# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=471 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 472 --- ## [chicken or egg/catholic priests or child molesters](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/chicken-or-egg-catholic-priests-or-child-molesters/819650)
**Author:** [@Machine\_Elf](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Machine_Elf)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2018, 7:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/chicken-or-egg-catholic-priests-or-child-molesters/819650 "2018-08-18T07:30:42Z")
The news yesterday brought mention of another big outbreak of child molestation by priests in Catholic churches in Pennsylvania. Why does this seem to keep happening on such a big scale in the Catholic church? Is there… --- ## [Weak link? Long term survival of mankind?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weak-link-long-term-survival-of-mankind/819665)
**Author:** [@HoneyBadgerDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HoneyBadgerDC)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 11:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weak-link-long-term-survival-of-mankind/819665 "2018-08-17T23:24:47Z")
What is generally considered the weak link in the survival of our species? Is it a virus, pollution of the atmosphere? Resources? Could it be something we don’t recognize? --- ## [I don't know what I want do to with my life](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-dont-know-what-i-want-do-to-with-my-life/819616)
**Author:** [@wolly](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wolly)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 8:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-dont-know-what-i-want-do-to-with-my-life/819616 "2018-08-17T20:51:14Z")
So after talking to a few students from Naval Engineering I decided that this is not what I want anymore.I’m trying to find something that I like but I just don’t know what that is.I like doing circuits that are not comp… --- ## [Paypal/Synchrony Credit Card Fraud Procedures](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/paypal-synchrony-credit-card-fraud-procedures/819038)
**Author:** [@Fotheringay-Phipps](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Fotheringay-Phipps)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 8:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/paypal-synchrony-credit-card-fraud-procedures/819038 "2018-08-17T20:05:26Z")
I signed up for this card about 4 months ago because it offers 2% cash back, which was more than the 1.5% I had previously been getting. But it has been by far the most frustrating credit card I’ve ever owned, and this i… --- ## [Was there a "Celtic genocide" in England?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/was-there-a-celtic-genocide-in-england/691171)
**Author:** [@protoboard](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/protoboard)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 7:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/was-there-a-celtic-genocide-in-england/691171 "2018-08-17T19:59:33Z")
I’ve always thought that the Celtic tribes in England gradually intermarried with the Anglo-Saxon and Norse settlers, and took on their customs rather than there being any sort of mass wipeout of people ala the Native Am… --- ## [Jobs of the future (YouTube video)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/jobs-of-the-future-youtube-video/819793)
**Author:** [@XT](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/XT)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 7:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/jobs-of-the-future-youtube-video/819793 "2018-08-17T19:15:42Z")
We’ve had a lot of debates and discussions about future jobs, so thought I’d link to this video by Isaac Arthur (Jobs of the Future - YouTube) that gives his take on the jobs of the future. I think it’s an interesting t… --- ## [Why do American drivers do this? Are they purely short-sighted with no ability to think ahead?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-american-drivers-do-this-are-they-purely-short-sighted-with-no-ability-to-think-ahead/819666)
**Author:** [@uqekizig](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/uqekizig)\ **Replies:** 99\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 6:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-american-drivers-do-this-are-they-purely-short-sighted-with-no-ability-to-think-ahead/819666 "2018-08-17T18:32:24Z")
When there’s a red light ahead of me I stop accelerating in order to save gas and my brakes. sometimes i don’t even have to stop b/c light turns green before i make it. there’s no point in speeding up even at idle crawl,… --- ## [Hydronic heating system problem - need answer fast](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hydronic-heating-system-problem-need-answer-fast/819180)
**Author:** [@Roderick\_Femm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Roderick_Femm)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 2:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hydronic-heating-system-problem-need-answer-fast/819180 "2018-08-17T14:32:33Z")
I have left a message with a recommended heating repair company, but while I’m waiting, please assuage my concerns. We have a hydronic (hot water in the floors) heating system combined with an on-demand hot water heater… --- ## [How do you abide by a NDA that you're denied a copy of?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-abide-by-a-nda-that-youre-denied-a-copy-of/819697)
**Author:** [@RTFirefly](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RTFirefly)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 10:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-abide-by-a-nda-that-youre-denied-a-copy-of/819697 "2018-08-17T10:50:32Z")
This is inspired by the Trump Administration NDAs, but not about them in a literal sense, since those NDAs are apparently unenforceable by virtue of the signatories being Federal employees. But suppose a private busines… --- ## [What is the minimum $ rebate worth your time mailing in?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-minimum-rebate-worth-your-time-mailing-in/819618)
**Author:** [@Hampshire](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hampshire)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 3:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-minimum-rebate-worth-your-time-mailing-in/819618 "2018-08-17T03:50:18Z")
I have a receipt and a mail in rebate form in my glove box for a $20 Kohls gift card for a Keurig I bought last week. I don’t have any envelopes at home or any stamps and I don’t know if it’s worth my time to aquire the… --- ## [Should you wake a dog up from a nightmare?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-you-wake-a-dog-up-from-a-nightmare/819320)
**Author:** [@Enola\_Gay](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Enola_Gay)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 2:55am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-you-wake-a-dog-up-from-a-nightmare/819320 "2018-08-17T02:55:27Z")
My dog occasionally seems to have bad dreams, where she is asleep but moves around and whines sounding afraid & distressed. Should I wake her up from these episodes or just let her ride it out? Her personality when she i… --- ## [How long is broncitis contagious for?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-is-broncitis-contagious-for/819506)
**Author:** [@sara20](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/sara20)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 2:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-is-broncitis-contagious-for/819506 "2018-08-17T02:49:12Z")
I think my boyfriend probably has bronchitis. His only symptoms are a cough that he has had for a couple days. Having had bronchitis before I don’t want to catch it again. I am wondering how long before I can kiss him, a… --- ## [To ask for reimbursement or not.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/to-ask-for-reimbursement-or-not/819647)
**Author:** [@GreedySmurf](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GreedySmurf)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 9:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/to-ask-for-reimbursement-or-not/819647 "2018-08-16T21:58:41Z")
Curious to get peoples thoughts on what they would do about a situation. Gets a little convoluted but here goes - I live in a high rise building with a manned reception desk, and a deactivated door intercom system. (A v… --- ## [Bat Repellent question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bat-repellent-question/819654)
**Author:** [@MadTheSwine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MadTheSwine)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 7:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bat-repellent-question/819654 "2018-08-16T19:15:34Z")
Have you used them? What did you think of it’s effectiveness? --- ## [Anybody been to Fiji?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anybody-been-to-fiji/819590)
**Author:** [@Ashtura](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ashtura)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 5:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anybody-been-to-fiji/819590 "2018-08-16T17:22:35Z")
Thinking about going there for my 25th anniversary next year. I’d like an over-the-water bungalow, but a beachfront one would be cool too (and cheaper). Anybody done this before? If so, where would you recommend? --- ## [Getting lots of spam texts about my bank account. Should I do anything?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/getting-lots-of-spam-texts-about-my-bank-account-should-i-do-anything/819696)
**Author:** [@John\_Mace](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/John_Mace)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 1:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/getting-lots-of-spam-texts-about-my-bank-account-should-i-do-anything/819696 "2018-08-16T13:54:27Z")
Every now and then, I would get some texts, obvious spam, that asked my to reverify my banking info by clicking on a link. I used to just ignore them. But in the last week or so, I’ve been getting them almost every day… --- ## [Self-rated: How emotionally damaged are you?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/self-rated-how-emotionally-damaged-are-you/818783)
**Author:** [@Roderick\_Femm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Roderick_Femm)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 1:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/self-rated-how-emotionally-damaged-are-you/818783 "2018-08-16T13:52:09Z")
Interpret “emotionally damaged” in any way that makes sense to you , and put yourself (if you like) in one of these fairly broad categories: Pretty damaged, nearly completely broken More damaged than not Damaged but s… --- ## [Passport processing - is this a record?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/passport-processing-is-this-a-record/819600)
**Author:** [@StraightTalk](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/StraightTalk)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 1:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/passport-processing-is-this-a-record/819600 "2018-08-16T13:51:49Z")
I needed to renew my passport. I mailed off the application on Friday August 3. I did not request or pay for expedited processing. My new passport will be delivered to me today. 11 days to get my renewed passport inc… --- ## [What's Going On in Binghamton, NY?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-going-on-in-binghamton-ny/819614)
**Author:** [@Jinx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jinx)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 1:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-going-on-in-binghamton-ny/819614 "2018-08-16T13:08:50Z")
We wanted to visit friends this weekend in Binghamton, NY. Would believe all the hotels are packed? What’s going on? Is this a college town swamped by Freshman move-in weekend, maybe? What gives? --- ## [Are wine drinkers less likely to be called alcoholics?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-wine-drinkers-less-likely-to-be-called-alcoholics/680040)
**Author:** [@jrsone](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jrsone)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2014, 12:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-wine-drinkers-less-likely-to-be-called-alcoholics/680040 "2014-01-30T00:41:35Z")
Just an observence, and I could be way off base here. I am friends with people on Facebook and also I notice on various websites written in a humour fashion or otherwise, wine is popular. “There is no such thing as too… --- ## [Can the Pharmacy refuse to give you back your prescription w/o filling it?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-the-pharmacy-refuse-to-give-you-back-your-prescription-w-o-filling-it/475994)
**Author:** [@Jeeves](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jeeves)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 7:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-the-pharmacy-refuse-to-give-you-back-your-prescription-w-o-filling-it/475994 "2018-08-16T07:24:49Z")
If I had made this post last night, it would have been in the Pit, but I have calmed down enough now. I added Mr. Jeeves to my insurance this fall, its grad student insurance so it’s not great, but the policy specifical… --- ## [Lawsuit evaluation specialists?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/lawsuit-evaluation-specialists/819692)
**Author:** [@WhyWhyWhy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WhyWhyWhy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 4:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/lawsuit-evaluation-specialists/819692 "2018-08-16T04:04:56Z")
Are there any businesses or specialists that provide litigation appraisals? Specifically I’m looking for someone that could review a case summary and/or court documents (filed complaint, motions, etc.) and then provide t… --- ## [WTF is happening in the Manafort trial - The defense calls no witnesses](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wtf-is-happening-in-the-manafort-trial-the-defense-calls-no-witnesses/819642)
**Author:** [@griffin1977](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/griffin1977)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 3:44am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wtf-is-happening-in-the-manafort-trial-the-defense-calls-no-witnesses/819642 "2018-08-16T03:44:05Z")
So the defense in the Manafort trial. Has decided to call no witnesses. IANAL but this seems super strange to me. Any lawyers or otherwise more informed types care to give their opinion on why this would be? Other th… --- ## [Why visit so many college campuses ?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-visit-so-many-college-campuses/819643)
**Author:** [@chappachula](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/chappachula)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 2:43am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-visit-so-many-college-campuses/819643 "2018-08-16T02:43:54Z")
There’s currently a thread called how many colleges did you visit?. Which got me wondering: WHY is it so necessary to visit college campuses? It’s seems to be an obligatory rite of passage. But I don’t get it. Now, … --- ## [Identity theft to get a job](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/identity-theft-to-get-a-job/819670)
**Author:** [@Bijou\_Drains](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bijou_Drains)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 2:10am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/identity-theft-to-get-a-job/819670 "2018-08-16T02:10:02Z")
Recently I’ve heard of cases where someone interviews for a job via phone or Skype and then someone else shows up to try and work . This normally is caught right away. Anyone else run into this? I wonder if this i… --- ## [Flooding in Binghamton, NY, or not?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/flooding-in-binghamton-ny-or-not/819693)
**Author:** [@Jinx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jinx)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 12:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/flooding-in-binghamton-ny-or-not/819693 "2018-08-16T00:12:28Z")
Considering a trip to Binghamton, NY this Friday late afternoon or evening into Saturday. We’ll be staying a little to the west in Apalachin, NY. I understand there is a threat of more heavy rains this Friday and/or Frid… --- ## [No Rest Stops in CT (Almost)?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/no-rest-stops-in-ct-almost/819615)
**Author:** [@Jinx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jinx)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 12:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/no-rest-stops-in-ct-almost/819615 "2018-08-16T00:08:25Z")
What the heck is the deal with all the Rest Stops across CT? They are closed from 3:30pm to 8:30am! At first, I thought it was only the Welcome Centers. But, no… I see it is every Rest Stop! You mean they can’t stay ope… --- ## [Why is used furniture worthless?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-used-furniture-worthless/667962)
**Author:** [@Superhal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Superhal)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2018, 9:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-used-furniture-worthless/667962 "2018-08-15T21:47:28Z")
When I watch storage wars, finding a room full of furniture is usually considered a complete waste of time. If its antique or detailed, it might be worth a little, but usually far less than that same item retail. On top … --- ## [Life changes after mate passes?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/life-changes-after-mate-passes/819435)
**Author:** [@HoneyBadgerDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HoneyBadgerDC)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2018, 6:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/life-changes-after-mate-passes/819435 "2018-08-15T18:51:53Z")
I always envisioned myself as diving into my hobbies and passions with both feet if my mate were to pass before me. It seems the opposite is happening, I am not doing anything. I try to force myself to go out and have co… --- ## [Worst place to have a desk in a traditional work setting](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/worst-place-to-have-a-desk-in-a-traditional-work-setting/818994)
**Author:** [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2018, 5:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/worst-place-to-have-a-desk-in-a-traditional-work-setting/818994 "2018-08-15T17:09:25Z")
I don’t doubt that the twisted minds of Dopers can come up with all kinds of awful locations to place a desk. But I’m more interested in bad desks you’ve had or seen in a work place. For example - next to the break roo… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=470) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=472)