# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1288 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1289 --- ## [Socialism(or at least, a version thereof) Vs Capitalism](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/socialism-or-at-least-a-version-thereof-vs-capitalism/927389)
**Author:** [@k9bfriender](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/k9bfriender)\ **Replies:** 145\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 6:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/socialism-or-at-least-a-version-thereof-vs-capitalism/927389 "2021-11-12T18:25:36Z")
We were asked to move this discussion to a new thread. I had already put a fair amount of work into my responses, so I’ll go ahead and start it here. Right, they could just self actualize. The training, the tools, the … --- ## [Allegations of Thread Hijacks](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/allegations-of-thread-hijacks/953863)
**Author:** [@octopus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/octopus)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 6:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/allegations-of-thread-hijacks/953863 "2021-11-12T18:05:17Z")
It should be obvious but an accusation of a thread hijack doesn’t actually make it so. It’s a bit unfair to use a mod note on an on topic aspect of an election to set up a warning. Sure, if a person is spamming dozens of… --- ## [Advice for choosing hiking boots that won't hurt my ankle?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-for-choosing-hiking-boots-that-wont-hurt-my-ankle/954048)
**Author:** [@Napier](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Napier)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 4:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-for-choosing-hiking-boots-that-wont-hurt-my-ankle/954048 "2021-11-12T16:21:56Z")
I hike 5 to 10 miles of hilly trails, year round (even on ice with crampons). I’ve been doing this for 6 years now in rubber sole, fabric top low shoes. I wish I could tolerate boots, so I wouldn’t need to mess with gait… --- ## [Why do legal documents use obvious and transparent pseudonyms?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-legal-documents-use-obvious-and-transparent-pseudonyms/954136)
**Author:** [@SpacemanSpiff\_II](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SpacemanSpiff_II)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 4:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-legal-documents-use-obvious-and-transparent-pseudonyms/954136 "2021-11-12T16:06:38Z")
You see this all the time. Someone gets indicted for something and the document is full of references to “Cooperating Witness 2” and “UK person 1” and the like, where the identity of the person so described is easily dec… --- ## [FDA advisory approves vaccines for kids 5-11 - a question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fda-advisory-approves-vaccines-for-kids-5-11-a-question/953255)
**Author:** [@HMS\_Irruncible](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HMS_Irruncible)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2021, 1:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fda-advisory-approves-vaccines-for-kids-5-11-a-question/953255 "2021-10-27T13:21:32Z")
Advisory committee recommends vaccine for 5-11.. Not the last hurdle, but we’re almost there. My question: Per the article, the kids’ dose will be 10mcg as opposed to 30mcg for adults. Does that mean that all new … --- ## [Men's underwear, fly or no fly?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mens-underwear-fly-or-no-fly/603088)
**Author:** [@EKDS5k](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EKDS5k)\ **Replies:** 218\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 3:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mens-underwear-fly-or-no-fly/603088 "2021-11-12T15:32:19Z")
Most men’s underwear comes with a fly. That is a hole in the front, through which you’re apparently supposed to insert your penis while while peeing. I have never used this, and until this thread, I was completely unawar… --- ## [Who was the most wronged person in history](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-was-the-most-wronged-person-in-history/949733)
**Author:** [@Nansbread1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nansbread1)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 3:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-was-the-most-wronged-person-in-history/949733 "2021-11-12T15:14:41Z")
To qualify they would have had to Pay for it with their life Even their family and dear ones did not believe their side of whatever it was Lost everything they had Were actually harmless and completely normal person … --- ## [Final "Eternals" trailer drops](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/final-eternals-trailer-drops/949169)
**Author:** [@silenus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/silenus)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 3:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/final-eternals-trailer-drops/949169 "2021-11-12T15:03:29Z")
I am actually intrigued. Anybody else? --- ## [Question about Sketchy-Sounding Investment](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-sketchy-sounding-investment/954209)
**Author:** [@yearofglad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/yearofglad)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 2:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-sketchy-sounding-investment/954209 "2021-11-12T14:08:27Z")
So, with trepidation inspired by the ongoing thread about scams, I was talking to my dad about an investment opportunity that his financial advisor has suggested. I believe this is an ACTUAL financial advisor working for… --- ## [How difficult is it to expand a child's cultural taste?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-difficult-is-it-to-expand-a-childs-cultural-taste/954202)
**Author:** [@ekedolphin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ekedolphin)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 2:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-difficult-is-it-to-expand-a-childs-cultural-taste/954202 "2021-11-12T14:02:05Z")
I hear occasional complaints from parents: “My child wants to watch nothing but Frozen 22 times in a row, and eats nothing but macaroni and cheese and chicken nuggets!” How hard is it to expand a child’s taste in media… --- ## [Weigh the importance of control of the three elected branches](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weigh-the-importance-of-control-of-the-three-elected-branches/954070)
**Author:** [@JohnT](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JohnT)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 12:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weigh-the-importance-of-control-of-the-three-elected-branches/954070 "2021-11-12T12:51:40Z")
You’re in control of a political party and your # 1 political advisor asks you a question: Rank control of the three elected branches… President, Senate, and House… in percentages so that, in total, the rankings equal 1 … --- ## [Strange and bizarre things to do in and around San Francisco](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/strange-and-bizarre-things-to-do-in-and-around-san-francisco/243964)
**Author:** [@Baraqiyal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baraqiyal)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2004, 5:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/strange-and-bizarre-things-to-do-in-and-around-san-francisco/243964 "2004-05-12T17:15:04Z")
My cousin is in town and wants to do something strange and bizarre. I wasn’t prepared for the request, so I’m really at a loss. She’s into serial killers and “True Crime” stuff, but anything really “out there” will work… --- ## [Arriving at a 4-way STOP simulateously](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/arriving-at-a-4-way-stop-simulateously/953983)
**Author:** [@DCnDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DCnDC)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 8:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/arriving-at-a-4-way-stop-simulateously/953983 "2021-11-12T08:50:57Z")
You and another vehicle simultaneously arrive at a 4-way intersection, controlled by 4-way STOP signs. You both have turn signals on, indicating you will NOT be crossing each other’s path. What do you do? poll --- ## [Wages of $15/hr--Have any fast food chains raised their prices?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wages-of-15-hr-have-any-fast-food-chains-raised-their-prices/953902)
**Author:** [@chappachula](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/chappachula)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 6:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wages-of-15-hr-have-any-fast-food-chains-raised-their-prices/953902 "2021-11-12T06:16:25Z")
A couple years ago, the radical idea of paying $15 wages was proposed. And it was often ridiculed, because it would …(gasp!!) force the restaurants to increase their prices.\* And now we see signs everywhere saying “he… --- ## [Hooray for USB!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hooray-for-usb/954074)
**Author:** [@SoccerDad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SoccerDad)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 4:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hooray-for-usb/954074 "2021-11-12T04:23:31Z")
Really, I think some sort of award should go to the inventors of the USB plug. It can only go in one of two ways, yet you (well, I) will get it wrong two-thirds of the time. How did they do that? And better still, if I g… --- ## [Why is "New Rules for Great Debates and Elections – January 2020" always in the list of latest posts](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-new-rules-for-great-debates-and-elections-january-2020-always-in-the-list-of-latest-posts/954191)
**Author:** [@pjd](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/pjd)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 3:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-new-rules-for-great-debates-and-elections-january-2020-always-in-the-list-of-latest-posts/954191 "2021-11-12T03:38:13Z")
Whenever i visit the SDMB, New Rules for Great Debates and Elections – January 2020 is included at the top of the latest posts list. Why ? --- ## [Ask pointless questions.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ask-pointless-questions/753219)
**Author:** [@CCitizen](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CCitizen)\ **Replies:** 167\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 2:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ask-pointless-questions/753219 "2021-11-12T02:49:33Z")
I have asked them on r/AskReddit Can you prove that you are not a camel? Does your boss mistake you for an electric locomotive? Have you been banned from many forums? Do you suffer from insanity or do you enjoy it? A… --- ## [Noted Fucktard Dennis Prager equates Nazis with COVID restrictions, Twitter "Censorship"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/noted-fucktard-dennis-prager-equates-nazis-with-covid-restrictions-twitter-censorship/929769)
**Author:** [@Babale](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Babale)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 12:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/noted-fucktard-dennis-prager-equates-nazis-with-covid-restrictions-twitter-censorship/929769 "2021-11-12T00:23:57Z")
Can these fuckers get any more depraved? https://townhall.com/columnists/dennisprager/2021/01/05/i-now-better-understand-the-good-german-n2582563? --- ## [Mildew on Suit](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mildew-on-suit/954112)
**Author:** [@The\_Man\_In\_Black](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/The_Man_In_Black)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2021, 11:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mildew-on-suit/954112 "2021-11-11T23:50:35Z")
So, I pulled my suit out of the closet to check it out, and it had some mildew on it (inside the pants). I have had mold and mildew problems before (that will be another thread), and had some mold killer, and sprayed th… --- ## [NFL 2021: Week Nine Lives](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-2021-week-nine-lives/953804)
**Author:** [@Hamlet](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hamlet)\ **Replies:** 93\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2021, 11:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-2021-week-nine-lives/953804 "2021-11-11T23:34:26Z")
Another trade deadline, another big tub of nothing. With Derrick Henry’s injury and Houston’s rebuilding process, I thought we’d see some trades. Instead, the Titans bring Adrian Peterson out from the old folk’s home, D’… --- ## [Wow someone who finally gets it: Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf said employers need to 'stop asking why there is a labor shortage' and 'start asking how we can make jobs better](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wow-someone-who-finally-gets-it-pennsylvania-gov-tom-wolf-said-employers-need-to-stop-asking-why-there-is-a-labor-shortage-and-start-asking-how-we-can-make-jobs-better/953861)
**Author:** [@nightshadea](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nightshadea)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2021, 11:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wow-someone-who-finally-gets-it-pennsylvania-gov-tom-wolf-said-employers-need-to-stop-asking-why-there-is-a-labor-shortage-and-start-asking-how-we-can-make-jobs-better/953861 "2021-11-11T23:15:09Z")
He must be a democrat since in the comment section he’s getting called a communist and such although i don’t think his proposed “shit list” is gonna happen because of legal issues https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/career… --- ## [What are the advantages, if any, of living in a home rule-class city in the United States?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-the-advantages-if-any-of-living-in-a-home-rule-class-city-in-the-united-states/953140)
**Author:** [@Cartooniverse](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cartooniverse)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2021, 11:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-the-advantages-if-any-of-living-in-a-home-rule-class-city-in-the-united-states/953140 "2021-11-11T23:13:00Z")
I’ve never heard of a home rule-class city. Just reading up on it now. Are there distinct advantages for the average home owner or renter to living in a city that makes use of these laws? I see they’re set state-by-stat… --- ## [Turn off email notifications?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/turn-off-email-notifications/954211)
**Author:** [@alice\_in\_wonderland](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/alice_in_wonderland)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2021, 10:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/turn-off-email-notifications/954211 "2021-11-11T22:40:30Z")
Hiya, Can anyone advise how to turn off the email summary? Ta. --- ## [Colonoscopies Aren't Just Diagnostic](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/colonoscopies-arent-just-diagnostic/953883)
**Author:** [@Jim\_B](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jim_B)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2021, 10:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/colonoscopies-arent-just-diagnostic/953883 "2021-11-11T22:30:10Z")
Colonoscopies aren’t just diagnostic. They’re preventative too. I have to have one every two years. Because I have a preëxisting condition, colitis. And each time they give it to me, they remove at least one polyp. Poly… --- ## [What is a Genset?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-a-genset/953578)
**Author:** [@Cartooniverse](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cartooniverse)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2021, 10:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-a-genset/953578 "2021-11-11T22:07:26Z")
Drive past a tractor-trailer. Underneath and half way back was this wide sticker: \<------MOUNT GENSET HERE ------\> What’s a Genset? --- ## [Overly large needlework stash needs cleaning out](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/overly-large-needlework-stash-needs-cleaning-out/954207)
**Author:** [@JaneDoe42](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JaneDoe42)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2021, 9:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/overly-large-needlework-stash-needs-cleaning-out/954207 "2021-11-11T21:48:54Z")
My mother has been doing needlework all of her life and has collected a large assortment of patterns, kits and supplies that she now wants to sell or even give away to the right person. I will be taking pictures and pos… --- ## [Today I learnt - how to unpin posts](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/today-i-learnt-how-to-unpin-posts/954198)
**Author:** [@Northern\_Piper](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Northern_Piper)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2021, 8:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/today-i-learnt-how-to-unpin-posts/954198 "2021-11-11T20:17:47Z")
In this thread, I learnt that it’s possible to unpin posts that have been pinned by the moderators: This goes along with the earlier lesson that it’s possible to mute particular forums that I never go to. I would ju… --- ## [Help with a broken oven element](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-with-a-broken-oven-element/954167)
**Author:** [@Asimovian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Asimovian)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2021, 8:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-with-a-broken-oven-element/954167 "2021-11-11T20:15:43Z")
We have a GE double oven, and we recently discovered that the heating element in the lower oven is broken (as in, the element has a physical break in the coil). We had assumed this would be a simple fix, but everything D… --- ## [How do calculate the energy release of an A-bomb from first principles (eg, Trinity)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-calculate-the-energy-release-of-an-a-bomb-from-first-principles-eg-trinity/741607)
**Author:** [@Leo\_Bloom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Leo_Bloom)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2021, 7:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-calculate-the-energy-release-of-an-a-bomb-from-first-principles-eg-trinity/741607 "2021-11-11T19:47:33Z")
I was thinking about the infinitismal, but real energy created/released (I don’t think I really understand the difference) when, on the rare occasion, a neutrino zaps into my retina. (Neutrinos just came up in a thread; … --- ## [Vinyl plank flooring over carpet](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vinyl-plank-flooring-over-carpet/953499)
**Author:** [@Mrdeals](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mrdeals)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2021, 7:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vinyl-plank-flooring-over-carpet/953499 "2021-11-11T19:40:20Z")
I am currently in the process of renovating a commercial space for my new grocery store. The space is completely covered in carpet, but its the super thin, commercial carpet for high traffic. I really want to put down … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1287) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1289)