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Not At My Table - Political Discussions => National & International Politics => Topic started by: Gaspar on December 10, 2010, 08:31:00 AM

Title: Nobel Prize
Post by: Gaspar on December 10, 2010, 08:31:00 AM
1 year ago today President Obama was awarded the Nobel Prize for something.

Possible reasons for the award:
A. Shutting down GITMO
B. Ending the Wars in Iraq and Afghanistan
C. Stopping Global Warming
D. Ending American Economic Dominance

Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: Breadburner on December 10, 2010, 08:56:11 AM
Might as well have been an AMA......
Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: Townsend on December 10, 2010, 08:57:47 AM
What is it with you Chinese being so angry with the Nobel committee?
Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: Gaspar on December 10, 2010, 08:59:20 AM
I'm willing to bet that Julian Assange gets the next one.
Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: Gaspar on December 10, 2010, 09:04:31 AM
President Obama released a statement today congratulating this year's winner, Liu Xiaobo. 

One year ago, I was humbled to receive the Nobel Peace Prize -- an award that speaks to our highest aspirations, and that has been claimed by giants of history and courageous advocates who have sacrificed for freedom and justice. Mr. Liu Xiaobo is far more deserving of this award than I was. I regret that Mr. Liu and his wife were denied the opportunity to attend the ceremony that Michelle and I attended last year.

Narcissistic? 

Priceless!


Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: nathanm on December 10, 2010, 10:44:56 AM
You must have a strange definition of narcissism.
Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: Hoss on December 10, 2010, 10:45:29 AM
Quote from: nathanm on December 10, 2010, 10:44:56 AM
You must have a strange definition of narcissism.

Consideration of the source maybe?
Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: Gaspar on December 10, 2010, 10:56:56 AM
Quote from: nathanm on December 10, 2010, 10:44:56 AM
You must have a strange definition of narcissism.

Really? I guess I'm old fashioned. Learned all those antiquated principals in college.

Typically when congratulating someone in a in a formal statement or speech:

1. Recognize the honor of the award.
2. Recognize the accomplishment of the recipient.
3. Close with a congratulatory statement, and wishes for continued success.

I will make some notes on this new format:

1. Mention that you won the award previously.
2. Recognize the honor of the award as it relates to you.
3. Mention the recipient.
4. Close by reminding people that you won the award previously.

Got it!
Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: nathanm on December 10, 2010, 11:00:37 AM
Apparently, you didn't learn that saying someone else is more deserving of something than you are is, by definition, not narcissistic. I guess it's time for you to hit the books again! ;)
Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: Hoss on December 10, 2010, 11:01:20 AM
Quote from: Gaspar on December 10, 2010, 10:56:56 AM
Really? I guess I'm old fashioned. Learned all those antiquated principals in college.

Typically when congratulating someone in a in a formal statement or speech:

1. Recognize the honor of the award. One year ago, I was humbled to receive the Nobel Peace Prize -- an award that speaks to our highest aspirations
2. Recognize the accomplishment of the recipient. Mr. Liu Xiaobo is far more deserving of this award than I was.
3. Close with a congratulatory statement, and wishes for continued success.

I will make some notes on this new format:

1. Mention that you won the award previously.
2. Recognize the honor of the award as it relates to you.
3. Mention the recipient.
4. Close by reminding people that you won the award previously.

Got it!

You 'tightie righties' crack me up.  I guess you're called that for a reason.  Maybe something about 'retentive'...hell, I don't know.

At least this President can formulate entire sentences.  Must chap your a$$ that most Republicans loathe the award...oh, except whey THEY win one, of course!
Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: Hoss on December 10, 2010, 11:07:13 AM
C'mon Gweed!  Where's your next flatulence reference?  I'm really quite disappointed in you!
Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: Gaspar on December 10, 2010, 11:12:21 AM
Both Nathan and Hoss are correct, and deserving of recognition for their efforts.  Both are a gifted posters and I admire their creativity and analytical prowess.  

Congratulations on your superior defense of President Obama and I wish you continued success in your continued pursuits to honor and admire the works of this great man.
Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: Townsend on December 10, 2010, 11:15:41 AM
Quote from: Gaspar on December 10, 2010, 11:12:21 AM
Both Nathan and Hoss are correct, and deserving of recognition for their efforts.  Both are a gifted posters and I admire their creativity and analytical prowess.  

Congratulations on your superior defense of President Obama and I wish you continued success in your continued pursuits to honor and admire the works of this great man.

Here here.
Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: Red Arrow on December 10, 2010, 11:19:05 AM
Quote from: Gaspar on December 10, 2010, 11:12:21 AM
Both Nathan and Hoss are correct, and deserving of recognition for their efforts.  Both are a gifted posters and I admire their creativity and analytical prowess.  

Congratulations on your superior defense of President Obama and I wish you continued success in your continued pursuits to honor and admire the works of this great man.

Congratulations are not enough, tell them about the prize they won.
Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: guido911 on December 10, 2010, 12:05:30 PM


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Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: nathanm on December 10, 2010, 03:59:31 PM
Quote from: guido911 on December 10, 2010, 12:05:30 PM
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Wow, exposing your heroin habit so openly. That's a definite step toward recovery!  ;)
Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: RecycleMichael on December 10, 2010, 04:56:51 PM
I can't believe I didn't win the Nobel Peace Prize again. I am so pissed and ready to fight somebody over it!
Title: Re: Nobel Prize
Post by: borman09 on April 30, 2011, 10:49:24 AM
Since 1901 Nobel Prize has been awarded every rear for achievements in physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature and for peace. The Nobel Prize is an international award administered by the Nobel Foundation in Stockholm, Sweden.Sveriges Riksbank established The Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel in 1968, founder of the Nobel Prize.