Originally Posted by
mre5765
If someone doesn't grasp probability does that make him a genius then? Of course you are calling me and everyone else who disagrees with you stupid.
No, it just means they do not grasp probability or the concept of evaluating risk. I'm sure you are quite good at your day job. I wouldn't call anyone stupid, that would be a TOS violation.
Originally Posted by
mre5765
Iraq was as stable a society as the US was. It is unstable because while the bulk of the population does not engage in the blood bath, a significant portion of it supports the minority that is destabilizing the country.
Iraq was an artificial collection of tiny fiefdoms held together by one dictator. It was unwise to remove him.
Originally Posted by
mre5765
Why? Doesn't that make you a numerical illiterate? It certainly makes you a hypocrite.
Because I sometimes drive through very bad parts of the city where carjackings actually happen.
I see no point in continuing to participate in this thread. Anyone who reads through it will easily discern the merits in both our arguments, so a very good day to you.