Posts by Sofie Bribiesca

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  • Hard News: All the cool kids were there,

    PS: It worries me how drunk a few people get in public spaces. Including people old enough to know better.

    If you mean the Kings Arms, at least there is the pulic bar for when they realise they are old enough to know better. And to be a nitpicker, isn't '85 circa 1984 anyway so Mckessar was right!

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  • Hard News: Speaking freely,

    I'm not sure if injecting drugs is going to do it actually.

    Hah! I dunno...Quick fix.and anyway it's just a car,I'll bring it back tomorrow..promise.Let me help you find your wallet.

    here and there. • Since Nov 2007 • 6796 posts Report

  • Hard News: Piled in bins like summer fruit,

    know what you're saying Mark. The hypocracy of democracy saddens me also.I am sure many here will agree with you. One thing I observed after listening to the Dalai Lama in Auckland was the overwhelming blanket of peace he was delivering. I think the average joe here (or anywhere) can aspire to peace. With that he has gained a great reputation for Tibet.So without knowing alot about China, people cannot accept he would be harmful.Hence we question why cant we all just get along. I believe our PM is fundamentally good and with patience knows that countries do benefit each other. My experience with chinese people (weekly) is/has always been brilliant.Couldn't wish to deal with nicer people. We talk often of politics. NZ and Chinese . I know they care for both countries . They often quiz me about the lack of logic western politics seem to have. I do agree.One thing though,we communicate honestly, and I thoroughly enjoy their company.
    I think ignorance breeds fear so it becomes easy to find faults,Just as you could with NZ however lets hope this FTA is fantastic for everyone (including Tibetans) and I will join you for humble pie.

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  • Hard News: Piled in bins like summer fruit,

    Actually I think the reverse is true. Green isn't exactly a scary brand these days, if the Green party was willing to adopt a few less principles, they'd be pushing a lot more popular support. A green party positioned near the centre would probably do pretty well.

    I agree with you Kyle but you said it yourself, IF.... they could grow.Less principles, more centered. At least MMP allows for the personal choice.The nice thing about the smaller parties is they keep the larger in check. The arguments are flying in Parliament right now. I 'm off to have a laugh

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  • Hard News: Piled in bins like summer fruit,

    Which is a third option: "if it has no practical impact upon them, what's the point of having principles?" Surely that's the easiest time.

    Which is why the parties with "principles" remain small. They can afford principles , some of which are considered extreme, (Greens, Maori ,NZ First etc) Winston Peters is a perfect example of this yesterday with their decision to not back the FTA. It wont effect the outcome of this but will appeal to those who are agin' it.Principled good politics, but I dont think he will be the next PM. Middle of the road centre left/right wins every time.

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  • Hard News: Piled in bins like summer fruit,

    yet he's managed to apply sanctions to Fiji, so there must be some sort of rankings going on.

    NZ did have the backing of other Pacific forum nations. I suspect that was encouragement for sanctions .Also the NZ High commissioner was evicted from Fiji which probably pushed a few buttons over here . I suppose a military takeover claiming corruption in the democratically elected government would have looked better if Bainimarana had carried out new elections instead of installing a dictatorial leadership.Our santions with Fiji are still considerate of human rights issues,which is a good thing.Lets hope(thats all there ever is) that the FTA allows for better dialogue with China regarding Human rights and with that , education.

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  • Speaker: The Audacity of Hype: John Key…,

    journalism isn't two-minute noodles,

    I think there is a bumper sticker in that. Craig.Yet again, poetry!

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  • Hard News: New on the Street,

    Hauppauge Nova-S Plus with Media Portal.Old grey geek on geekzone is worth checking out . here

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  • Hard News: New on the Street,

    Just as an aside, I have been watching the Kingmakers Debate, the first program launching TVNZ7 on our new dvb-s pvr.( It is achievable for under $200 as long as you already have a decent computer) . I now look forward to Russell's new show and just wanted to wish him the best.Break a leg Russell.... Not literally, but you know what I mean.

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  • Southerly: Even More Southerly,

    Thanks, dude. Hopefully they go down to size '00'.

    Just got a text. He found t shirt @ Vic park market. Only xl though. Suggested would make a great sleeping bag. hah!

    **REPLY:** Thanks for the further information, Sophie. Looks like Bob and I might have to make our own tee-shirt--DH

    here and there. • Since Nov 2007 • 6796 posts Report

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