Guess Who Else Wants A Piece of the Federal Bailout?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the proposal for the porn industry to seek federal bailout funds amid economic downturns. Participants explore the implications of this request, the motivations behind it, and the broader context of bailouts in general.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants find humor in the idea of the porn industry seeking a bailout, expressing disbelief and amusement.
  • Others suggest that the request for a bailout is a serious political statement about the nature of financial assistance during economic crises.
  • One participant questions the morality of bailing out wealthy individuals while others are struggling, framing it as a form of obscenity.
  • There are references to local business developments, including a topless coffee shop, which some participants find amusing and relevant to the discussion.
  • Participants express a mix of sarcasm and genuine concern regarding the implications of such bailouts for society.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally express a mix of humor and skepticism regarding the bailout request, with some agreeing on the absurdity of the situation while others take a more serious stance on the implications of financial assistance to various industries. No consensus is reached on the seriousness of the bailout request or its broader implications.

Contextual Notes

Some statements reflect personal opinions and humor, while others touch on political and ethical considerations without reaching a definitive conclusion. The discussion includes various interpretations of the term "obscenity" in relation to financial bailouts.

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Larry Flynt is nothing if not entertaining. Who else needs a bailout? There is a local former motel, converted to apartments (prosperity, anyone?), and the owner wants to turn the restaurant/lounge into a topless coffee-shop. The planning board has ruled that they do not have the authority to deny his application based on the attire of the employees, and have approved his application.

Watch that scalding-hot coffee, Honey! Ooh! that's got to hurt! Can I kiss it better? :smile:
 
Of course they need a bailout. They are about to go bust.
 
LowlyPion said:
Of course they need a bailout. They are about to go bust.
We can has boom and bust! (and cheeseburger)
 
i think larry is making a political statement here, one i happen to agree with. i can't think of anything more pornographic than bailing out rich people after a market crash.
 
Proton Soup said:
i think larry is making a political statement here, one i happen to agree with. i can't think of anything more pornographic than bailing out rich people after a market crash.
Can we have a non-sexual definition of "obscenity"? The early stages of the give-away (oops! bailout) sure erase that line.
 
Don't they need a pull out?
 
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Daddy needs to upgrade his wheel chair from gold to platinum.
 
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turbo-1 said:
Can we have a non-sexual definition of "obscenity"? The early stages of the give-away (oops! bailout) sure erase that line.

we're all getting screwed!

Cyrus said:
Don't they need a pull out?

of course, that's the money shot
 
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CNN said:
“The take here is that everyone and their mother want to be bailed out from the banks to the big three,” said Owen Moogan, spokesman for Larry Flynt. “The porn industry has been hurt by the downturn like everyone else and they are going to ask for the $5 billion. Is it the most serious thing in the world? Is it going to make the lives of Americans better if it happens? It is not for them to determine.”
I guess not. I guess. :rolleyes:
 
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Cyrus said:
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Daddy needs to upgrade his wheel chair from gold to platinum.

No really
 
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Oh what a repulsive little man. But this one must entitle him to a comedy award of some kind!
 

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