cOoTeR Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 I just saw on the news that people are pushing for a boycott of BP due to the oil leak in the gulf. Im all for it haven't been to a BP for years. I think its bull that if I were to be seen leaking oil from a boat in buckeye lake I would be forced to pay huge fines. BP is destroying a large part of the ecosystem and there isnt much of a public outcry. I understand it was an accident but come on. This is big its destroying areas that several birds use when they migrate south and make baby birds. Taking one species out can have drastic affects on our nation. That's just one small issue that can come of this issue. Why is it more people are not pissed off about this. It's as if its ok to destroy our nation as long as it doesn't raise gas prices.wtf? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 Good luck... BP is ingrained a lot more than just those green gas stations. You're hurting the owners of those stations more than the big corporate conglomerate anyway.I'm sure BP is hedged/diversified in their competitors and across other industries. So, unless you plan on researching everything BP is invested in and boycotting those too... you probably aren't going to do much fiscal damage.Though, your outrage has been noted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Punk Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 I think it's a stupid idea. The government should be giving them tax breaks for all the money they are losing from this accident. They are a vital part of our economy and people wish to cause them harm, what a bunch of dumbfucks. New Orleans was build under water and the expense of protecting the stupid place is more than the tax revenue coming out of it and the same dumbfucks wanted to put money into it. The taxes BP pays is worth protecting way more than a few worthless birds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAMBUSA Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 I think it's a stupid idea. The government should be giving them tax breaks for all the money they are losing from this accident. They are a vital part of our economy and people wish to cause them harm, what a bunch of dumbfucks.New Orleans was build under water and the expense of protecting the stupid place is more than the tax revenue coming out of it and the same dumbfucks wanted to put money into it.The taxes BP pays is worth protecting way more than a few worthless birds.Wow, a logical post from a black guy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Punk Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 Something about blind squirrels and nuts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InyaAzz Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 Wow, a logical post from a black guy? Right!!!!!!!!!!oh wait, my cover was blown. Thanks UP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Punk Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 The port of New Orleans is very important and the cost to protect it is worth it. The homes that were destroyed not so much. We could have given everyone of them a 300K home in a safe area and saved money. Boycotting BP will not hurt them for the reasons Justin mentioned. Why would anyone wish harm to a company that pays taxes and employs people, especially in a time where they are losing so much money from this oil leak? I just don't get how some people think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 Taking one species out can have drastic affects on our nation.As drastic as losing oil production from a company that fuels the tractors, that harvest the grain, that gets put on trucks which are fueled by BP as well, to deliver to your supermarket which is run on electricity produced using BP fuels, so that you can drive your car (run on BP) to purchase food, to feed your family?It's all engrained. Besides, no way in hell I'm using Speedway fuels in any of my machines. I'd rather pour straight water into the tanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garysol1 Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 We bitch that fuel prices are to high. We bitch that most of our fuel comes from over seas. We can't have our cake and eat it to folks. Sometimes shit just happens. Until we open our eyes and wallets to alternative energy this kinda thing will happen. Price of keeping the population in cheap oil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyJ Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 My impression (from the media, so it's probably completely incorrect) is that this accident was preventable, caused by greed and unwillingness to slow down and take proper precautions. Yeah they're a major employer, but their major fu^&* up is going to have long lasting effects, not to mention how much oil they just threw away into the environment. This is far larger in scope than a few 'worthless' birds. Some higher ups should be doing some time in the big house with the butt pirates for this, I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 As drastic as losing oil production from a company that fuels the tractors, that harvest the grain, that gets put on trucks which are fueled by BP as well, to deliver to your supermarket which is run on electricity produced using BP fuels, so that you can drive your car (run on BP) to purchase food, to feed your family?It's all engrained. Besides, no way in hell I'm using Speedway fuels in any of my machines. I'd rather pour straight water into the tanks.Not to mention the plastics, the textiles, and much more that come from that oil, and on and on... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Punk Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 My impression (from the media, so it's probably completely incorrect) is that this accident was preventable, caused by greed and unwillingness to slow down and take proper precautions. Yeah they're a major employer, but their major fu^&* up is going to have long lasting effects, not to mention how much oil they just threw away into the environment. This is far larger in scope than a few 'worthless' birds. Some higher ups should be doing some time in the big house with the butt pirates for this, I think.The preventive measures were in place but they failed, shit happens. That rig has been awarded safety awards for being one of the safest in use by the people who write and enforce safety measures, again shit happens. Way more oil than that gets leaked into the waters everyday, it is spread out more but that's the way the oceans work. I do think it's a shame all the oil went to waste when we had it in the supply line. I see nothing criminal here to warrant jail time for anyone. Everything that could be done was done, why would BP risk losing all that oil just to cut some corners? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 Besides, no way in hell I'm using Speedway fuels in any of my machines. I'd rather pour straight water into the tanks.I've used Speedway since you were in elementary school and never had a problem in any of my vehicles I've owned. I love the $100 gas card after a certain amount of speedy reward points too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidgetTodd Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 I try to buy my gas from Sheetz oil in Coshocton to help feed KK's illegitimate children and his high maintenance hot girlfriend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidgetTodd Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 Hows that workin for ya?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidgetTodd Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 Oh no Justin's not gonna be happy when he see's this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted May 24, 2010 Report Share Posted May 24, 2010 Oh no Justin's not gonna be happy when he see's this. Who cares? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted May 24, 2010 Report Share Posted May 24, 2010 I try to buy my gas from Sheetz oil in Coshocton to help feed KK's illegitimate children and his high maintenance hot girlfriend. You need to buy more so his sorry ass can get a truck AND a bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jarvismb Posted May 24, 2010 Report Share Posted May 24, 2010 You know... it uses more energy than it creates' date=' is high maintenance, and doesn't move very quickly. It kind of reminds me of the last one I had, but just a shade darker.[/quote']quoted for teh funniez Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted May 24, 2010 Report Share Posted May 24, 2010 Speaking of funniez.... BP's PR has a twitter feed.http://twitter.com/BPGlobalPRThe good news: Mermaids are real. The bad news: They are now extinct. #bpcaresJesus walked on water and soon you can too! (Please pray for BP, we're losing a lot of oil).Negative people view the ocean as half empty of oil. We are dedicated to making it half full. Stay positive America! #IwantmyBPtshirtDoing our best to turn oil into oilinade. So far the stuff tastes TERRIBLE.(It's a joke, btw -- Fake BP Public Relations) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted May 24, 2010 Report Share Posted May 24, 2010 i've had a simple solution to all of this. if only they would've asked me a couple weeks ago... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted May 24, 2010 Report Share Posted May 24, 2010 What would they do with your butt plug.....Oooooooooooohhhhh. Genius! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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