# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=438 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 439 --- ## [Is Bofors 40mm AA gun a "suicide" weapon?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-bofors-40mm-aa-gun-a-suicide-weapon/826048)
**Author:** [@JakeRS](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JakeRS)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2018, 3:52am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-bofors-40mm-aa-gun-a-suicide-weapon/826048 "2018-12-17T03:52:53Z")
My country of Serbia still has the Bofors anti air gun in active service, unfortunately Wikipedia page lists all countries that at some point had it in service, but doesn’t list specifically which countries still activel… --- ## [How much safer are modern cars compared to cars from 20 years ago](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-safer-are-modern-cars-compared-to-cars-from-20-years-ago/825921)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 4:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-safer-are-modern-cars-compared-to-cars-from-20-years-ago/825921 "2018-12-16T16:21:17Z")
I’m not sure if this is the right forum. Basically, how much safer is a 2018 car vs a 1998 car? I know modern cars have things like lane assist, brake assist, cameras, etc but do those reduce the number of accidents? B… --- ## [The Income Tax/Criminal Charges Phone Scam Can't Be Legal, Can It?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-income-tax-criminal-charges-phone-scam-cant-be-legal-can-it/815542)
**Author:** [@Cat\_Whisperer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cat_Whisperer)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 3:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-income-tax-criminal-charges-phone-scam-cant-be-legal-can-it/815542 "2018-12-16T15:45:05Z")
I got another call this week telling me that criminal charges have been laid against me for income tax problems, and I assume that if I give them all my personal financial information, they’ll help me fight them (I delet… --- ## [Students At Eton "Mollycoddled" (Question Inspired By The Crown)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/students-at-eton-mollycoddled-question-inspired-by-the-crown/826078)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 1:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/students-at-eton-mollycoddled-question-inspired-by-the-crown/826078 "2018-12-16T13:57:11Z")
The Crown posits that Prince Philip was quite upset at Elizabeth wanting to send Charles to Eton, insisting that he’d rather his son go to Gourdonston(sp?), which is where Philip was educated. Obviously Philip had a sof… --- ## [Does society still \*feel\* that Nazis are evil/bad?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-society-still-feel-that-nazis-are-evil-bad/826143)
**Author:** [@Velocity](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Velocity)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 5:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-society-still-feel-that-nazis-are-evil-bad/826143 "2018-12-16T05:23:08Z")
ISTM that nowadays calling someone Hitler or comparing them to Nazis carries very little impact - that Nazism is now something most people (in America, at least) only intellectually agree is bad, but don’t have any visce… --- ## [Photography Question - Tripod recommendation](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/photography-question-tripod-recommendation/816405)
**Author:** [@Telemark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Telemark)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 3:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/photography-question-tripod-recommendation/816405 "2018-12-16T03:48:10Z")
I’m looking for a mid-line tripod for my Canon 80D. It’ll be mainly used for time lapse or long exposure shots while hiking so it needs to be fairly light weight and compact. I generally don’t use anything but my EF-S 18… --- ## [Any way to get out of this? - work request (Need answer fast)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-way-to-get-out-of-this-work-request-need-answer-fast/825948)
**Author:** [@Spiderman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spiderman)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 3:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-way-to-get-out-of-this-work-request-need-answer-fast/825948 "2018-12-16T03:12:03Z")
Office holiday party tomorrow night - employees (& contractors - 50/50 split) only, no SO’s. They’ve hired a photo booth & photographer as entertainment, but then there was a request from corporate to have photos of the… --- ## [What do you think a White Elephant gift exchange is?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-think-a-white-elephant-gift-exchange-is/826202)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 2:43am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-think-a-white-elephant-gift-exchange-is/826202 "2018-12-16T02:43:29Z")
I have been to quite a few white elephant gift exchanges over the years and they seem to break down into two categories: Everyone brings a joke gift(sometimes used junk, etc.) and people play the exchange/steal game w… --- ## [Do you brush your teeth to start the day?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-brush-your-teeth-to-start-the-day/826033)
**Author:** [@dalej42](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dalej42)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 12:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-brush-your-teeth-to-start-the-day/826033 "2018-12-16T00:25:59Z")
Poll coming. I’ve been watching a lot of ‘Day in the life of’ type YouTube videos. I’m suprised how many people get out of bed and immediately brush their teeth. I never do this unless I know I’m going out to eat for bre… --- ## [What are the Mount Rushmore of National Parks?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-the-mount-rushmore-of-national-parks/825962)
**Author:** [@HubZilla](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HubZilla)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 10:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-the-mount-rushmore-of-national-parks/825962 "2018-12-15T22:54:12Z")
The first three are pretty easy, IMHO: Yellowstone Yosemite Grand Canyon What is number 4? Sequoia? Glacier? Crater Lake? Cuyahoga? --- ## [Will any states still uphold the ACA if the federal law falls](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-any-states-still-uphold-the-aca-if-the-federal-law-falls/826194)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 8:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-any-states-still-uphold-the-aca-if-the-federal-law-falls/826194 "2018-12-15T20:15:08Z")
With the recent Texas decision (which will hopefully fail on appeal) I’m wondering what states have passed laws to cement the ACA into state law even if the federal law is overturned. I am guessing MA would, since they … --- ## [Recommendations for a car GPS unit.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommendations-for-a-car-gps-unit/826118)
**Author:** [@elbows](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/elbows)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 5:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommendations-for-a-car-gps-unit/826118 "2018-12-15T17:23:47Z")
I’m looking to get one for hubs for Christmas but know nothing about them, I could really use any advice or experience you might have. Thank you in advance! Ideally it would have an easy user interface (we’re not young … --- ## [Weightlifting tips](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weightlifting-tips/826080)
**Author:** [@Kron](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kron)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 3:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weightlifting-tips/826080 "2018-12-15T15:38:25Z")
So, in my current frenzy to improve my overall physical condition, I am going to begin lifting for the first time in over 20 years. I am just curious if there is any change in how sports science says we need to approach… --- ## [Was planning a short visit to Paris in May, should I skip it?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/was-planning-a-short-visit-to-paris-in-may-should-i-skip-it/826058)
**Author:** [@Ashtura](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ashtura)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 10:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/was-planning-a-short-visit-to-paris-in-may-should-i-skip-it/826058 "2018-12-15T10:08:36Z")
The yellow vests have gotten to the heart of of tourist town in Paris, and I don’t really want to deal with that, and I’m a bit skeptical that this is all going to be smoothed over by then. What do you think? --- ## [Cleveland radio station bans Christmas song](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cleveland-radio-station-bans-christmas-song/825465)
**Author:** [@nelliebly](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nelliebly)\ **Replies:** 109\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 8:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cleveland-radio-station-bans-christmas-song/825465 "2018-12-15T08:06:26Z")
I admit when I saw the headline, I was fervently hoping it was “Gramma Got Ron Over by a Reindeer” or “Christmas Shoes.” This one never occurred to me. Interesting, especially the comment by the woman who apparently thi… --- ## [Would you kiss someone not of your preferred gender under the mistletoe?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-kiss-someone-not-of-your-preferred-gender-under-the-mistletoe/477821)
**Author:** [@Mangetout](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mangetout)\ **Replies:** 93\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 12:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-kiss-someone-not-of-your-preferred-gender-under-the-mistletoe/477821 "2018-12-15T00:32:14Z")
I’m a bloke, I’m heterosexual, so there are certain times when it might be considered acceptable (by myself and others) to kiss women of the female persuasion whilst standing under the mistletoe. Women other than my wif… --- ## [Anyone use a peloton bike for cardio exercise?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-use-a-peloton-bike-for-cardio-exercise/826142)
**Author:** [@dalej42](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dalej42)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 10:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-use-a-peloton-bike-for-cardio-exercise/826142 "2018-12-14T22:03:59Z")
The good news is that I don’t have to buy one, my gym has just added two of them. They seem fairly complicated; I’m going search for a YouTube video to see if there’s an introductory video. I’ve been using the elliptica… --- ## [Replacement for DownThemAll for Firefox?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/replacement-for-downthemall-for-firefox/826054)
**Author:** [@Atomic\_Alex](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Atomic_Alex)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 9:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/replacement-for-downthemall-for-firefox/826054 "2018-12-14T21:10:52Z")
Firefox used to have a really handy app for downloading multiple files called DownThemAll. Unfortunately it no longer functions and there doesn’t seem to be a replacement so I was wondering if anyone had any ideas? I us… --- ## [What is the deal with Kellyanne Conway and George Conway?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-deal-with-kellyanne-conway-and-george-conway/826121)
**Author:** [@Hermitian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hermitian)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 8:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-deal-with-kellyanne-conway-and-george-conway/826121 "2018-12-14T20:56:59Z")
Kellyanne works for Trump and defends him in the media. George constantly publicly bashes Trump. Ok. That definitely has to be a tense household. In the most recent episode, the Huffpost is saying he “fact-checked” h… --- ## [Undoing belt after meal.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/undoing-belt-after-meal/826003)
**Author:** [@pianodave](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/pianodave)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 4:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/undoing-belt-after-meal/826003 "2018-12-14T16:57:51Z")
Hi SD, I always wanted to know if this cliche is a real thing. After a big meal, characters undo their buttons/belts and their bellies flop out. They sigh in relief, having “room.” This implies that one’s gut protru… --- ## [Work situation: do I have a point or am I overreacting?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/work-situation-do-i-have-a-point-or-am-i-overreacting/797589)
**Author:** [@Athena](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Athena)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 4:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/work-situation-do-i-have-a-point-or-am-i-overreacting/797589 "2018-12-14T16:26:36Z")
So there’s this senior manager I work with, let’s call him Bob. Bob’s a decent guy, and he’s recently been promoted from manager to senior manager, so the organization likes him too. He’s not my most favorite person to w… --- ## [FE and PE exams - later in life](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fe-and-pe-exams-later-in-life/821715)
**Author:** [@KCB615](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/KCB615)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 11:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fe-and-pe-exams-later-in-life/821715 "2018-12-14T11:42:48Z")
Here’s the story. I’ve spent 24 years in the fire service, the last 12 years I was the fire prevention guy. Inspection, testing, maintenance, plan reviews, etc. The last 2 years I was in charge of fire prevention (as a p… --- ## [Good case management software](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/good-case-management-software/635156)
**Author:** [@Laudenum](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Laudenum)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 11:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/good-case-management-software/635156 "2018-12-14T11:33:30Z")
This either belongs here or MPSIMS. Does anyone know of any good case management software for a legal practice? A family friend wants to update their practice, and they are so old-fashioned that I don’t know where to s… --- ## [Mac laptop buying advice please](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mac-laptop-buying-advice-please/825779)
**Author:** [@TSBG](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TSBG)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 6:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mac-laptop-buying-advice-please/825779 "2018-12-14T06:27:17Z")
PLEASE don’t tell me about Chromebooks and Windows machines. They don’t suit my needs. I’ve got a 2010 MacBook Air and while it’s given good service, I need a new laptop. I’m interested in a refurb in some flavor of A… --- ## [Got a rec for screenshot software on Pc?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/got-a-rec-for-screenshot-software-on-pc/826072)
**Author:** [@Cardinal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cardinal)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 5:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/got-a-rec-for-screenshot-software-on-pc/826072 "2018-12-14T05:24:37Z")
This guy at the church men’s group wants to get a program that will show his wife that he’s being good with the computer, and our best idea was something that sends random screenshots. I know there are filters, but I kee… --- ## [Another thing I do that the internet told me is a New York thing: You're welcome!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/another-thing-i-do-that-the-internet-told-me-is-a-new-york-thing-youre-welcome/825967)
**Author:** [@Biggirl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biggirl)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 2:03am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/another-thing-i-do-that-the-internet-told-me-is-a-new-york-thing-youre-welcome/825967 "2018-12-14T02:03:35Z")
If, lets say, I the door for someone and they stroll in like they’re royalty and I’m a peasant who will not be acknowledged, I say “You’re welcome!” all indignantly. OK, I’m from The Bronx and i usually say, “Youwelcom”,… --- ## [What do you know about "Healthcare Sharing Ministries"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-know-about-healthcare-sharing-ministries/825822)
**Author:** [@jebert](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jebert)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 1:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-know-about-healthcare-sharing-ministries/825822 "2018-12-14T01:41:01Z")
Not eligible for Medicare and beset by almost unaffordable healthcare premiums, I am considering something called a Healthcare Sharing Ministry. They make it a point to state that they are NOT healthcare insurance but a… --- ## [Battles over textbooks](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/battles-over-textbooks/825900)
**Author:** [@Cardigan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cardigan)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 1:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/battles-over-textbooks/825900 "2018-12-14T01:23:57Z")
I’m putting this in IMHO because I’m not sure if it’s a matter of opinion or if it can be responded to factually, in which case this thread could probably go to GQ’s Here in the US there’s an ongoing effort (typically b… --- ## [What are your favorite architecture styles?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-your-favorite-architecture-styles/795423)
**Author:** [@Reddy\_Mercury](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Reddy_Mercury)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 8:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-your-favorite-architecture-styles/795423 "2018-12-13T20:46:07Z")
Same as on the tin. What architecture styles, for buildings and houses, appeal to you most? For public buildings (especially government buildings), Brutalism is one I love. Very utilitarian looking. For houses, the cla… --- ## [Trump is an atheist.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trump-is-an-atheist/825690)
**Author:** [@Capn\_Carl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Capn_Carl)\ **Replies:** 117\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 7:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trump-is-an-atheist/825690 "2018-12-13T19:36:35Z")
There are plenty of Christians who show as little knowledge of the Bible as he does. There are also plenty of Christians who have sinned as he has. And I can’t know what he thinks about religion, so it’s just a hunch. I … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=437) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=439)