146 Also: you now want the morons to have two active windows (or tabs) open on the site at once?

I see no way this can go wrong *at all*.
========
What if it leads to the posting of busty lesbian pron?

Is that wrong?

Posted by: RoyalOil at October 08, 2013 09:45 AM (VjL9S)

247 Who put all these orange cones around the blog?

Posted by: Jaws at October 08, 2013 09:45 AM (4I3Uo)

248 Will there be an official addendum in the Style Guide?

Posted by: garrett at October 08, 2013 09:45 AM (bz4r7)

249 Posted by: Empire of Jeff at October 08, 2013 01:44 PM (xiY3k) That must have been quite a bender. I've never seen drinkin' stop you from posting before...

Posted by: AllenG (Dedicated Tenther) MFM Delenda Est at October 08, 2013 09:45 AM (/PCJa)

250

So, this "Ace" fellow is saying we have to stay on the bus, we can't take pictures and if we have to piss the restrooms are locked?

This is going to get out of control.

Posted by: jwest at October 08, 2013 09:45 AM (u2a4R)

251 I like it. Just don't ban anyone for not doing it right at first while we all adjust to the new format.

Posted by: L, elle at October 08, 2013 09:46 AM (0PiQ4)

252 What if it leads to the posting of busty lesbian pron? Considering I do most of my HQ-ing at work (shut up, I work at work, too), I think I'm contractually obligated to say "that, too, would be wrong."

Posted by: AllenG (Dedicated Tenther) MFM Delenda Est at October 08, 2013 09:46 AM (/PCJa)

253 Speaking of cooking, I have a graham-cracker crust I need to use and no good ideas. Posted by: HeatherRadishÂ™ needs a beer at October 08, 2013 01:32 PM (/kI1Q) I have an insane Blueberry-Cheese Pie recipe. If you want it, I can post it down in the recipe thread from this past weekend. It's a layer of (cream) Cheese Custard, baked a bit, then topped with a Blueberry sauce made stovetop. Needs to be chilled.

Posted by: artisanal 'ette at October 08, 2013 09:46 AM (IXrOn)

254
What about a Dave in Texas post that took, say, nine seconds to write?

You don't know DiT very well, do you? They might take a normal person 9 seconds to write, they take Dave an hour.

Posted by: JackStraw at October 08, 2013 01:37 PM (g1DWB)

9 seconds to write, 59 minutes, 51 seconds to clean the crayon marks off the screen.

Posted by: IllTemperedCur at October 08, 2013 09:46 AM (TIIx5)

255 This will be like New Coke.

Posted by: polynikes at October 08, 2013 09:46 AM (m2CN7)

256 >>>If you could be anonymous and ask totally stupid questions--then I would be there with bells on.. no one posts a thread without actively wanting to answer questions and show off his expertise.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:47 AM (/IWYB)

257 Jeez--at one church we use to drink in the balcony--but we're French sorta--so maybe that had something to do with it.

Posted by: tasker at October 08, 2013 09:47 AM (r2PLg)

258 Btw, this post and all the comments should be THE reference for "What The Horde Does".

Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 09:47 AM (da5Wo)

259 Do you remember when you could talk about politics in any AOS post you liked? Pepperidge Farms remembers.

Posted by: brak at October 08, 2013 09:47 AM (NaTky)

260 Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 01:42 PM (da5Wo) *arches brow* And just what are you implying?

Posted by: alexthechick - Bring the SMOD at October 08, 2013 09:47 AM (VtjlW)

261 How about a weekly spatchcocking thread?

Posted by: Jones in CO at October 08, 2013 09:47 AM (8sCoq)

262 I'm OK with the new rules, but what if I'm too drunk to follow them?

Posted by: Countrysquire at October 08, 2013 09:47 AM (LSJmV)

263 Hate to say it but there really isn't enough interest or content for a weekly gun, book or gaming thread. I could see every other week. As for CAC's astronomy threads, I wouldn't know how much interest they generate, never read or opened one.

Posted by: lowandslow at October 08, 2013 09:47 AM (7Nq2G)

264 Speaking of cooking, I have a graham-cracker crust I need to use and no good ideas. Fill with shaving cream. Throw at park ranger?

Posted by: rickb223 at October 08, 2013 09:47 AM (h1D+w)

265
Let me just say....well crap..... I got nothin.

Posted by: Guy Mohawk at October 08, 2013 09:47 AM (sj9LN)

266

Does this apply to those with Platinum memberships?

Posted by: Liberty Lover at October 08, 2013 09:47 AM (gmfq1)

267

So......

...is this thread a political or non-political one?

Posted by: Bigby's Punch Bug Blue at October 08, 2013 09:47 AM (3ZtZW)

268 What if it leads to the posting of busty lesbian pron? Is that wrong? Posted by: RoyalOil at October 08, 2013 01:45 PM (VjL9S) Would that belong on the topic about Mooch, the open thread (lower deck outhouse), or both?

Posted by: jwb7605 [i](L.I.B.)[/i][/u][/b] at October 08, 2013 09:47 AM (Qxe/p)

269 How about a bi-weekly special theme thread dedicated to propane grills and propane accessories?

Posted by: Hank Hill at October 08, 2013 09:47 AM (BAS5M)

270 How about a Kate Upton pic, Ace?

That cuts down on political talk right fast!

Posted by: kbdabear at October 08, 2013 09:48 AM (aTXUx)

271 >> noticed that when DiT posts a somber military related thread, there are few comments. I believe that this is because people respect the content, and avoid going off topic. Yet many people don't have a lot to say about the topic, so the thread is sparsely commented on. yup.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:48 AM (/IWYB)

272 Just tipped ace $5 via PayPal and I challenge all morons to do same.

Posted by: Sphynx at October 08, 2013 09:48 AM (OZmbA)

273 no one posts a thread without actively wanting to answer questions and show off his expertise. Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 01:47 PM (/IWYB) ********** Well the inverse of that is-- I don't want to show off my stupid--except for when it comes to grammar--I'm okay with that.

Posted by: tasker at October 08, 2013 09:48 AM (r2PLg)

274 Our beer fridge is being delivered today. Yay!

Posted by: wondering where this comment will end up... at October 08, 2013 09:48 AM (IXrOn)

275 277 How about a bi-weekly special theme thread dedicated to propane grills and propane accessories? Posted by: Hank Hill at October 08, 2013 01:47 PM (BAS5M) That's a gig for fucking up the quote. And gigs are trouble.

Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 09:48 AM (da5Wo)

276 See the thing is -- if the newest thread is slow....everyone can just stay in the not newest thread that's more interesting.

We used to have 3 or 4 active threads going all day back in the day.

lolherd.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 09:48 AM (KXm42)

277 "42 Are longbow discussions considered political?

Posted by: Mama AJ at October 08, 2013 01:23 PM (SUKHu)"

(also Sven10077)

I would favor an archery/political thread here, where we can talk the latest quivers and stuff we are using and how bad Obama is.

Posted by: Mr_Write at October 08, 2013 09:49 AM (cR5Y1)

278 Ace, I think you would make a marvelous parent. You're a master at seeing every facet of every person's thought before we see/think it ourselves and countering every argument before it even comes up.

Posted by: katya, the designated driver at October 08, 2013 09:49 AM (DoZD+)

279 http://tinyurl.com/nml92pz

Don't know if this is OT or not, but Matt "the smirk" Lewis and Poppin Fresh want us to stop out Alinskyiing the Alinsky Klan...

Serious You Guys the young Christians are turned off.

Posted by: sven10077 at October 08, 2013 09:49 AM (9jfyN)

280 Heather: Fill it with whipped cream and make a depression in the middle and fill that with blueberry pie filling. Called Easy Dream Pie. Forks optional.

Posted by: tcn at October 08, 2013 09:49 AM (3kDQa)

281 I still want an upding feature. And prizes.

And do those type modification buttons actually do anything?

bold

italic

underline

mark through thingy

^{little type}

_{more little type}

Posted by: Dang at October 08, 2013 09:49 AM (Hx2XA)

282 Makes sense to me, ace. Hopefully it'll work without too much confusion or misdirection. Posted by: MWR, Proud Tea(rrorist) Party Assault Hobbit Chelsea at October 08, 2013 01:40 PM (4df7R) I'm pegging the over/under on how quickly the Horde screws this up royally and we get pinch face scolded about it at 15 minutes. Hint: I'd take the under.

Posted by: alexthechick - Bring the SMOD at October 08, 2013 09:49 AM (VtjlW)

283 But, all the threads are still sans pants, right? Right?!?!?

Posted by: Donald Duck at October 08, 2013 09:49 AM (bUmSq)

284

True Moron Fact : We stayed on topic for the entirety of the Hipster Slapfight Thread.

Posted by: garrett at October 08, 2013 09:49 AM (bz4r7)

285 no one posts a thread without actively wanting to answer questions and show off his expertise. *** You've clearly never read my weekend posts.

Posted by: Niedermeyer's Dead Horse at October 08, 2013 09:49 AM (DmNpO)

286 And just what are you implying? Posted by: alexthechick - Bring the SMOD at October 08, 2013 01:47 PM (VtjlW) Nothing. I was just overwhelmed with you noble offer and thrilled with the idea of you getting the power you so justly deserve.

Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 09:49 AM (da5Wo)

287 It's Official:

Americans Are Stoopid

http://nypost.com/2013/10/08/us-adults-are-dumber-than-the-average-human/

Posted by: Jones in CO at October 08, 2013 09:49 AM (8sCoq)

288 Apparently not.

Posted by: Dang at October 08, 2013 09:49 AM (Hx2XA)

289 I demand a third thread be added above the other two so people can discuss the fine quality and low prices of our fine, lace wigs!

Posted by: Lace Wigs R Us at October 08, 2013 09:49 AM (ggRof)

290 What are the rules for people with the platinum membership, but not in the inner circle, but who are 3 rungs from the inner circle?

Posted by: Dr Spank at October 08, 2013 09:50 AM (qRasw)

291

So now we have Aceycades?

Posted by: Chaos, it the other dark meat at October 08, 2013 09:50 AM (oDCMR)

292 btw on Dave's football threads... it's actually hard to find a good cheesecake cheerleader picture. Most cheerleader pictures are not at all hot. They're pretty lame. I don't think you realize how few cheerleader pictures actually feature the features we're all looking for. I've done this a few times myself. You have to search for like ten or fifteen minutes. I'm not saying that's a horror show, just that it's probably harder to find "The Good Stuff" than people know.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:50 AM (/IWYB)

293 guess this means I actually have to pay attention to politics now for when I post the gaming thread

as to the topic, it never really bothered me of the off topic stuff. I don't expect much of the 3-4 hours it takes me to write a gaming thread

Posted by: The Dude at October 08, 2013 09:50 AM (vJdyz)

294 And do those type modification buttons actually do anything? They're there as reminders of all the things you can't have.

Posted by: AllenG (Dedicated Tenther) MFM Delenda Est at October 08, 2013 09:50 AM (/PCJa)

295 I'm just going to quietly remain on the bus, because obedient and stuff.

Posted by: Mike Hammer at October 08, 2013 09:50 AM (nch4c)

296 I think it's nice of Ace to look out for his cobloggers. Maybe a third thread could be on the sidebar as a "constant" thread. It could be entitled OFF TOPIC. Anytime someone feels the overwhelming need to highjack a thread, they could click themselves over to OFF TOPIC and get some needed relief. Oh, and same goes for those who express themselves by posting lyrics for an entire song.

Posted by: kathysaysso at October 08, 2013 09:50 AM (6H6o8)

297 285 Mr_Write at October 08, 2013 01:49 PM (cR5Y1)

I would favor an archery/political thread here, where we can talk the latest quivers and stuff we are using and how bad Obama is.

Bronko Bama uses a Compound Crossbow...

just to cross the streams...thank God it is just a 5# pull though.

Posted by: sven10077 at October 08, 2013 09:50 AM (9jfyN)

298 I'm pegging the over/under on how quickly the Horde screws this up royally and we get pinch face scolded about it at 15 minutes. Hint: I'd take the under. Posted by: alexthechick - Bring the SMOD at October 08, 2013 01:49 PM (VtjlW) Shit, 15 minutes? No chance.

Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 09:51 AM (da5Wo)

299 That must have been quite a bender. I've never seen drinkin' stop you from posting before... ---------------- I was in Satan's Filthy, Humid Ballsack. Sometimes you gotta ignore your Fake Internet Friends to give yourself fully to your vices.

Posted by: Empire of Jeff at October 08, 2013 09:51 AM (xiY3k)

300

It seems to me Ace that the horde understands and likes the plan. However, I want it on the record that no matter which thread I'm on: 1- Barky is a SCOAMT and 2- Smokin' Joe is a complete dumbass.

As long as we've got those two items clear I'm all for it.

Posted by: Suppressed Flasher at October 08, 2013 09:51 AM (X+nFp)

301 And do those type modification buttons actually do anything? bold italic underline mark through thingy little type more little type #twoweeks

Posted by: rickb223 at October 08, 2013 09:51 AM (h1D+w)

302 I think one modest template change would drive more distributed thread traffic.

Move the Recent Entries section on the left sidebar up so the day's entries are more prominent. Course, that pushes ads down.

Posted by: Purp[/i][/b][/u][/s] at October 08, 2013 09:51 AM (9MLX+)

303 I'm pegging the over/under on how quickly the Horde screws this up royally and we get pinch face scolded about it at 15 minutes. Hint: I'd take the under. Posted by: alexthechick - Bring the SMOD at October 08, 2013 01:49 PM (VtjlW) ******** Full moon on the 18th... I think Ace should do an ONT on like the 17th just to run an ops test.

Posted by: tasker at October 08, 2013 09:51 AM (r2PLg)

304 First amendment motherfucker! The constitution gives me the right to post comments about anything I want no matter what some limpdick RINO squeezecheese says. Hairy Reed is an alleged pederast!!

Posted by: Gristle Encased Head at October 08, 2013 09:51 AM (+lsX1)

305 >> it's actually hard to find a good cheesecake cheerleader picture. Most cheerleader pictures are not at all hot. They're pretty lame. Yup. It's actually pretty hard to find a good one for a thread.

Posted by: Andy at October 08, 2013 09:51 AM (kJv7C)

306 293 Niedermeyer's Dead Horse at October 08, 2013 01:49 PM (DmNpO)

You've clearly never read my weekend posts.
I read every word ma'am....

Sven <---NDH fan club

Posted by: sven10077 at October 08, 2013 09:52 AM (9jfyN)

307 I don't think you realize how few cheerleader pictures actually feature the features we're all looking for. I've done this a few times myself. You have to search for like ten or fifteen minutes. I'm not saying that's a horror show, just that it's probably harder to find "The Good Stuff" than people know. Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 01:50 PM (/IWYB) It's like I don't even know you.

Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 09:52 AM (da5Wo)

308 118 Speaking of cooking, I have a graham-cracker crust I need to use and no good ideas.

--------------------------

The Double Layer Pumpkin Cheesecake on www.allrecipes.com is super easy. I'd try to post the link but I'm sure I'd screw it up and I just don't have time for the barrel today.

Posted by: Hoplite Housewife at October 08, 2013 09:52 AM (qtKqj)

309 Technically, I am only 4 degrees of separation from Kevin Bacon, and that ought to be worth something around here.

Posted by: Vashta Nerada at October 08, 2013 09:52 AM (U292F)

310 I've done this a few times myself. You have to search for like ten or fifteen minutes. Next thing you know, you have twenty-five tabs open. Then five minutes pass and you're suddenly completely disinterested in those pictures. And hungry, for some reason.

Posted by: brak at October 08, 2013 09:52 AM (NaTky)

311 Kate Upton Elbow Pic to Ensure Compliance

http://tinyurl.com/pfggep9

Posted by: kbdabear at October 08, 2013 09:52 AM (aTXUx)

312 >>I don't think you realize how few cheerleader pictures actually feature the features we're all looking for. >>I've done this a few times myself. Everybody has done this a few times. And by a few I mean lots.

Posted by: JackStraw at October 08, 2013 09:52 AM (g1DWB)

313 >btw on Dave's football threads... <

On pictures alone, DiT gets my accolades. I have no idea where he finds them- but I suspect a secret connection.

Posted by: Marcus at October 08, 2013 09:52 AM (GGCsk)

314 another thing that would help is rather than announcing "New Thread" in the old thread, if people said instead "New thread, but it's about astronomy," or "new thread, but it's about a movie, so let's stay here." Or whatever.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:52 AM (/IWYB)

315 Wouldn't the solution to this be a split screen with 2 "Top Threads"?

Posted by: Mr. Moo Moo at October 08, 2013 09:53 AM (HDgX3)

316 I guess the only people that might have issues with this are those with small handheld devices who cannot open multiple windows/tabs.

Posted by: artisanal 'ette at October 08, 2013 09:53 AM (IXrOn)

317 I was in Satan's Filthy, Humid Ballsack. Sometimes you gotta ignore your Fake Internet Friends to give yourself fully to your vices. Fair. We just all noticed your absence.

Posted by: AllenG (Dedicated Tenther) MFM Delenda Est at October 08, 2013 09:53 AM (/PCJa)

318

@300 ace

I don't think you realize how few cheerleader pictures actually feature the features we're all looking for.
----------- ----------- ---------- -----------

I'll bet "naughty" would shorten the process considerably.

Posted by: Beagle at October 08, 2013 09:53 AM (sOtz/)

319

Posted by: Purp at October 08, 2013 01:51 PM (9MLX+)

I vote with Purp on this one.

Or, alternatively dump the "fellow muvians" list (since they're all dead blogs anyway) and put the recent entries there.

Posted by: tsrblke, PhD(c) (No really.) at October 08, 2013 09:53 AM (GaqMa)

320 No Recreating For You !!!

Posted by: NATIONAL PARK RECREATING NAZI at October 08, 2013 09:53 AM (lrSjM)

321 I read every word ma'am.... Sven <---NDH fan club *** Aw shucks. *blush*

Posted by: Niedermeyer's Dead Horse at October 08, 2013 09:53 AM (DmNpO)

322 Yes, poor Dave. It must be Hell pouring through all those cheerleader pictures to find the right one.

Posted by: Countrysquire at October 08, 2013 09:53 AM (LSJmV)

323 299 So now we have Aceycades? Spady - cades?

Posted by: 1bulwetweft at October 08, 2013 09:54 AM (d2CZd)

324 286 Ace, I think you would make a marvelous parent. You're a master at seeing every facet of every person's thought before we see/think it ourselves and countering every argument before it even comes up.

Holy crap batgirl....I thought *I* was an ass kiss.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 09:54 AM (KXm42)

325 at least you are a polite fascist//

Posted by: phoenixgirl @phxazgrl at October 08, 2013 09:54 AM (8JJ6O)

326 >>>Yup. It's actually pretty hard to find a good one for a thread. it just occurred to me that our searches should probably be "FORTY NINERS CHEERLEADERS CLEAVAGE" or "RAVENS CHEERLEADERS ASS" rather than the generic searches I've been doing. anyone who does this soon realizes that cheerleaders, as a whole, are not particularly cute.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:54 AM (/IWYB)

327 I hope this works. I hate when people leave the football threads, and football stuff is discussed on all the other threads. Sometimes 3 at once.

Posted by: artisanal 'ette at October 08, 2013 09:54 AM (IXrOn)

328 271 Hate to say it but there really isn't enough interest or content for a weekly gun, book or gaming thread. I could see every other week. As for CAC's astronomy threads, I wouldn't know how much interest they generate, never read or opened one. Posted by: lowandslow at October 08, 2013 01:47 PM (7Nq2G) All of that stuff happens on the weekends. Who reads blogs on weekends?

Posted by: NotCoach at October 08, 2013 09:54 AM (rsudF)

329 We should get a pool going on how long it takes Ace to break down and see 'Gravity'.

Posted by: garrett at October 08, 2013 09:54 AM (bz4r7)

330 Drudge! Yellowstone!

Posted by: mrp at October 08, 2013 09:54 AM (HjPtV)

331 Is there any way to do a two-column format for such posts? That way both the non-political and it's open political thread can be more equal than the others.

Posted by: t-bird at October 08, 2013 09:54 AM (FcR7P)

332 Kate Upton Elbow Pic to Ensure Compliance *** Yep. Still a pretty girl.

Posted by: Niedermeyer's Dead Horse at October 08, 2013 09:54 AM (DmNpO)

333
Off topic, but is this an open political thread?

Posted by: Ed Anger at October 08, 2013 09:55 AM (tOkJB)

334 I think Ace is just trying to tell us political junkies to go find the twitter button.

Posted by: tasker at October 08, 2013 09:55 AM (r2PLg)

335 good idea from the Ewok... its amazing what happens when he isn't spending time stalking Rubio's trash cans

Posted by: phreshone at October 08, 2013 09:55 AM (Pr6hk)

336 anyone who does this soon realizes that cheerleaders, as a whole, are not particularly cute. Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 01:54 PM (/IWYB) Uh, what? You been hanging with the wrong people/image searches boss.

Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 09:55 AM (da5Wo)

337 anyone who does this soon realizes that cheerleaders, as a whole, are not particularly cute.

Cute enough. Cute enough.

Posted by: Sphynx at October 08, 2013 09:55 AM (OZmbA)

338

I will miss this.

Movie review thread.

1. comments on the review

2. one comment says actor made an earlier movie about restoring a car and driving down RT 66.

3. another commenter tells his story about his travels on RT 66 and a restaurant that serve him fried armadillo.

4. another commenter tells his story of almost crashing his car when he swerved to avoid crushing an armadillo.

5. Hollowpoint then posts a comment on armadillos are mostly in Texas and Cruz is a douchebag. ( I keed Hollow, I keed)

Posted by: polynikes at October 08, 2013 09:55 AM (m2CN7)

339 another thing that would help is rather than announcing "New Thread" in the old thread, if people said instead "New thread, but it's about astronomy," or "new thread, but it's about a movie, so let's stay here." Or whatever. Po po willow. Wandering the vast wasteland...

Posted by: rickb223 at October 08, 2013 09:55 AM (h1D+w)

340
Sorry, I meant to say:

Off topic, but is this an open non-political thread?

Posted by: Ed Anger at October 08, 2013 09:55 AM (tOkJB)

341 anyone who does this soon realizes that cheerleaders, as a whole, are not particularly cute. Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 01:54 PM (/IWYB) Or, WASHBOARD ABS

Posted by: artisanal 'ette at October 08, 2013 09:56 AM (IXrOn)

342 So, when you review your coffee pot, we all must talk about our coffee pots. Got it.

Posted by: Liberty Lover at October 08, 2013 09:56 AM (gmfq1)

343 Soo which thread do we drag willow to?

Posted by: Village Idiot's Apprentice at October 08, 2013 09:56 AM (xdC/M)

344 334 ace at October 08, 2013 01:54 PM (/IWYB)

anyone who does this soon realizes that cheerleaders, as a whole, are not particularly cute.

Neiiigggghhh no seriously about 25% of Cheerleaders are butterfaces on most teams....

not John Kerry in Drag ugly but....

Posted by: sven10077 at October 08, 2013 09:56 AM (9jfyN)

345 also on the football threads there's very little actual football talk

Posted by: Jones in CO at October 08, 2013 09:56 AM (8sCoq)

346 I volunteer for the, "Useless Facts About 80's Music" thread. Well no, not really...but it sure seems to take up the majority of space in my brain. :/

Posted by: DangerGirl at October 08, 2013 09:56 AM (k/Mc/)

347 Off topic, but is this an open political thread?
Posted by: Ed Anger at October 08, 2013 01:55 PM

Only if it's a Sarah Palin pointy elbows thread

Posted by: kbdabear at October 08, 2013 09:56 AM (aTXUx)

348 On pictures alone, DiT gets my accolades. I have no idea where he finds them- but I suspect a secret connection.

Heartily agree!! Amazing how he always finds one with some kind of reference to the elbow meme.

Posted by: Peaches at October 08, 2013 09:56 AM (8lmkt)

349
And do those type modification buttons actually do anything?

bold

italic

underline

mark through thingy

little type

more little type

#twoweeks

Posted by: rickb223 at October 08, 2013 01:51 PM (h1D+w)

We're just lucky that PixyWare has progressed past the original version that used obscene cuneiform symbols.

Posted by: IllTemperedCur at October 08, 2013 09:56 AM (TIIx5)

350 I look forward to Sunday's book thread. We have a good turnout usually. Not 1000 comments, but well worth keeping it going.

Posted by: NCKate at October 08, 2013 09:56 AM (tlIcr)

351 >>>ate to say it but there really isn't enough interest or content for a weekly gun, book or gaming thread. I could see every other week. As for CAC's astronomy threads, I wouldn't know how much interest they generate, never read or opened one. define "enough" interest.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 09:56 AM (/IWYB)

352

the generic searches I've been doing.

Yikes. Not sure I want to see that list.

Posted by: garrett at October 08, 2013 09:56 AM (bz4r7)

353

I don't see how anyone keeps up with one thread, let alone two.

Between visiting other websites, keeping up with the news, browsing a few sidebar stories and having somewhat of a life outside of the computer, it's about all one person can do.

Posted by: jwest at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (u2a4R)

354 >> it's actually hard to find a good cheesecake cheerleader picture. Most cheerleader pictures are not at all hot. They're pretty lame. Yup. It's actually pretty hard to find a good one for a thread. Posted by: Andy Well, thereare some Asian links... Just sayin'.

Posted by: Daybrother at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (fzt16)

355 btw on Dave's football threads... < On pictures alone, DiT gets my accolades. I have no idea where he finds them- but I suspect a secret connection. Silk Road.

Posted by: rickb223 at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (h1D+w)

356 In all seriousness, I think this is a good policy. On the weekends, I always feel the need to wait until a post has been up for some time to join in because I don't game and I'm not big into guns. Having an open thread posted alongside will be great.

Posted by: Niedermeyer's Dead Horse at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (DmNpO)

357 Good idea. What happen to the gun thread?

Posted by: John Smith at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (wR+pz)

358 Ace, could we maybe have a weekly music thread too? If that's ok? Something to take our minds off bad things. Oh, I want this.

Posted by: artisanal 'ette at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (IXrOn)

359 So, where does one go to comment about smart, military topics?

Posted by: Roy at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (VndSC)

360 >Off topic, but is this an open non-political thread?

Posted by: Ed Anger at October 08, 2013 01:55 PM (tOkJB)

No, this is an open thread about non-political threads that haven't been posted yet

Posted by: Jones in CO at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (8sCoq)

361 also on the football threads there's very little actual football talk

Posted by: Jones in CO at October 08, 2013 01:56 PM (8sCoq)

I don't think we should apply the new rule to the football threads, do you? It's always a nice free-for-all and that keeps the thread alive. I vote for a football exemption!

Posted by: Peaches at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (8lmkt)

362 I'm old enough that they're all hot now.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (KXm42)

363 354 also on the football threads there's very little actual football talk
Posted by: Jones in CO at October 08, 2013 01:56 PM

Sports injuries to elbows and boobehs is football talk!

Posted by: kbdabear at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (aTXUx)

364
This is like an Open Thread, Yet Not.
#twighlightzone

Posted by: Guy Mohawk at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (sj9LN)

365 347 polynikes at October 08, 2013 01:55 PM (m2CN7)

Movie review thread.
1. comments on the review

2. one comment says actor made an earlier movie about restoring a car and driving down RT 66.

3. another commenter tells his story about his travels on RT 66 and a restaurant that serve him fried armadillo.

4. another commenter tells his story of almost crashing his car when he swerved to avoid crushing an armadillo.

5. Hollowpoint then posts a comment on armadillos are mostly in Texas and Cruz is a douchebag. ( I keed Hollow, I keed)

That dynamic is part of the charm here.

Maybe if we work out the kinks at some point past post 150 or so we can be given more slack to veer off the road so to speak?

Posted by: sven10077 at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (9jfyN)

366 So, do the tabs work?

Posted by: backhoe at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (ULH4o)

367 >All of that stuff happens on the weekends. Who reads blogs on weekends?<

You would be surprised at the great content here on the weekend. It really is interesting and lowers the BP.

Posted by: Marcus at October 08, 2013 09:57 AM (GGCsk)

368 Yeah Ace...that was a real chore//

http://tinyurl.com/mss6o2a

nsfw

Posted by: dananjcon at October 08, 2013 09:58 AM (wmU4G)

369 286 Ace, I think you would make a marvelous parent. You're a master at seeing every facet of every person's thought before we see/think it ourselves and countering every argument before it even comes up. Posted by: katya, the designated driver at October 08, 2013 01:49 PM (DoZD+) Yeah....except for that 'babies awake at 6 am' thingy....

Posted by: [/i][/b][/u][/s] Tami at October 08, 2013 09:58 AM (bCEmE)

370 Posted by: IllTemperedCur at October 08, 2013 01:56 PM (TIIx5) Obscene cuneiform? Do I want to know?

Posted by: AllenG (Dedicated Tenther) MFM Delenda Est at October 08, 2013 09:58 AM (/PCJa)

371 > Good idea. What happen to the gun thread?

Posted by: John Smith at October 08, 2013 01:57 PM (wR+pz)

It is now a spatchcocking thread

Posted by: Jones in CO at October 08, 2013 09:58 AM (8sCoq)

372 This seems like a very well intentioned Idea! ...

Posted by: MostlyRight at October 08, 2013 09:58 AM (w9AQ4)

373 Ace, could we maybe have a weekly music thread too? If that's ok? Something to take our minds off bad things. Jeff B would vault himself into the top ten on that thread alone.

Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 09:58 AM (da5Wo)

374 Nothing. I was just overwhelmed with you noble offer and thrilled with the idea of you getting the power you so justly deserve. Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 01:49 PM (da5Wo) I see the asskissing is starting with you.

Posted by: alexthechick - Bring the SMOD at October 08, 2013 09:58 AM (VtjlW)

375 Left sidebar IN-THREAd is almost vacant. replicate Recent Entries code in the thread template.

Then people hitting F5 like gerbils on crack will be exposed to new stuff and be constantly reminded of the older content too

Posted by: Purp[/i][/b][/u][/s] at October 08, 2013 09:58 AM (9MLX+)

376

Nood, but it's by Gabe, so who give a $#!t.

*Not really - just practicing*

Posted by: Lace Wigs R Us at October 08, 2013 09:58 AM (ggRof)

377 Sometimes you have to double pump Drudge or it will redisplay the same screen.

Posted by: Boss Moss former editor of the Harvard Law Review at October 08, 2013 09:59 AM (uu42x)

378 #280 sphinx I'll take your 5 dollars and raise you 45 if you guys want a state of the art blog they cost, I'm willing to pay! I'm tipping $ 50 bucks cause I love this place.

Posted by: Fourth Horseman of the Apocalypse (ROFL) at October 08, 2013 09:59 AM (KuZ6A)

379 Speaking of cheerleaders, The Atlanta Falcon's cheerleaders may be cheering on their team sans Julio Jones.

Posted by: Dr Spank at October 08, 2013 09:59 AM (qRasw)

380 I like the gun, book, and astronomy threads. But, I am always very late to them, so no point in commenting.

Posted by: Vashta Nerada at October 08, 2013 09:59 AM (U292F)

381 So, Ace: Is that a Netanyahu red line, or an Obama red line?

Posted by: jwpaine @PirateBallerina at October 08, 2013 09:59 AM (/lWM8)

382 > Good idea. What happen to the gun thread?<

Weekends. There was one on the 1903 Springfield and another on, I believe, HK's

Posted by: Marcus at October 08, 2013 09:59 AM (GGCsk)

383 The thing about staying on topic is that, thanks to the Liberal Left, EVERYTHING is political. Literally.

Posted by: katya, the designated driver at October 08, 2013 09:59 AM (DoZD+)

384 FORTY NINERS CHEERLEADERS CLEAVAGE Did you actually do this search? Cause looks like positive results to me.

Posted by: blaster at October 08, 2013 09:59 AM (W6bkf)

385 Weakly music thread..

I just wanted a Pepsi..
...a Pepsi..

cracks me up, I'ma gonna get that song just for the laughs.

Posted by: Momma said there would be days like this at October 08, 2013 10:00 AM (urC2K)

386 I was in Satan's Filthy, Humid Ballsack. Well. That explains what happened with ~~Hurricane~~ ~~Tropical Storm~~ ~~Tropical Depression~~ That Batch Of Rainclouds Formerly Known As Karen. When it just stopped off LA and fell apart, I shoulda known...

Posted by: Seamus Muldoon's toaster at October 08, 2013 10:00 AM (naUcP)

387 define "enough" interest. -------------------- ****tumbleweed blows across the street**** ****general store owner hustles his kids inside****

Posted by: Empire of Jeff at October 08, 2013 10:00 AM (xiY3k)

388 Really cheerleaders aren't cute? I wanna see Ace in a miniskirt.

Posted by: tasker at October 08, 2013 10:00 AM (r2PLg)

389 Between visiting other websites, keeping up with the news, browsing a few sidebar stories and having somewhat of a life outside of the computer, it's about all one person can do.

Posted by: jwest at October 08, 2013 01:57 PM (u2a4R)

well, duh, you're doing it wrong! why are you "visiting other websites?" do you really need "somewhat of a life outside of the computer?" this is now how one gets bumped to the platinum membership level . . .

Posted by: Peaches at October 08, 2013 10:00 AM (8lmkt)

390 FORTY NINERS CHEERLEADERS CLEAVAGE Did you actually do this search? Cause looks like positive results to me. Forgot to add: RINO!

Posted by: blaster at October 08, 2013 10:00 AM (W6bkf)

391 I don't think we should apply the new rule to the football threads, do you? It's always a nice free-for-all and that keeps the thread alive. I vote for a football exemption! *** I agree. It's fun to go from one topic to another. While in the midst of discussing the SOCAMF, suddenly someone comments SCORE! and we're back on football again.

Posted by: Niedermeyer's Dead Horse at October 08, 2013 10:00 AM (DmNpO)

392 I have the opposite problem with the cosplay photos, I have to find stuff that isn't as nasty as that I already have or find

Posted by: The Dude at October 08, 2013 10:00 AM (vJdyz)

393 Don't worry, y'all. This isn't really a rule from Ace. It's a tax.

Posted by: Bluedog803 at October 08, 2013 10:00 AM (kBWdQ)

394 the generic searches I've been doing. Yikes. Not sure I want to see that list. They said "generic", not "geriatric".

Posted by: rickb223 at October 08, 2013 10:00 AM (h1D+w)

395 Unspeakable appliance sock off.

Posted by: Brother Cavil at October 08, 2013 10:00 AM (naUcP)

396 Are the bathrooms open on this thread?
Yes. But you can't recreate.

Posted by: [/i]andycanuck[/b] at October 08, 2013 10:00 AM (i4xvM)

397 300 btw on Dave's football threads...

it's actually hard to find a good cheesecake cheerleader picture. Most cheerleader pictures are not at all hot. They're pretty lame.

I don't think you realize how few cheerleader pictures actually feature the features we're all looking for.

I've done this a few times myself. You have to search for like ten or fifteen minutes. I'm not saying that's a horror show, just that it's probably harder to find "The Good Stuff" than people know.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 01:50 PM (/IWYB)

Is that why he keeps using the same pics over and over again.

Posted by: buzzion at October 08, 2013 10:00 AM (LI48c)

398 23 I still say that gif of the puppies careening around the corner is the perfect visual depiction of the Horde discovering there's a new thread.
*
*
* Applause *

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at October 08, 2013 10:01 AM (BDU/a)

399 >Good idea. What happen to the gun thread?<

here's the gun thread:

The gun you've chosen is totally inadequate and the gun I have is practically magic

Posted by: Jones in CO at October 08, 2013 10:01 AM (8sCoq)

400 >> Good idea. What happen to the gun thread? There was a scheduling mishap down at the factory. It'll be back this weekend.

Posted by: Andy at October 08, 2013 10:01 AM (ajB9U)

401 Wait..I lied./

Posted by: tasker at October 08, 2013 10:01 AM (r2PLg)

402 @400 Now this new rule is like Obamacare! Everyone is starting to ask for waivers!

Posted by: Bluedog803 at October 08, 2013 10:01 AM (kBWdQ)

403 I think it's a great idea.

Posted by: jewells45 at October 08, 2013 10:01 AM (l/N7H)

404 4. another commenter tells his story of almost crashing his car when he swerved to avoid crushing an armadillo.

5. Hollowpoint then posts a comment on armadillos are mostly in Texas and Cruz is a douchebag. ( I keed Hollow, I keed)

People swerve to miss armadillos?

Useless little pointy-nosed blind bastards. They can't even do us the courtesy of tasting good.

Posted by: Hollowpoint at October 08, 2013 10:01 AM (SY2Kh)

405 Speaking of cooking, I have a graham-cracker crust I need to use and no good ideas.
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Posted by: Dang at October 08, 2013 10:01 AM (Hx2XA)

406 This seems like a very well intentioned Idea!

lol

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 10:01 AM (KXm42)

407 Good idea. What happen to the gun thread? Posted by: John Smith at October 08, 2013 01:57 PM (wR+pz) All political threads will now also be gun threads. Shouldn't cause any problems.

Posted by: Daybrother at October 08, 2013 10:01 AM (jN/Z/)

408 It is now a spatchcocking thread I thought that thread SUCKED!

Posted by: The Chicken at October 08, 2013 10:01 AM (wR+pz)

409 Are the bathrooms open on this thread? Yes. But you can't recreate. And, BOOM! This thread has been won.

Posted by: blaster at October 08, 2013 10:01 AM (W6bkf)

410 I see the asskissing is starting with you. Posted by: alexthechick - Bring the SMOD at October 08, 2013 01:58 PM (VtjlW)

Posted by: BCochran1981 at October 08, 2013 10:02 AM (da5Wo)

411 kudos to Drudge for current front page -

Posted by: phreshone at October 08, 2013 10:02 AM (Pr6hk)

412 388 Speaking of cheerleaders, The Atlanta Falcon's cheerleaders may be cheering on their team sans Julio Jones.
Julio is a cheearleader?

Posted by: 1bulwetweft at October 08, 2013 10:02 AM (d2CZd)

413 Nood thread up! Last one there is a loser!!!

Posted by: [/i]andycanuck[/b] at October 08, 2013 10:02 AM (i4xvM)

414 OT: Has anyone figured out how to make money on the stock markets in GTA V? I completed Trevor's into saw the $100k he starts with and went investment happy, and now every time I check his portfolio, everything seems to be at the week's lows.

Posted by: Methos, one bit criminal halfwit at October 08, 2013 10:02 AM (hO9ad)

415 413 Hollowpoint at October 08, 2013 02:01 PM (SY2Kh)

People swerve to miss armadillos?

Useless little pointy-nosed blind bastards. They can't even do us the courtesy of tasting good. not in leesville louisiana....

I wonder if one could use them for dog food?

Posted by: sven10077 at October 08, 2013 10:02 AM (9jfyN)

416
another thing that would help is rather than announcing "New Thread" in the old thread, if people said instead "New thread, but it's about astronomy," or "new thread, but it's about a movie, so let's stay here."

Or whatever.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 01:52 PM (/IWYB)

Things are really gonna be weird (well, weirder than usual for the HQ) if people start announcing "nude astronomy!"

Posted by: IllTemperedCur at October 08, 2013 10:02 AM (TIIx5)

417 This also seems like the perfect time for everyone to start driving on the left side.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 10:02 AM (KXm42)

418
I think we need to invite in a few guest commentors from DU or HuffPo to make things interesting.

Posted by: Sphynx at October 08, 2013 10:02 AM (OZmbA)

419 Maybe if we work out the kinks at some point past post 150 or so we can be given more slack to veer off the road so to speak? Can we THEN hit the armadillo?

Posted by: rickb223 at October 08, 2013 10:02 AM (h1D+w)

420 Drudge just linked Ace's Yellowstone story. If youse guys want to see my new puppy, I left a comment at the NewburyPortNews site. It's my new avatar! http://tinyurl.com/l5y98xc

Posted by: jwb7605 [i](L.I.B.)[/i][/u][/b] at October 08, 2013 10:03 AM (Qxe/p)

421 Weekends. There was one on the 1903 Springfield and another on, I believe, HK's Posted by: Marcus at October 08, 2013 01:59 PM (GGCsk) Not THIS weekend, we got chicken cooking.

Posted by: John Smith at October 08, 2013 10:03 AM (wR+pz)

422 it just occurred to me that our searches should probably be "FORTY NINERS CHEERLEADERS CLEAVAGE" or "RAVENS CHEERLEADERS ASS" rather than the generic searches I've been doing.

anyone who does this soon realizes that cheerleaders, as a whole, are not particularly cute.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 01:54 PM (/IWYB)

Clearly you've never watched the videos the Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders put out.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIfbghHdG1s

Posted by: buzzion at October 08, 2013 10:03 AM (LI48c)

423 I was in Satan's Filthy, Humid Ballsack. Sometimes you gotta ignore your Fake Internet Friends to give yourself fully to your vices. Posted by: Empire of Jeff at October 08, 2013 01:51 PM (xiY3k) Which part of Florida?

Posted by: DangerGirl at October 08, 2013 10:03 AM (k/Mc/)

424 We're 400+ deep into a thread about thread comments. I yield the floor to the honorable Yeti what-stalks-these-lands.

Posted by: Circa (Insert Year Here) at October 08, 2013 10:03 AM (659DL)

425 Julio is a cheearleader? Posted by: 1bulwetweft

He is now.

Posted by: Dr Spank at October 08, 2013 10:03 AM (qRasw)

426 367 Ace, could we maybe have a weekly music thread too? If that's ok? Something to take our minds off bad things. Oh, I want this. Posted by: artisanal 'ette ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ The problem here is that so few of you know what good music is. *ducking*

Posted by: Countrysquire at October 08, 2013 10:03 AM (LSJmV)

427 "define "enough" interest."

Interest as in attracting people to it and discussing guns or books or whatever. What do you have, a half dozen people that contribute in any meaningful way? And it's not they're boring subjects but they're subjects that you can run out of discussion pretty quick.

Posted by: lowandslow at October 08, 2013 10:03 AM (7Nq2G)

428 Yeah....except for that 'babies awake at 6 am' thingy.. He can have them from like, age 8 on up. That's when they get snotty.

Posted by: katya, the designated driver at October 08, 2013 10:04 AM (DoZD+)

429 OT: Has anyone figured out how to make money on the stock markets in GTA V? I completed Trevor's into saw the $100k he starts with and went investment happy, and now every time I check his portfolio, everything seems to be at the week's lows.

Posted by: Methos, one bit criminal halfwit at October 08, 2013 02:02 PM (hO9ad)

It's all about Lester's missions, dump the cash before the mission starts and reap the benefits afterwards

Posted by: The Dude at October 08, 2013 10:04 AM (vJdyz)

430 The problem is gonna arise when there's some major news story and some commenter breaks the astronomy thread to tell it to the horde. Like a plane crash or war or some other BIG event. As long as it is in fact an important BIG event, no problem. But, where is the big event line? It's gonna happen and someone's gonna push the envelope. Guaranteed.

Posted by: Suppressed Flasher at October 08, 2013 10:04 AM (X+nFp)

431 I'll just do what I usually do and just stay quiet..

Posted by: RightOne40 at October 08, 2013 10:04 AM (8QW0x)

432 There was a scheduling mishap down at the factory. It'll be back this weekend. Posted by: Andy at October 08, 2013 02:01 PM (ajB9U) Great. You WERE missed.

Posted by: John Smith at October 08, 2013 10:04 AM (wR+pz)

433

Gourmet Deconstructed Ice Cream Pie

Put ice cream in a bowl.

Smash graham cracker crust and sprinkle it on the ice cream.

I charge $50 a serving for this in my restaurant, yet I give it to you free out of the goodness of my heart.

Posted by: Gourmet Chef at October 08, 2013 10:05 AM (ggRof)

434 The thing about staying on topic is that, thanks to the Liberal Left, EVERYTHING is political. Literally.

Do we really need to play that game 24x7?

Is it not possible, on a Smart Military Blog, to (for example) discuss a movie without caterwauling about the political views of the lead actors and how you're thus a filthy RINO traitor for enjoying the movie?

Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar, and a toaster is just a place to put your dick. It's not ALWAYS political.

Posted by: Hollowpoint at October 08, 2013 10:05 AM (SY2Kh)

435
No doubt there should be a football thread exemption.

Posted by: Guy Mohawk at October 08, 2013 10:05 AM (sj9LN)

436 Whoops. Off topic but...

White House adviser Tweets the N'" word.

Dan Pfeiffer, a senior adviser to President Obama, learned this lesson the hard way this morning.

Posted by: Marcus at October 08, 2013 10:05 AM (GGCsk)

437 With an open commenting system not a chance in hell people observe this, even if they did happen to read this post, which itself is unlikely.

Posted by: Andrew at October 08, 2013 10:05 AM (VjlMj)

438 People swerve to miss armadillos? Useless little pointy-nosed blind bastards. They can't even do us the courtesy of tasting good. Um, google Hoover Hogs.

Posted by: rickb223 at October 08, 2013 10:05 AM (h1D+w)

439 so if we are on a cooking thread but talk about how we "cooked" well with the spouse that's still kinda on topic right?

or my *stars* on Cac's thread what Happened to me last night?!

Posted by: willow at October 08, 2013 10:05 AM (nqBYe)

440 Or on football, threads, we talk about the administration throwing a political football?

Posted by: willow at October 08, 2013 10:06 AM (nqBYe)

441 He can have them from like, age 8 on up. That's when they get snotty. Posted by: katya, the designated driver at October 08, 2013 02:04 PM (DoZD+) So like the opposite of what the British do?

Posted by: [/i][/b][/u][/s] Tami at October 08, 2013 10:07 AM (bCEmE)

442 The problem here is that so few of you know what good music is.

*ducking*

Posted by: Countrysquire at October 08, 2013 02:03 PM (LSJmV)

and the gun you have is all wrong and your taste in movies is also questionable.

Posted by: polynikes at October 08, 2013 10:07 AM (m2CN7)

443 am i doing a empire of jeff and dancing between raindrops?

Posted by: willow at October 08, 2013 10:07 AM (nqBYe)

444 RE: Music Thread

>>>i will post something asking for volunteers at some point. If you want to volunteer, let me know.

Just let me write this, Ace. No, really. Somebody else can handle the country, hip-hop, or modern pop garbage, but I'll take everything (and I do mean EVERYTHING) else.

Posted by: Jeff B. at October 08, 2013 10:08 AM (n/+FT)

445 Nood. But it's not specifically marked as political or non-political, thus I will not be able to direct you there, because shutdown.

Posted by: NPS at October 08, 2013 10:08 AM (ggRof)

446 What if we cleverly connect or tie in the top non-political thread to breaking news or politics? Would that comment count as "off-topic" or "on-topic"? So, in this example, with this non-political top thread being about comment policy, while the current just-below-it "top political thread" being about the gestapo tactics of NPS enforcers, I might sarcastically and joshingly say, "Ace also announces he is hiring National Park Service employees to monitor all non-political threads for off-topic comments! /s". Would such a comment count as violation of the policy? Is purposely "bending the rules" a bit frowned upon? A clearer, less convoluted example: Top non-political thread is about making peanut butter sandwiches. Just below that, top "open thread" is topicless, open for any comment. Comments on the top peanut butter thread might go: 1. I love peanut butter. 2. The best way to make sandwiches is with slices of bread. 3. I still remember my mom's sandwiches from grade school. 4. Don't use Jif, it's full of high fructose corn syrup. 5. It always sticks to the roof of my mouth. ...and so on. So would it be a violation of the policy if the next comment on the peanut butter thread was, "6. I'm still miffed that kids are taught the myth that George Washington Carver invented peanut butter, a lie which is patently absurd and only pushed as part of the PC agenda. Peanut butter had been around for a century before Carver was even born; he merely claimed (without documentation) that he had come up with dozens of other uses for peanuts, most of which were industrial products, not food. Our education system still pushes PC myths just to "boost the self-esteem" of minority students, even though they're being taught lies. When will it end?" So, it's in the topic of peanut butter, but it also violates the spirit of the thread, which is supposed to b non-political. OK or not?

Posted by: zombie at October 08, 2013 10:08 AM (+cx5n)

447 i won't even mention what could be done in the book thread.

Posted by: willow at October 08, 2013 10:08 AM (nqBYe)

448 Ace is just doing this to keep young people like me from getting the news !!!!

Posted by: Meghan McCain at October 08, 2013 10:08 AM (aTXUx)

449 You guys crack me up. Does Ace have gray hair because of all of you?

Posted by: Jaimo at October 08, 2013 10:08 AM (9U1OG)

450 I'm still pissed that I missed the cooking thread. Over three months now at the new house and internet is still not available. I miss the ONT and pron. Well, mostly pron.

Posted by: Countrysquire at October 08, 2013 10:08 AM (LSJmV)

451 I know there is a new thread, but about this: define "enough" interest. -------------------- ****tumbleweed blows across the street**** ****general store owner hustles his kids inside**** Posted by: Empire of Jeff at October 08, 2013 02:00 PM (xiY3k) Some of us are out and about - it is the weekend, or watching football, etc. So, we may visit the link later. I know I do, when I get a minute to myself. I find them all valuable. Really.

Posted by: artisanal 'ette at October 08, 2013 10:09 AM (IXrOn)

452 New thread. But it's about some fag whose shit is all retarded.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 10:09 AM (KXm42)

453 Are Dave's Cheerleader Boobehs threads political?

Posted by: Dingbat at October 08, 2013 10:10 AM (pVdyT)

454 It's all about Lester's missions, dump the cash before the mission starts and reap the benefits afterwards

Is that all? I was hoping I could at least store it in the market to avoid losses when I'm sandboxing (the hospital fees are proportional to cash in hand at low levels of funds)

Posted by: Methos, one bit criminal halfwit at October 08, 2013 10:11 AM (hO9ad)

455

"Sincerely, the Fascist MGMT"

Hey wouldn't it be cool if all the news talking heads signed off with:

Sincerely, Barry's Fan-boys in the Fascist MSM

Posted by: Ray Van Dune at October 08, 2013 10:11 AM (Id+W0)

456 @462 Depends on how strongly you feel about implants vs. real boobs.

Posted by: Bluedog803 at October 08, 2013 10:11 AM (kBWdQ)

457 Is that all? I was hoping I could at least store it in the market to avoid losses when I'm sandboxing (the hospital fees are proportional to cash in hand at low levels of funds)

Posted by: Methos, one bit criminal halfwit at October 08, 2013 02:11 PM (hO9ad)

pretty much, if you don't want to lose cash, put it into your bank account through your phone's web browser

Posted by: The Dude at October 08, 2013 10:12 AM (vJdyz)

458 zombie at October 08, 2013 02:08 PM (+cx5n)

You do remember what Shakespeare said about lawyers, it was a joke, and everyone laughs unless it was drama and every nodded in agreement.

Posted by: Momma said there would be days like this at October 08, 2013 10:13 AM (urC2K)

459 >>>The thing about staying on topic is that, thanks to the Liberal Left, EVERYTHING is political. Literally.

This is the Left's failing. I see no reason to make it ours.

Believe it or not, I like discussing the objective merits of a movie, or music, or art, without having to have some damn fool hunch over, grunt sweatily, cut a runny turd into the conversational pool by declaring that "[X actor/musician/artist] is SUCH A LIBERAL IDIOT AND I REFUSE TO SUPPORT THOSE LIBERAL BASTARDS."

We get it. We know. We don't care. Elvis Costello is as brainlessly left-wing as they get (this is a guy who wrote MULTIPLE songs wishing for Maggie Thatcher's death) -- his first decade of music making is still absolutely superb, essential work, as Ace will tell you. (But Ace likes Punch The Clock, which makes him gay and not in the acceptable Malor-esque way but in the "beaten up in high school" way.)

Posted by: Jeff B. at October 08, 2013 10:13 AM (n/+FT)

460 Hm. Always fascinating to see the hubris of attempting to direct the tides and herd cats. Best of luck. This may require a slow-witted oaf like me to lurk a while* until I see how this shakes out, get the hang of the new & improved AoSHQ RoE. (*Nobody's loss.) Maybe I should just wait for the new software. I hear it not only has threaded comments, with avatars, and imbedded links, pix, and vids, it also has hundreds topical forum rooms. #twoweeks Butt syriasly, youguys, I often think about Ace and this site - certainly the community fostered here is valuable, but it's all on one guy's head, and I can't imagine that Ace could've known when he began what was to be generated under his rule. (Thanks for hosting what must sometimes seem an unasked for and thankless kingdom, BTW.) It's theological. There is that which the gods encourage, that which the gods discourage. Depending on the degree of infraction, there may be a warning, or a delay of mercy for reformation and restoration; but let the iniquitous beware, there is a way that seems right to a moron, but that way leads unto banishment. Drink!

Posted by: mindful webworker - true blue at October 08, 2013 10:13 AM (U13jb)

461 >>>>"6. I'm still miffed that kids are taught the myth that George Washington Carver invented peanut butter, a lie which is patently absurd and only pushed as part of the PC agenda. Peanut butter had been around for a century before Carver was even born; he merely claimed (without documentation) that he had come up with dozens of other uses for peanuts, most of which were industrial products, not food. Our education system still pushes PC myths just to "boost the self-esteem" of minority students, even though they're being taught lies. When will it end?" So, it's in the topic of peanut butter, but it also violates the spirit of the thread, which is supposed to b non-political. OK or not? ... not okay, it should be posted in the designated open thread below. with respect, everyone here defaults to politics because it's an area in which we're all "experts." Well, not really, but we all have easy things we can toss out about politics. Let a Non political Thread breathe. What's the worst that could happen?

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 10:13 AM (/IWYB)

462 423 OT: Has anyone figured out how to make money on the stock markets in GTA V? I completed Trevor's into saw the $100k he starts with and went investment happy, and now every time I check his portfolio, everything seems to be at the week's lows. Posted by: Methos, one bit criminal halfwit at October 08, 2013 02:02 PM (hO9ad) Read this (take out spaces in the url) http://gtaforums.com/topic /603606-make- over-2-billion-per-character -easy-mild- spoilers/

Posted by: DangerGirl at October 08, 2013 10:15 AM (Os+6p)

463 Damn Jeff -- I actually liked that comment.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 10:15 AM (KXm42)

464 I think this is a great idea. One of the things I like about Weasel Zippers is that threads often get comments until they scroll off the front page (which is usually around 6 hours depending on how fast the news is flying). I don't entirely get why people only comment on the topmost thread here, so a bit of retraining wouldn't go amiss.

Posted by: Ian S. at October 08, 2013 10:17 AM (B/VB5)

465

got it.

still no place for me to talk about the nephilim/bigfoot/ufo connection.

that's okay. i can get plenty of opportunities if i dress up like Giorgio A. Tsoukalos for any halloween parties i go to.

http://tinyurl.com/3s52sna

"what in the fuck are you supposed to be?"

"I am glad you asked..."

Posted by: i like anchors at October 08, 2013 10:17 AM (nBE5A)

466 pretty much, if you don't want to lose cash, put it into your bank account through your phone's web browser

Okay, I didn't realize I could do that.

Posted by: Methos, one bit criminal halfwit at October 08, 2013 10:18 AM (hO9ad)

467 not okay, it should be posted in the designated open thread below. Posted by: ace Noted! Will attempt to keep all politics out of non-political threads -- even snarky or sneaky politics!

Posted by: zombie at October 08, 2013 10:18 AM (+cx5n)

468 473 I think this is a great idea. One of the things I like about Weasel Zippers is that threads often get comments until they scroll off the front page (which is usually around 6 hours depending on how fast the news is flying). I don't entirely get why people only comment on the topmost thread here, so a bit of retraining wouldn't go amiss.

That's how it used to be here. There was an influx of new commenters and the group dynamic completely changed in to this herd like behaviour.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 10:19 AM (KXm42)

469

wow, what an outcast i have become.

but hey, i don't vote for progressive liberals!

Posted by: i like anchors at October 08, 2013 10:19 AM (nBE5A)

470 Should all off-topic comments on non-political issues be included in political threads and excluded from non-political threads?

Posted by: Dr Spank at October 08, 2013 10:21 AM (qRasw)

471 That's how it used to be here. There was an influx of new commenters and the group dynamic completely changed in to this herd like behaviour.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 02:19 PM (KXm42)

I don't recall that to any extent. In the old days, we were lucky to get 300 comments a post.

Posted by: polynikes at October 08, 2013 10:22 AM (m2CN7)

472

wait - open threads!

i'll start writing now. it'll be ready to paste in a few months.

i am sure all of y'all are geared up.

Posted by: i like anchors at October 08, 2013 10:22 AM (nBE5A)

473 >>>Should all off-topic comments on non-political issues be included in political threads and excluded from non-political threads? yes. There is always enough of a critical mass on the topic of politics that a conversation can be had, even with off-topic digressions.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 10:22 AM (/IWYB)

474 Everything is political. Therefore every thread is political as well. Therefore every comment section of every thread will contains political stuff. Posted by: Mr. Moo Moo at October 08, 2013 01:25 PM (HDgX3) Just like my toenail clippingsÂ…

Posted by: The Political Toenail at October 08, 2013 10:23 AM (XvHmy)

475 First!

Posted by: i like anchors at October 08, 2013 10:25 AM (nBE5A)

476 But the ONT is still a free-for all, right?

Posted by: The Political Hat at October 08, 2013 10:25 AM (XvHmy)

477 the problem is that 99% of commenters are ready to talk any time about politics, but only, say, 5% are ready to talk about cooking, or gaming, or astronomy, or whatnot. I'm trying to find a way where the 5% can actually get a coversation going while the 99% who want to talk about politics also still have their main focus as the active thread.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 10:25 AM (/IWYB)

478

That's how it used to be here. There was an influx of new commenters and the group dynamic completely changed in to this herd like behaviour.
Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 02:19 PM (KXm42)

I do recall that the non political / cultural subject posts were far more numerous.

We used to have haiku threads, deep thought threads, top ten list threads on various subjects, poetry threads, you tube threads, flame threads and general threads making fun of various people from the news or net.

Posted by: polynikes at October 08, 2013 10:25 AM (m2CN7)

479

300 ace

"I've done this a few times myself. You have to search for like ten or fifteen minutes. I'm not saying that's a horror show, just that it's probably harder to find "The Good Stuff" than people know."

ISWYDT

Posted by: speedster1 at October 08, 2013 10:25 AM (v40Bj)

480 Whew!

Posted by: Dept. Of Acuracy at October 08, 2013 10:25 AM (VWfCN)

481 I don't recall that to any extent. In the old days, we were lucky to get 300 comments a post.

Posted by: polynikes at October 08, 2013 02:22 PM (m2CN7)

Because there were a lot less commenters. But ,yes, I distinctly remember being able to go from thread to thread to thread for hours.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 10:26 AM (KXm42)

482 "Sir, that's retarded." How about they post the Showcase Thread, and then immediately stomp on it with a post of the Open political threat. We're not called morons for good reason - the horde will just naturally gravitate towards the newest thread for the snark, and leave the other thread relatively unscathed.

Posted by: Jeanteal at October 08, 2013 10:26 AM (iUcXw)

483 I like this idea. How many times has the Book Thread or Football thread gotten hi-jacked? Lots.

And I'm guilty also, as when I see a post that's OT and respond to it. That doesn't help. I used to request a new post to address whatever was going on, but had given up on that.

So yeah, let's try something new.

Posted by: HH at October 08, 2013 10:28 AM (XXwdv)

484 I particularly enjoy the gun threads on Sundays, and quite often comment and generally learn something from them.
I don't comment on the foosball or gaming threads at all because I'm not interested in them. I enjoy CAC's astronomy threads a lot and don't comment there either. CBD's cooking threads are fun and I get some recipes from them. Sometimes. NJ BBQ? lol

Posted by: Joethefatman™ (@joethefatman1) at October 08, 2013 10:31 AM (MnSla)

485 I'm trying to find a way where the 5% can actually get a coversation going while the 99% who want to talk about politics also still have their main focus as the active thread.

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 02:25 PM

Another Kaboom piece would work wonders Ace

You'd be surprised how many people want a break from politics just for a little while, if you know which buttons to push

Write it, and they will come

Posted by: kbdabear at October 08, 2013 10:32 AM (aTXUx)

486 Sounds good, Herr Acester.

Posted by: Y-not at October 08, 2013 10:32 AM (5H6zj)

487 Food threads are my favorite. DUH! But I often miss them... prolly because I'm off in the kitchen (barefoot).

Posted by: Y-not at October 08, 2013 10:33 AM (5H6zj)

488 "the problem is that 99% of commenters are ready to talk any time about politics, but only, say, 5% are ready to talk about cooking, or gaming, or astronomy, or whatnot. I'm trying to find a way where the 5% can actually get a coversation going while the 99% who want to talk about politics also still have their main focus as the active thread."

Why is this a problem? To point out the obvious, this is a political website, it's been that way for as long as I've been here. It's your place you can do what you want but I come for the politics, snark and your writing ability, not guns or cooking.

Posted by: lowandslow at October 08, 2013 10:36 AM (7Nq2G)

489 I hope part of this new policy will include at least one thread on Syria per hour. ;-)

Posted by: Y-not at October 08, 2013 10:39 AM (5H6zj)

490

Ace-- All this has a REALLY easy solution---THREAD CZARS!

WE NEED Thread Czars-- then everything will be wonderful.

I nominate ME as 1st Thread Czar.

Posted by: rld77 at October 08, 2013 10:40 AM (gObCt)

491 >>WE NEED Thread Czars-- then everything will be wonderful. With trooper hats and billy clubs.

Posted by: Y-not at October 08, 2013 10:41 AM (5H6zj)

492 It's your place you can do what you want but I come for the politics, snark and your writing ability, not guns or cooking.

Posted by: lowandslow at October 08, 2013 02:36 PM (7Nq2G)

Ummm dude, what ace is saying is that don't post political stuff where people are talking about books, guns, football, cooking etc.

Just stay on topic, that's all.

Not hard to understand...

Posted by: HH at October 08, 2013 10:43 AM (XXwdv)

493 THIS IS OUTRAGEOUS !

I REFUSE TO NEGOTIATE !!!

Posted by: RonUSA at October 08, 2013 10:43 AM (EaqMa)

494 We probably do need more threads, for the ladies, on how to make a proper sandwich and the best swimwear to wear when making said sandwich, but that's just common sense.

Posted by: Dr Spank at October 08, 2013 10:43 AM (qRasw)

495 "Another Kaboom piece would work wonders."

How about a serious critique Clutch Cargo, yet another childhood memory travesty.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFnLirXjjto

Posted by: Levin at October 08, 2013 10:44 AM (uGiHE)

496 I had to leave the political thread. I was getting a not-so-fresh feeling. It's nice to have someplace clean to retreat to. Someplace with ***^^^THREAD CZARS??^^^*** and ^^^BILLY CLUBS??^^^^ SMH

Posted by: NewEnglandDevil at October 08, 2013 10:45 AM (73P68)

497 @ 504-- SWIMWEAR!!!--- you must be a facist too!---Underthingy's be MUCH more appealing!

Posted by: rld77 at October 08, 2013 10:46 AM (gObCt)

498 "Ummm dude, what ace is saying is that don't post political stuff where people are talking about books, guns, football, cooking etc.
Just stay on topic, that's all.
Not hard to understand...

Posted by: HH at October 08, 2013 02:43 PM (XXwdv)"

And my answer to that is, who cares if we talk politics on those threads? I got more of a problem with threads on politics turning into chat room on peoples personal lives.

Posted by: lowandslow at October 08, 2013 10:47 AM (7Nq2G)

499 "you must be a facist too!---Underthingy's be MUCH more appealing!"

Only while wearing Lace Wigs...

Posted by: HH at October 08, 2013 10:49 AM (XXwdv)

500 504 We probably do need more threads, for the ladies, on how to make a proper sandwich and the best swimwear to wear when making said sandwich, but that's just common sense.

Posted by: Dr Spank at October 08, 2013 02:43 PM (qRasw)

The proper attire for ladies making sammiches is a frilly french maid outfit. No other is necessary. Sans attire works too.

Posted by: Joethefatman™ (@joethefatman1) at October 08, 2013 10:49 AM (MnSla)

501 I'd like to make a motion that swimwear and underthingy's are both approved for sammich making. It might not be a clean resolution, but can we at least agree on something?

Posted by: california red at October 08, 2013 10:51 AM (7jrCM)

502 "And my answer to that is, who cares if we talk politics on those threads?"

WE DO! Those of us who are on a book thread or whatever, do indeed mind.

How selfish can you be? You are what ace is talking about.

Don't you get it?

Jesus H...

Posted by: HH at October 08, 2013 10:52 AM (XXwdv)

503 Since Mr. Empire and I are just getting back into archery after a Very Long hiatus, I'd love to see an archery thread now and then. (Recurves and compounds here. One crossbow I can't cock.)

Posted by: Empire1 at October 08, 2013 10:53 AM (eRlgn)

504 Elvis Costello is as brainlessly left-wing as they get yeah, but, I still saw him in concert

Posted by: artisanal 'ette at October 08, 2013 10:54 AM (IXrOn)

505 @ 511 cal red-- I 2nd your motion as long as we include joethefatman's frilly French maid and that sans attire thingy too.

Posted by: rld77 at October 08, 2013 10:56 AM (gObCt)

506 True, polynikes, there are so many more commenters here since ace became famous...er, notorious or whatever.

Posted by: PJ at October 08, 2013 10:57 AM (ZWaLo)

507 504 We probably do need more threads, for the ladies, on how to make a proper sandwich... --- I'd prefer one on hair-braiding and pillow fights.

Posted by: Y-not at October 08, 2013 10:57 AM (5H6zj)

508 One crossbow I can't cock--sounds kinky!

Posted by: rld77 at October 08, 2013 10:57 AM (gObCt)

509 "How selfish can you be? You are what ace is talking about."

Selfish? Join a fuck'n book club if you need to talk about books, visit the thousand some odd gun forums if it's so important for you to talk guns.
I go to political website to talk politics. I don't know what ace's plans are but attracting eyeballs to the site ain't about astronomy or guns or freak'n books.

Posted by: lowandslow at October 08, 2013 10:58 AM (7Nq2G)

510 We probably do need more threads, for the ladies, on how to make a proper sandwich and the best swimwear to wear when making said sandwich, but that's just common sense. Posted by: Dr Spank at October 08, 2013 02:43 PM (qRasw) swimwear? ladies? Looking for a clean resolution?

Posted by: artisanal 'ette at October 08, 2013 11:00 AM (IXrOn)

511

ARTICLE 1: IN THE INTEREST OF PROMOTING THE AESTHETIC, FLAVOR, AND GENERAL QUALITY OF THE SAMMICH; THE FOLLOWING ATTIRE IS APPROVED FOR ALL SAMMICH MAKING: SWIMWEAR, FRILLY FRENCH MAID OUTFIT. SANS ATTIRE IS APPROVED FOR SAMMICH MAKING IF THE SHE-PERSON/SAMMICHMAKER ***KEEPS THINGS TIDY*** (IN THE INTERESTS OF SANITATION, YOU SEE).

MOTION: I MOVE TO ADOPT ARTICLE 1.

Posted by: NewEnglandDevil at October 08, 2013 11:00 AM (73P68)

512 So, I'm guessing an Archery Post would be short and to the...

Ah, never-mind!

Posted by: HH at October 08, 2013 11:00 AM (XXwdv)

513 HH
It might even be on targ... right never mind.

Posted by: Joethefatman™ (@joethefatman1) at October 08, 2013 11:02 AM (MnSla)

514 This is a nig f'ing deal.

Posted by: dan pfeiffer at October 08, 2013 11:03 AM (Mdnaj)

515 Posted by: lowandslow

Mayhaps I have missed the humor of your nic.

Knowing myself, quite probable.

Posted by: HH at October 08, 2013 11:06 AM (XXwdv)

516 Time to return to lurking for a while. later.

Posted by: Joethefatman™ (@joethefatman1) at October 08, 2013 11:09 AM (MnSla)

517

I dont think this will work. Morons is stoopid.

Perhaps you could have sections like they do at the Breitbart site?

Posted by: Anabolic State at October 08, 2013 11:10 AM (IVRIf)

518 A gaggle of morons isn't stupid but a herd of morons is in fact pretty damn stupid.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 11:13 AM (KXm42)

519 >>>Selfish? Join a fuck'n book club if you need to talk about books, visit the thousand some odd gun forums if it's so important for you to talk guns.
I go to political website to talk politics. I don't know what ace's plans are but attracting eyeballs to the site ain't about astronomy or guns or freak'n books.

What a surprise to find you of all people posting this. What a selfish turd.

Did it ever occur to you that Ace of Spades HQ used to be something far more than just a "political website?" It was once (before you started hanging around, which is probably not entirely uncoincidental) a CULTURAL HUMOR site with open conservative politics. A lot of people -- whose opinions are infinitely more valuable than yours -- would like to see it return to that format. If we lose the 'benefit' of your readership, then que sera, sera.

Take it from one who knows about these things: you are a truly remarkable asshole.

Posted by: #1 Q of the White House Press Corps at October 08, 2013 11:14 AM (n/+FT)

520 lowandslow is being obstreper...

obstrepeter..

obs...

lowandslow is being obtuse.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 11:15 AM (KXm42)

521 Shit, sock off.

Posted by: Jeff B. at October 08, 2013 11:15 AM (n/+FT)

522

This strategy makes little sense since a thread is not a zero-sum game. It's not like political posters are crowding out on-topic posters and making it impossible for them to post. Most probably all this will accomplish will be to demonstrate how relatively unpopular and sparsely-commented upon the "non-political" posts are.

Off-topic commenting will continue on the political posts, somewhat proving my point.

Posted by: DAve at October 08, 2013 11:15 AM (b7yum)

523 Damn Jeff that two in a row that were good.

You on a roll bitch.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 11:17 AM (KXm42)

524

looks like we solved the great sammich crisis, but yet we stillhave dickheads like 519.

Posted by: california red at October 08, 2013 11:17 AM (7jrCM)

525 Droppin "que sera sera" bombs on bitches and shit.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 11:18 AM (KXm42)

526

If you really want to bring it, you should have the cobs post the open thread ABOVE their non-political thread.

Posted by: tankdemon at October 08, 2013 11:21 AM (WLaxT)

527 It's not like political posters are crowding out on-topic posters and making it impossible for them to post.

Apparently the management would disagree with you on that.

Off-topic commenting will continue on the political posts, somewhat proving my point.

Which the management has signed off on as being kosher.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 11:21 AM (KXm42)

528 "Posted by: Jeff B. at October 08, 2013 03:15 PM (n/+FT)"

Really? You're going top lecture people on being here? The one gutless fucking asshole everyone and I mean everyone, would be happy to see leave?

Posted by: lowandslow at October 08, 2013 11:22 AM (7Nq2G)

529 As long as you throw in the occasional existential breakfast cereal thread, I'm fine with it.

Posted by: Cap'n Crunch's Jaunty Hat at October 08, 2013 11:23 AM (TCqhy)

530 Cap'n Crunch "Stolen Valor" -- classic.

Posted by: eleven at October 08, 2013 11:24 AM (KXm42)

531 Thread czar! if it is an actual position i want it. I am pedantic, vindictive, and obedient to higher authority. i love arbitrary rules and punishing all who dont toe the straight and narrow. When Nietzche said "distrust all in whom the urge to punish is powerful" he was talking about me. please please please give me petty authority or I will send a resume to the park service.

Posted by: losthusker the terrible at October 08, 2013 11:28 AM (bcWmn)

532 >>>Really? You're going top lecture people on being here? The one gutless fucking asshole everyone and I mean everyone, would be happy to see leave?

Yes. I am lecturing you here. Because my point is objectively correct, regardless of your opinion of the person making it: you are a selfish turd. FACT.

And if you think that "everyone and I mean everyone" would be happy to see me leave then I'm afraid you are in for a sadly rude awakening. I'm not Mr. Popularity, I'm well aware of that, but you would probably be cruelly surprised how the voting would go if, say, the two of us were to put up head-to-head in a Survivor "vote off the island" challenge.

Posted by: Jeff B. at October 08, 2013 11:32 AM (n/+FT)

533 First, anytime someone posts a Non-Political Thread, and there is no politically-oriented post which has been posted recently (say, within the past hour), I'll ask the person posting the Non-Political Thread to also post an Open Thread just below. Wouldn't that be "just above"? I see all the new stuff at the top, so if something political is put up and the non-political comes after, it would be...above. Right?

Posted by: Blacque Jacques Shellacque at October 08, 2013 11:37 AM (vd7A8)

534 Er, switch the terms...

Posted by: Blacque Jacques Shellacque at October 08, 2013 11:38 AM (vd7A8)

535 "I'm not Mr. Popularity, I'm well aware of that, but you would probably be cruelly surprised how the voting would go if, say, the two of us were to put up head-to-head in a Survivor "vote off the island" challenge."

Good fucking grief, you realize you're supposed to be a grown man and yet you just wrote that.

Posted by: lowandslow at October 08, 2013 11:53 AM (7Nq2G)

536 The proper attire for ladies making sammiches is a frilly french maid outfit. No other is necessary. Sans attire works too. Mayhap for the youthful set. At my age, it's slacks and a tee or sweatshirt. And no snotty attitude from the one requesting a sandwich.

Posted by: Empire1 at October 08, 2013 12:08 PM (eRlgn)

537

Mayhap for the youthful set. At my age, it's slacks and a tee or sweatshirt. And no snotty attitude from the one requesting a sandwich.

Hmm-- I got's to think about that one----Oh yeah! you be one of da sammich makers!--- Ok --sammich makers is 35 and lessers and they gets slobbering attitudes --not snotty ones, from requesters.

Could you please drop that loaf of bread again???

Posted by: rld77 at October 08, 2013 12:21 PM (gObCt)

538

Posted by: ace at October 08, 2013 02:22 PM (/IWYB)

awesome. i can still blather on about gobbledy-gook.

just keep my gobbledy-gook in the political threads.

got it. should be easy enough.

thanks, ace!

Posted by: i like anchors at October 08, 2013 12:46 PM (MRpbd)

539 Seems apropo. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pk7yqlTMvp8&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Posted by: Beau Jest at October 08, 2013 12:50 PM (Y7Tsb)

540 Apropos. Woops.

Posted by: Beau Jest at October 08, 2013 12:52 PM (Y7Tsb)

541 "At my age, it's slacks and a tee or sweatshirt. And no snotty attitude from the one requesting a sandwich."

WHAT??? No apron or a Pearl necklace? Jeez, what has this country come to?

Totally agree however about the snotty attitude. If I didn't make it myself, can't complain...

Well, at home anyhow.

Posted by: HH at October 08, 2013 12:58 PM (XXwdv)

542 Whut?

Posted by: Bitter Clinger and All That (Ecclesiates 9:11) at October 08, 2013 01:17 PM (lAZep)

543 This is going to go over as well as trying to herd an angry herd of cats with rabies - - on meth.

Posted by: mesablue at October 08, 2013 01:24 PM (tRxTH)

544 *tilts head like a confused dog*

Posted by: Patrick in Michigan at October 08, 2013 01:32 PM (OhrW4)

545 I like the new posting segregation --> Makes the first "I'd hit it." post much easier to find!

Posted by: MoJoTee at October 08, 2013 02:24 PM (e1kfW)

546 I like the new posting segregation --> Makes the first "I'd hit it." post much easier to find!

Posted by: MoJoTee at October 08, 2013 02:24 PM (e1kfW)

547 Sounds like an excellent idea. Just as a matter of effectiveness, it would probably be more successful if you put the open thread above the niche thread instead of below. The people that want to comment in the gun thread, for example, will still likely scroll down to get to it.

Assuming that someone actually remembers to post the gun thread. /grumble

Posted by: Anon Y. Mous at October 08, 2013 02:38 PM (IN7k+)

548

It's a good idea, Ace.

But I think it will be tough to enforce it.

When breaking news is happening, it's kinda nice to get a heads-up about it from the commenters here.

One of the cool things about your site, Ace, is the freedom that you allow your commenters to have here.

I will abide by your wishes, though.

Posted by: wheatie at October 08, 2013 03:37 PM (7CgKa)

549 Goes triple for football threads. I want to escape the political nonsense for a few hours on the weekends.

Posted by: logprof at October 08, 2013 06:23 PM (bufJH)

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