Posted on 06/16/2011 6:34:16 PM PDT by Rennes Templar
Here’s a funny one. When I was finishing up my post, my SPACE-BAR key got stuck down.
And interestingly enough, (and something I didn’t know until now), hitting the spacebar while the “post” button has focus actually PUSHES the “Post” button, just as if you click on it.
So my computer was merrily doing a repeat space command ON THE POST button. Eventually I closed out the window, and then I got my space bar unstuck.
Hopefully, we’ll get the mess cleaned up here shortly.
Public hysteria can be created with misinformation.
This kid didn't do any basic fact checking; which I assume was intentional. I think his intent was to “create” a story to enhance his resume.
I find that repulsive; especially in a situation where I know people on the inside of the situation.
The Internet has created an environment where anyone can state anything with no factual basis.
I assume we on FR are a better cut of people. I assume people are checking some basic validity of a story before posting it. When I read a thread that someone has started; I assume that poster is being prudent with their sources.
Those news leaks were shutdown after the severity became clear about 1-2 weeks into the event. My guess is Obama ordered the leakage stopped and ordered the coverup, since the MSM will only listen to him. BTW - He has come out in support of nuclear power since this catastrophe. It is one of the cornerstones of the green renewable energy push. His support though among his leftist core is dropping significantly. Partly because of the way he is handling the nuclear crisis in Japan, but primarily from other actions such as his war in Libya. So my guess is as the damage in Japan worsens, we will eventually see some of the MSM jump the Obama/GE bandwagon.
They should ok at Ft Calhoun. They have a huge amount of resources there.
I will get a more detailed update today!
From the NRC.
http://public-blog.nrc-gateway.gov/2011/06/17/rumors-and-the-rising-river/
I suppose the late night talk shows will say this is part of the coverup!!
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