Re: [Biofuel] US Intelligent Design Campaign and natural disaster hits oil prices.
ok, i'm getting really confused. it's been forever since my sunday school days, but i thought the real story had something to do with klingons and uranus. . . . -chris b. ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
Re: [Biofuel] US Intelligent Design Campaign and natural disaster hits oil prices.
no, no Mike, the real truth about origins can be found in the following: http://www.venganza.org/ (you really need to follow the link for the graphs.) TO KANSAS SCHOOL BOARD I am writing you with much concern after having read of your hearing to decide whether the alternative theory of Intelligent Design should be taught along with the theory of Evolution. I think we can all agree that it is important for students to hear multiple viewpoints so they can choose for themselves the theory that makes the most sense to them. I am concerned, however, that students will only hear one theory of Intelligent Design. Let us remember that there are multiple theories of Intelligent Design. I and many others around the world are of the strong belief that the universe was created by a Flying Spaghetti Monster. It was He who created all that we see and all that we feel. We feel strongly that the overwhelming scientific evidence pointing towards evolutionary processes is nothing but a coincidence, put in place by Him. It is for this reason that I’m writing you today, to formally request that this alternative theory be taught in your schools, along with the other two theories. In fact, I will go so far as to say, if you do not agree to do this, we will be forced to proceed with legal action. I’m sure you see where we are coming from. If the Intelligent Design theory is not based on faith, but instead another scientific theory, as is claimed, then you must also allow our theory to be taught, as it is also based on science, not on faith. Some find that hard to believe, so it may be helpful to tell you a little more about our beliefs. We have evidence that a Flying Spaghetti Monster created the universe. None of us, of course, were around to see it, but we have written accounts of it. We have several lengthy volumes explaining all details of His power. Also, you may be surprised to hear that there are over 10 million of us, and growing. We tend to be very secretive, as many people claim our beliefs are not substantiated by observable evidence. What these people don’t understand is that He built the world to make us think the earth is older than it really is. For example, a scientist may perform a carbon-dating process on an artifact. He finds that approximately 75% of the Carbon-14 has decayed by electron emission to Nitrogen-14, and infers that this artifact is approximately 10,000 years old, as the half-life of Carbon-14 appears to be 5,730 years. But what our scientist does not realize is that every time he makes a measurement, the Flying Spaghetti Monster is there changing the results with His Noodly Appendage. We have numerous texts that describe in detail how this can be possible and the reasons why He does this. He is of course invisible and can pass through normal matter with ease. I’m sure you now realize how important it is that your students are taught this alternate theory. It is absolutely imperative that they realize that observable evidence is at the discretion of a Flying Spaghetti Monster. Furthermore, it is disrespectful to teach our beliefs without wearing His chosen outfit, which of course is full pirate regalia. I cannot stress the importance of this enough, and unfortunately cannot describe in detail why this must be done as I fear this letter is already becoming too long. The concise explanation is that He becomes angry if we don’t. You may be interested to know that global warming, earthquakes, hurricanes, and other natural disasters are a direct effect of the shrinking numbers of Pirates since the 1800s. For your interest, I have included a graph of the approximate number of pirates versus the average global temperature over the last 200 years. As you can see, there is a statistically significant inverse relationship between pirates and global temperature. In conclusion, thank you for taking the time to hear our views and beliefs. I hope I was able to convey the importance of teaching this theory to your students. We will of course be able to train the teachers in this alternate theory. I am eagerly awaiting your response, and hope dearly that no legal action will need to be taken. I think we can all look forward to the time when these three theories are given equal time in our science classrooms across the country, and eventually the world; One third time for Intelligent Design, one third time for Flying Spaghetti Monsterism, and one third time for logical conjecture based on overwhelming observable evidence. Mike Weaver wrote: Well, despite all the hoopla put forth by our religiously-minded national leaders here in the US, I am have been shocked to find NO support for my campaign to replace evolution with the oldest documented evidence of Intelligent Design. Hinduism is easily 7000 years old, and clearly the most likely candidate in terms of a continuing body of knowledge, and successful propagation. NONE of the
Re: [Biofuel] US Intelligent Design Campaign and natural disaster hits oil prices.
Bob, Bob, Bob. You poor deluded fool. I think everyone knows the world exists on a Great White Handkerchief, and will end when The Great Sneeze comes. If you don't change your thinking, you, and all unbelievers, will be cast into everlasting snot. The Flying Spaghetti Monster is a false idol. You have tricked by the forces of darkness into believing that there is free marinara for everyone, we will never run out of parmasean, and that the noodle goes on forever. Not true. I will pray for you. More importantly, YOU can help spread the work by sending your contribution to Committee to Advance Spiritual Handkerchiefism, or to make is easier, just make it out to CASH and forward to me. Bless you. -Mike bob allen wrote: no, no Mike, the real truth about origins can be found in the following: http://www.venganza.org/ (you really need to follow the link for the graphs.) TO KANSAS SCHOOL BOARD I am writing you with much concern after having read of your hearing to decide whether the alternative theory of Intelligent Design should be taught along with the theory of Evolution. I think we can all agree that it is important for students to hear multiple viewpoints so they can choose for themselves the theory that makes the most sense to them. I am concerned, however, that students will only hear one theory of Intelligent Design. Let us remember that there are multiple theories of Intelligent Design. I and many others around the world are of the strong belief that the universe was created by a Flying Spaghetti Monster. It was He who created all that we see and all that we feel. We feel strongly that the overwhelming scientific evidence pointing towards evolutionary processes is nothing but a coincidence, put in place by Him. It is for this reason that I’m writing you today, to formally request that this alternative theory be taught in your schools, along with the other two theories. In fact, I will go so far as to say, if you do not agree to do this, we will be forced to proceed with legal action. I’m sure you see where we are coming from. If the Intelligent Design theory is not based on faith, but instead another scientific theory, as is claimed, then you must also allow our theory to be taught, as it is also based on science, not on faith. Some find that hard to believe, so it may be helpful to tell you a little more about our beliefs. We have evidence that a Flying Spaghetti Monster created the universe. None of us, of course, were around to see it, but we have written accounts of it. We have several lengthy volumes explaining all details of His power. Also, you may be surprised to hear that there are over 10 million of us, and growing. We tend to be very secretive, as many people claim our beliefs are not substantiated by observable evidence. What these people don’t understand is that He built the world to make us think the earth is older than it really is. For example, a scientist may perform a carbon-dating process on an artifact. He finds that approximately 75% of the Carbon-14 has decayed by electron emission to Nitrogen-14, and infers that this artifact is approximately 10,000 years old, as the half-life of Carbon-14 appears to be 5,730 years. But what our scientist does not realize is that every time he makes a measurement, the Flying Spaghetti Monster is there changing the results with His Noodly Appendage. We have numerous texts that describe in detail how this can be possible and the reasons why He does this. He is of course invisible and can pass through normal matter with ease. I’m sure you now realize how important it is that your students are taught this alternate theory. It is absolutely imperative that they realize that observable evidence is at the discretion of a Flying Spaghetti Monster. Furthermore, it is disrespectful to teach our beliefs without wearing His chosen outfit, which of course is full pirate regalia. I cannot stress the importance of this enough, and unfortunately cannot describe in detail why this must be done as I fear this letter is already becoming too long. The concise explanation is that He becomes angry if we don’t. You may be interested to know that global warming, earthquakes, hurricanes, and other natural disasters are a direct effect of the shrinking numbers of Pirates since the 1800s. For your interest, I have included a graph of the approximate number of pirates versus the average global temperature over the last 200 years. As you can see, there is a statistically significant inverse relationship between pirates and global temperature. In conclusion, thank you for taking the time to hear our views and beliefs. I hope I was able to convey the importance of teaching this theory to your students. We will of course be able to train the teachers in this alternate theory. I am eagerly awaiting your response, and hope dearly that no legal action will need to be taken. I think we can all look
Re: [Biofuel] US Intelligent Design Campaign and natural disaster hits oil prices.
Thank you Bob, this is too funny, Also have a look at these disclaimer stickers. http://www.swarthmore.edu/NatSci/cpurrin1/textbookdisclaimers/ Taryn ornae.com On Aug 30, 2005, at 8:32 AM, bob allen wrote: no, no Mike, the real truth about origins can be found in the following: http://www.venganza.org/ (you really need to follow the link for the graphs.) TO KANSAS SCHOOL BOARD I am writing you with much concern after having read of your hearing to decide whether the alternative theory of Intelligent Design should be taught along with the theory of Evolution. I think we can all agree that it is important for students to hear multiple viewpoints so they can choose for themselves the theory that makes the most sense to them. I am concerned, however, that students will only hear one theory of Intelligent Design. Let us remember that there are multiple theories of Intelligent Design. I and many others around the world are of the strong belief that the universe was created by a Flying Spaghetti Monster. It was He who created all that we see and all that we feel. We feel strongly that the overwhelming scientific evidence pointing towards evolutionary processes is nothing but a coincidence, put in place by Him. ... ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
[Biofuel] US Intelligent Design Campaign and natural disaster hits oil prices.
Well, despite all the hoopla put forth by our religiously-minded national leaders here in the US, I am have been shocked to find NO support for my campaign to replace evolution with the oldest documented evidence of Intelligent Design. Hinduism is easily 7000 years old, and clearly the most likely candidate in terms of a continuing body of knowledge, and successful propagation. NONE of the educators will even give the time of day - not even in Kansas. I'm beginning to believe that when they say Intelligent Design they mean only THEIR notion - an old man with a white beard who created the world is 6 days and then rested. Frankly I'm puzzled. The Vedas (generally regarded as the earliest piece of written Hindu work) are the spiritual laws binding upon all of creation and even upon God. It is believed that each veda was written by multiple enlightened beings (Hindus) over a long period of time. Oil Breaches $70 as Hurricane Shuts Gulf of Mexico Production ListenListen javascript:audioPlayer(%22A=41642397clipName=Oil Breaches $70 as Hurricane Shuts Gulf of Mexico Production %22) Aug. 29 (Bloomberg) -- Crude oil rose, at one point reaching a record $70.80 a barrel in New York, after Hurricane Katrina forced companies to evacuate platforms in the Gulf of Mexico, where 30 percent of U.S. oil is produced. Oil jumped as much as $4.67, or 7.1 percent, the biggest increase in 29 months. Natural gas, heating oil and gasoline climbed to all-time highs as well. Investors are concerned Katrina, the fiercest storm to strike the U.S. Gulf coast since 1969, will rupture pipelines, rip rigs from their moorings and disrupt production for weeks. Hurricane Ivan last September cut the region's oil output by as much as 80 percent. ``There is a long list of production and refineries out because of the hurricane,'' said Tom Bentz, an oil broker at BNP Paribas Commodity Futures Inc. in New York. ``The course is similar to what we saw with Ivan last year, which hit production for a long time.'' Crude oil for October delivery rose $1.12, or 1.7 percent, to $67.25 a barrel at the 2:30 p.m. close of floor trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange. Prices peaked within 1 minute of the opening of electronic trading. Futures are 56 percent higher than a year ago. Natural Gas Nymex declared force majeure on deliveries of natural gas sold under the August futures contract after Katrina forced the Henry Hub in Louisiana to shut. Force majeure allows producers to avoid penalties for failing to deliver supplies because of unforeseen events. Futures contracts settled on the exchange are delivered to the Henry Hub. Natural gas for September delivery jumped $1.458, or 15 percent, to $11.25 per million British thermal units in New York. Futures touched $12.07, the highest since trading began in 1990. Prices have more than doubled in the past year. ``Natural gas is the real worry,'' said Bill O'Grady, assistant director of market analysis at A.G. Edwards Sons in St. Louis. ``Unfortunately we can't import the missing production. This is largely a domestic market.'' Katrina had sustained winds near 125 miles per hour (201 kph), the National Hurricane Center said at 10 a.m. local time. The hurricane's center was about 35 miles (56 kilometers) east of New Orleans. Katrina was moving north at about 16 mph, the Miami-based center said. Strategic Reserve The U.S. filled its Strategic Petroleum Reserve, the nation's emergency stockpile of crude oil, to the 700 million- barrel level ordered by President George W. Bush after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. The Energy Department loaned some oil to refiners whose supply was disrupted by Ivan. Bush is considering tapping the reserve to help oil producers hobbled by Katrina, his spokesman Scott McClellan said. No decisions have been made, though loaning oil from the reserve is an option, he said. ``The Department of Energy is monitoring the situation. They will make assessments as they are able to do so and that's really where it stands right now,'' McClellan told reporters today aboard Air Force One as the president traveled to Arizona. U.S. crude-oil supplies jumped 1.9 million barrels in the week ended Aug. 19, the fourth-straight increase, to 322.9 million, according to an Energy Department report on Aug. 24. Stockpiles are more than 10 percent higher than a year ago. ``The biggest impact may be damage to the port facilities south of New Orleans,'' said Adam Sieminski, chief energy economist at Deutsche Bank AG in New York. ``We have no way of knowing now how badly they are damaged.'' Louisiana Oil Port The Louisiana Offshore Oil Port, the biggest U.S. oil import terminal, stopped unloading tankers on Aug. 28. The port is 20 miles off the coast and handles about 1 million barrels of crude oil a day, or 11 percent of U.S. imports. LOOP stopped making pipeline shipments to refineries from its onshore facilities yesterday.
