Happy Birthday Ben!

I B Hankering's Avatar
Today marks the 306th anniversary of Dr. Benjamin Franklin’s birth. Franklin was a man of notable intelligence. He helped write both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Additionally, he was known for his sage advice:

  • "A penny saved is a penny earned."
  • "All wars are follies, very expensive and mischievous ones."
  • "Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety."
It’s truly a shame that few, if any, of our modern politicians abide by the tenets of either the Constitution or this Founding Father’s sage words of wisdom.
CuteOldGuy's Avatar
You forgot his answer to the question "What kind of government did you give us?" which was "A republic, if you can keep it." Sorry, Ben. We tried.
TheDaliLama's Avatar
You forgot his answer to the question "What kind of government did you give us?" which was "A republic, if you can keep it." Sorry, Ben. We tried. Originally Posted by CuteOldGuy
Oh Gwad.... could you be more mela dramatic?

Can't you just say happy birthday without the "Sorry Ben. We tried" crap?

You would have had a great mod on aspd.

I can see you and Hambone being asshole buddies.
TheDaliLama's Avatar
In fact you and Rat Boy Jam must have found the same kool aide.
CuteOldGuy's Avatar
A post so nice, it posted twice. Do you think Ben would be proud of what we have done to his country? Check out my thread on Madison, you might get an idea.
TheDaliLama's Avatar
A post so nice, it posted twice. Do you think Ben would be proud of what we have done to his country? Check out my thread on Madison, you might get an idea. Originally Posted by CuteOldGuy

OMG Do I have to? Read ANOTHER one of your endless topics?

Check out my Dinner for 6 first.
CuteOldGuy's Avatar
Certainly, your Assholiness. I will try to get to it before this free and open republic shuts down the Internet.
TheDaliLama's Avatar
Oh stop it...you hysterical douche bag.
CuteOldGuy's Avatar
Yes, Your Assholiness. If it pleases your Assholiness, may I remind you of the threat of SOPA and PIPA? Government attempts to censor the internet? You may not have heard about them. By your leave, Your Assholiness.