# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=316 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 317 --- ## [Did you know this Olive Garden cliche?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-you-know-this-olive-garden-cliche/854712)
**Author:** [@Little\_Nemo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Nemo)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 11:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-you-know-this-olive-garden-cliche/854712 "2020-06-07T11:38:11Z")
I just heard it for the first time today but I googled it and apparently it’s a real thing. The cliche is that Olive Garden is the place you take your boyfriend/girlfriend to in order to break up with them. Like I said… --- ## [Which countries have the least problem with racial inequality?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-countries-have-the-least-problem-with-racial-inequality/854992)
**Author:** [@Machine\_Elf](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Machine_Elf)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 3:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-countries-have-the-least-problem-with-racial-inequality/854992 "2020-06-07T03:48:02Z")
The US certainly isn’t the only country in the world where racism is causing major problems. I’m guessing it’s not even the worst. Going in the other direction, what countries have the least problems with racial discri… --- ## [Do you think Americans feel threatened by protests at government buildings?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-think-americans-feel-threatened-by-protests-at-government-buildings/855030)
**Author:** [@Leaper](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Leaper)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 2:01am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-think-americans-feel-threatened-by-protests-at-government-buildings/855030 "2020-06-07T02:01:39Z")
So apparently, tear gas was used on protestors in front of the White House. That got me thinking: the average citizen can get pretty scared when they see mass protest on city streets; they imagine (or know) it’s happenin… --- ## [Fiberglass cars](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fiberglass-cars/854772)
**Author:** [@lobotomyboy63](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/lobotomyboy63)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 1:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fiberglass-cars/854772 "2020-06-07T01:25:17Z")
I have no idea where to post this. Many years ago (let’s say 1976) I wanted a zoomy car. Corvette, Ferrari, Lamborghini, ok, that’s the ballpark I want. Fast. Well along came these companies that would sell you a sex… --- ## [What if Trump refuses to leave the WH?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-if-trump-refuses-to-leave-the-wh/810845)
**Author:** [@enipla](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/enipla)\ **Replies:** 70\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 12:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-if-trump-refuses-to-leave-the-wh/810845 "2020-06-07T00:17:33Z")
Total hypothetical. Say Trump (or any President) declares that he is President for life and ignores the next election. Or ignores impeachment. I’m just kind of wondering who would usher him out? He would basically be… --- ## [Am I being scammed?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/am-i-being-scammed/854816)
**Author:** [@Jumpbass](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jumpbass)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 11:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/am-i-being-scammed/854816 "2020-06-06T23:15:08Z")
As some of you know, I’m a musician by trade. I recently formed a brass quintet to perform for weddings. I joined a national wedding listing site, put up my info and connected with wedding planners in my area. All good. … --- ## [Hydrocele - Experiences?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hydrocele-experiences/782434)
**Author:** [@MeanJoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MeanJoe)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 6:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hydrocele-experiences/782434 "2020-06-06T18:47:19Z")
First of all - I’m not looking for medical advice. I’ve been to my general practitioner and I am scheduling to see a specialist. I’m just looking for other’s experiences on a matter related to health. So, that out of … --- ## [How young is too young for a funeral?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-young-is-too-young-for-a-funeral/855024)
**Author:** [@Velocity](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Velocity)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 4:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-young-is-too-young-for-a-funeral/855024 "2020-06-06T16:36:26Z")
Nobody has funerals for miscarriages, and Rick Santorum was mocked for his treatment of his wife’s pre-term delivery and stillborn baby death. But what age is too young for a funeral ceremony? Stillborn babies do not g… --- ## [A few questions about learning to code.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-few-questions-about-learning-to-code/855015)
**Author:** [@Unreconstructed\_Man](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Unreconstructed_Man)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2020, 11:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-few-questions-about-learning-to-code/855015 "2020-06-05T23:42:00Z")
I lost my job due to the pandemic and I’m giving serious thought to retraining as a front end web developer. It’s a growth industry (or so I’ve heard), I think I’ll enjoy it, and I’m looking for a change anyway. Since … --- ## [Being called "young man"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/being-called-young-man/854937)
**Author:** [@Dingbang](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dingbang)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2020, 10:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/being-called-young-man/854937 "2020-06-05T22:23:04Z")
Several times recently people in retail or customer interaction called me “young man” and I bristled every time because I am not a young man, expecially to these people. Anyone else encounter this, and do you feel it’s c… --- ## [Strange merchandising, must be fraudulent, but how?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/strange-merchandising-must-be-fraudulent-but-how/855099)
**Author:** [@Musicat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Musicat)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2020, 3:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/strange-merchandising-must-be-fraudulent-but-how/855099 "2020-06-05T15:26:39Z")
I have been involved in two transactions in the last 60 days, and I’m starting to see a pattern. I’m curious how this works. Something is advertised (not eBay); the product data is, at first look, indistinguishable fro… --- ## [Is it time to say goodbye to my dog?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-time-to-say-goodbye-to-my-dog/854864)
**Author:** [@Living\_Well\_Is\_Best\_Revenge](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Living_Well_Is_Best_Revenge)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2020, 11:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-time-to-say-goodbye-to-my-dog/854864 "2020-06-04T23:21:51Z")
I have at least a 13-year-old mixed breed. He is relatively healthy except for spinal arthritis which makes it very hard for him to move on slick floors and in order to squat to use the bathroom. He seems to have lost co… --- ## [Poll: Will FTL and Time Travel Ever Be Possible?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/poll-will-ftl-and-time-travel-ever-be-possible/854810)
**Author:** [@Jim\_B](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jim_B)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2020, 5:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/poll-will-ftl-and-time-travel-ever-be-possible/854810 "2020-06-04T17:45:08Z")
I could have posted this in GD as a science question. Science fiction certainly has done it to death. But I thought it would be more fun to post it as an opinion poll. I’m serious. Will faster-than-light velocity and ti… --- ## [Sex Offenders](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sex-offenders/645805)
**Author:** [@Simple\_Linctus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Simple_Linctus)\ **Replies:** 92\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2020, 5:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sex-offenders/645805 "2020-06-04T17:44:23Z")
I am aware that the answers to the following will differ hugely by country/state but would like to hear them for any jursitriciton anyone knows about. \[ol\] \[li\]What did the typical sex offender do? \[/li\]\[li\]Or if that … --- ## [What is the most common house hold chore that almost never gets done?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-most-common-house-hold-chore-that-almost-never-gets-done/854989)
**Author:** [@Grrr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grrr)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2020, 4:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-most-common-house-hold-chore-that-almost-never-gets-done/854989 "2020-06-04T16:15:13Z")
I’m going to go with dusting and scrubbing the tub. (Dusting is easy. IDK why I don’t do it more often.) --- ## [Someone parked a Trailer on my land. What are my options?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/someone-parked-a-trailer-on-my-land-what-are-my-options/855000)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2020, 3:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/someone-parked-a-trailer-on-my-land-what-are-my-options/855000 "2020-06-04T15:05:50Z")
I own two commercial lots next to a strip mall. I keep them mowed and weedeated. I wanted people to realize it wasn’t a neglected or abandoned property. Today the landscaping company called and said a trailer was parked… --- ## [My next big vacation - where should I go?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-next-big-vacation-where-should-i-go/854990)
**Author:** [@Mean\_Mr.Mustard](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mean_Mr.Mustard)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2020, 3:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-next-big-vacation-where-should-i-go/854990 "2020-06-04T15:03:16Z")
I’m going to retire in 3-4 years. My 40th anniversary is in 3. These are both excuses to daydream about a nice trip. Where should I (actually, we) go? Let’s assume a time period of up to 2 weeks and a budget of 10-15k. … --- ## [Guys, how do you carry your "accessories"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-how-do-you-carry-your-accessories/370660)
**Author:** [@Emilio\_Lizardo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Emilio_Lizardo)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2006, 12:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-how-do-you-carry-your-accessories/370660 "2006-08-30T12:14:05Z")
A while ago someone started an IMHO poll on “what-all crap do you carry with you all the time?” Lots of people carry cell phones, pocket tools, flashlights, palm pilots, &c, as do I. The ladies I imagine, keep such thi… --- ## [What is the best free antivirus software?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-best-free-antivirus-software/854820)
**Author:** [@CCitizen](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CCitizen)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2020, 6:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-best-free-antivirus-software/854820 "2020-06-03T18:31:29Z")
Please share your opinion on positive/negative aspects of anti-viruses. --- ## [Air Purifier that eliminates mold](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/air-purifier-that-eliminates-mold/854753)
**Author:** [@FriarTed](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FriarTed)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2020, 6:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/air-purifier-that-eliminates-mold/854753 "2020-06-03T18:28:50Z")
A friend is having severe health issues which began when she moved into a very old home that has had water damage. Even her cats are getting sick and all signs point to mold exposure as the cause. She is unable to move … --- ## [Invisible fence for dogs?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/invisible-fence-for-dogs/854813)
**Author:** [@Bijou\_Drains](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bijou_Drains)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2020, 1:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/invisible-fence-for-dogs/854813 "2020-06-03T13:12:47Z")
Anyone have one? I think my older dog would be OK with it but maybe not my 4 year old who still acts like a puppy. Both are around lab size. Older dog is Aussie Shepherd mix , younger dog is red tick coonhound. --- ## [Talk to me about dusters please (coats)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/talk-to-me-about-dusters-please-coats/708389)
**Author:** [@flatlined](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/flatlined)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2020, 1:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/talk-to-me-about-dusters-please-coats/708389 "2020-06-03T01:06:20Z")
I’m looking at dusters, the ones that look best to me are from the down under. Like this one. OK, that didn’t work right…scroll down to the combo drover coat. What are rain capes? Can they be used as hoods, or do they j… --- ## [Opinions on moving to Albuquerque](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/opinions-on-moving-to-albuquerque/854835)
**Author:** [@It\_s\_Not\_Rocket\_Surgery](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/It_s_Not_Rocket_Surgery)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2020, 11:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/opinions-on-moving-to-albuquerque/854835 "2020-06-02T23:37:13Z")
It feels like I do a thread like this every couple of months. (In fact, I did one 3 months ago asking about the Hampton Roads area, but I didn’t get that job.) So,here we go again: What are people’s opinions about relo… --- ## [Low-risk, low-reward or high-risk, high-reward?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/low-risk-low-reward-or-high-risk-high-reward/854877)
**Author:** [@Velocity](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Velocity)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2020, 8:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/low-risk-low-reward-or-high-risk-high-reward/854877 "2020-06-02T20:21:10Z")
Without getting into specifics (the scenarios could be myriad), which approach do you generally prefer? --- ## [OLED televisions?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/oled-televisions/854760)
**Author:** [@Dewey\_Finn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dewey_Finn)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2020, 3:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/oled-televisions/854760 "2020-06-02T15:11:07Z")
What do you think about OLED televisions? My current set (the only HDTV I’ve ever owned) is a 46" Sony (1920x1080 resolution) LCD set that I bought in December 2008. Still works but I was thinking of replacing it. So a c… --- ## [Craigslist questions](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/craigslist-questions/854863)
**Author:** [@pullin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/pullin)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2020, 12:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/craigslist-questions/854863 "2020-06-02T12:40:47Z")
Has Craigslist gone the way of ebay? As in, so flooded with commercial sales and scams that it’s no longer usable? I haven’t looked for stuff on CL in over 5 years, and now it seems infested with ads, scams and sketchy… --- ## [Lawn Service](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/lawn-service/854614)
**Author:** [@TRC4941](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TRC4941)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2020, 12:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/lawn-service/854614 "2020-06-02T12:22:51Z")
I was wondering what opinions you all have on lawns and lawn services. Not a service for mowing but spraying for weeds, etc. We have a fairly large yard. We have 5-1/2 acres of land with approximately 1 acre used for … --- ## [If you Would, I Need Help to ID a Summer Bird in Alaska](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-you-would-i-need-help-to-id-a-summer-bird-in-alaska/854894)
**Author:** [@kaiwik](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kaiwik)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2020, 8:36am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-you-would-i-need-help-to-id-a-summer-bird-in-alaska/854894 "2020-06-02T08:36:30Z")
I am trying to occupy my mind with things other than the world suddenly going to hell. On my list of things to figure out is the identity of a particular bird. I do not have a visual of the bird, I only heard the bird ca… --- ## [How do you deal with stupid people in your life?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-deal-with-stupid-people-in-your-life/854785)
**Author:** [@MyFootsZZZ](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MyFootsZZZ)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2020, 3:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-deal-with-stupid-people-in-your-life/854785 "2020-06-02T03:46:22Z")
So my friend thinks that Tower 7 fell because of explosives. No matter what I say, no matter how many illustrations I show him, the Dunning-Kruger effect is strong in this one. I wouldn’t care so much if HE DIDN’T care… … --- ## [How to stay on top of coupons?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-stay-on-top-of-coupons/854507)
**Author:** [@purplehorseshoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/purplehorseshoe)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2020, 12:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-stay-on-top-of-coupons/854507 "2020-06-02T00:29:16Z")
I clip them, then forget where I put them, or forget to bring them to the store, or - my personal favorite - bring them with me and even get the item … but forget to present the coupon at the checkout. How do all y’all … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=315) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=317)