The Trouble with Henry

The net is a community just like any other community. In order for
people to get along there are rules, written and unwritten, about how
individuals should conduct themselves.

Imagine how long Henry would last in the typical business environment
if he addressed everyone as 'dumbass'.

I doubt he'd make it though orientation, yet alone the interview.

Imagine how long Henry would be able to eat at the same restaurant or
shop at the same stores if he addressed the waiters, bartenders, sales
people and cashiers as 'dumbass'.

Imagine the outcome of getting pulled over by a traffic cop or Henry's
rate of survival from a night drinking in a bar filled with rugby
players.

My point is that no one else would or should have to tolerate Henry
Chang's childish behavior of violating the standards of a polite
society.

So why should we?

If Henry really has some friends that care about his well being they
should talk to him and insist that he starts acting and writing in a
responsible manner.

If someone can't get through to him, then it's time for a long overdue
ass beating. Ass beatings are a part of a polite society when reason
has failed.

The 'anonymity' of the net is no protection. It takes less than 30
minutes to know where Kurgan sleeps, rides and works.

Welcome to society. How civilized is up to you Henry.


--
never_doped

never_doped wrote:
The net is a community just like any other community. In order for
people to get along there are rules, written and unwritten, about how
individuals should conduct themselves.

Imagine how long Henry would last in the typical business environment
if he addressed everyone as 'dumbass'.

I doubt he'd make it though orientation, yet alone the interview.

Imagine how long Henry would be able to eat at the same restaurant or
shop at the same stores if he addressed the waiters, bartenders, sales
people and cashiers as 'dumbass'.

Imagine the outcome of getting pulled over by a traffic cop or Henry's
rate of survival from a night drinking in a bar filled with rugby
players.

My point is that no one else would or should have to tolerate Henry
Chang's childish behavior of violating the standards of a polite
society.

So why should we?

Because RBR is none of those things. If you don't like it, don't let the
door hit your ass on the way out. Please.

If someone can't get through to him, then it's time for a long overdue
ass beating. Ass beatings are a part of a polite society when reason
has failed.

This is where you really earn the title "dumbass". I can only think of one
other person in the last couple of days who fits this description as well as
you. Only a dumbass would take this group seriously.

"never_doped" wrote in
message ...

The net is a community just like any other community. In order for
people to get along there are rules, written and unwritten, about how
individuals should conduct themselves.

Imagine how long Henry would last in the typical business environment
if he addressed everyone as 'dumbass'.

I doubt he'd make it though orientation, yet alone the interview.

Imagine how long Henry would be able to eat at the same restaurant or
shop at the same stores if he addressed the waiters, bartenders, sales
people and cashiers as 'dumbass'.

Imagine the outcome of getting pulled over by a traffic cop or Henry's
rate of survival from a night drinking in a bar filled with rugby
players.

My point is that no one else would or should have to tolerate Henry
Chang's childish behavior of violating the standards of a polite
society.

So why should we?

If Henry really has some friends that care about his well being they
should talk to him and insist that he starts acting and writing in a
responsible manner.

If someone can't get through to him, then it's time for a long overdue
ass beating. Ass beatings are a part of a polite society when reason
has failed.

The 'anonymity' of the net is no protection. It takes less than 30
minutes to know where Kurgan sleeps, rides and works.

Welcome to society. How civilized is up to you Henry.


--
never_doped

Henry is a unique individual. He doesn't have to answer or play by society
rules. Since he lives in the upper crust with a trust fund, he will probably
never have to answer to anyone. The fact that he finds it funny or amusing
when someone get annoyed by his (dumbass) trademark indicates the same level
of school ground behavior you were accused of. Since he is one of a kind
here, you can choose to ignore him, which isn't hard, or if you feel you
must, the boxing card would be a good idea. All the money will go to charity
of your choice, and there are plenty of us that will host it on our servers.
You will need to hire a cameraman for the video footage.

"never_doped" wrote in
message ...


Dude,

Henry represents the median point between the decent folks and the absolute
worst of Usenet. Who would you worry about him when you have these other
severe nutcases? You obviously expect more from Henry than you do from the
others. Where does that expectation come from?

never_doped wrote:

(snip)

Ass beatings are a part of a polite society when reason
has failed.

"Things that make ya go 'hmmmm'".

Steve

On Sun, 3 Oct 2004 14:34:04 -0700, Chris wrote:
Henry represents the median point between the decent folks and the absolute
worst of Usenet.

Last night I heard David Attenborough attribute a great quote to someone
whose name I already forgot, and that went something like: "Mankind is
at the centre of the universe; there are about as much atoms in a man,
as there would fit men in a star."

From: "Chris"
Date: 10/3/2004 5:34 PM Eastern

Dude,

Henry represents the median point between the decent folks and the absolute
worst of Usenet. Who would you worry about him when you have these other
severe nutcases? You obviously expect more from Henry than you do from the
others. Where does that expectation come from?


I'm gonna stand up and defend Henry here. Given his IQ (which doesn't mean
**** unless used properly), and his work ethic regarding research I have no
problem understanding why he addresses everyone with "Dumbass". When you have
to deal with what seems to be a world filled with mental midgets you tend to
get a bit testy.
That said, this newsgroup has no shortage of people who can meet him on equal
terms. Those that can just ignore the "dumbass" as an opening ploy.
Bill C

"Kyle Legate" wrote

I can only think of one other person in the last couple of days who
fits this description as well as you.

Hey, f*ck you too!

critter PROBE

On 03 Oct 2004 21:45:54 GMT, TritonRider wrote:
Given his IQ

Is it a given? Or better yet, what is it?

From: Ewoud Dronkert
Is it a given? Or better yet, what is it?
I'm not sure what it is but think 160+

http://www.mensa.org/info.php
Bill C