No, not more important. But at the moment, more imperative.

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The discussion revolves around the implications of prioritizing mission completion versus saving lives, as referenced in a movie quote. Participants express concerns about copycat killings and terrorist actions, seeking viable solutions amidst a perceived majority of ineffective ideas.

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  • One participant reflects on the balance between mission completion and the imperative of saving lives, citing personal experience in aviation.
  • Another participant questions the claim that 99% of ideas are not viable, seeking clarification on the basis for this assertion.
  • A different participant expresses frustration with the quality of discourse, suggesting that many contributions lack substance and clarity.
  • Some participants indicate a lack of understanding of the initial reference to the movie, suggesting that context may be lost on those unfamiliar with it.

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Participants do not appear to reach consensus on the viability of ideas or the clarity of the discussion. Multiple competing views and uncertainties remain regarding the effectiveness of proposed solutions and the interpretation of the initial post.

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There are indications of unclear communication and varying levels of familiarity with the referenced movie, which may affect participants' engagement with the topic.

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Line from the movie Airport, circa 1:20:40.

I used to fly planes, so I understand getting the mission done is more important, but on rare occasion, saving lives was more imperative.

I'm concerned about these copycat killings/terrorist actions, but what to do?

99% of most ideas aren't viable. I'm interested in hearing about that 1% which just might work.
 
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mugaliens said:
99% of most ideas aren't viable. I'm interested in hearing about that 1% which just might work.

Why are 99% not viable? Is there something that shows this figure or is it purely your disagreement with what they propose?
 
jarednjames said:
Why are 99% not viable? Is there something that shows this figure or is it purely your disagreement with what they propose?

No, reallly nothing, jared. They. We. Not making sens is the issue. Most of us don't quite cut the mustard.

We put the prattle out there, yet 99% of the time, it remains prattle.

Not making the grade.
 
I'm sorry mugs, but your usual brilliantly well written post style eludes me in this one.

I quite literally can't read that properly, let alone understand it.
 
I havn't seen this movie, so I guess I'm just missing the point of the 1st post.
 
Drakkith said:
I havn't seen this movie, so I guess I'm just missing the point of the 1st post.

i think it's somewhere in the 99%
 

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