ron obvious 1,502 Posted May 23, 2020 7 hours ago, Pugin said: Over the years, occasionally I will hear something that resonates with me forever, almost like a lightbulb moment. I will give two examples from way back. 'The system went crooked the moment the banks started charging interest'. I don't know who said it, but my God it opens up the possibility of a better alternative. We went to war in the Falklands in order to protect international investors. We needed Galtieri gone as he was about to renege on Argentina's international debts. Both of these are seemingly outrageous assertions but they set a hare running, and this seems like a very good time to understand the issues a bit more. What incentive would you suggest for lending money to people you don't know? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pugin 601 Posted May 23, 2020 8 minutes ago, ron obvious said: What incentive would you suggest for lending money to people you don't know? You've got to work harder than that, Ron. You give me one possible 'incentive', (your word) and I promise to give you three or four in return. If you can't think of one, then fine. It means further conversation is pointless. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ron obvious 1,502 Posted May 23, 2020 Well actually, I don't. And if you can't name even one then I can only assume you can't think of any. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pugin 601 Posted May 23, 2020 4 minutes ago, ron obvious said: Well actually, I don't. And if you can't name even one then I can only assume you can't think of any. Wow! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ron obvious 1,502 Posted May 23, 2020 10 minutes ago, Pugin said: Wow! I perhaps should have been more specific, as I was referring to banks needing an incentive to lend money, not lending (or indeed giving) on a personal level. Since they employ people to administer the distribution of money I can't see how they can avoid charging interest. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
essex canary 496 Posted May 24, 2020 When interviewed in 1965 a youthful Bob Dylan offered a piece of advice to the world at large. It was always carry a lightbulb. He also wrote the following in that year: 'Where Ma Rainey and Beethoven once unwrapped a bed roll Tuba players now rehearse around a flag pole And the National Bank at a profit Sells road maps for the soul To the old folks home and the college's Does that help fill the gaps in understanding? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nutty nigel 7,534 Posted May 24, 2020 Uncle Bob also wrote.. Everybody's neath the trees Feeding pigeons on a limb But when Quinn the Eskimo gets here All the pigeons gonna run to him Come all without, come all within You'll not see nothing like John Manning Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
norfolkbroadslim 223 Posted May 24, 2020 In all seriousness, it is the illuminati. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Graham Paddons Beard 2,431 Posted May 27, 2020 (edited) For bond issues HMG should use Tifosy. Edited May 27, 2020 by Graham Paddons Beard Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
essex canary 496 Posted May 27, 2020 I am struggling to understand how Covid19 driving would compare to drink or drug driving. Perhaps I will email Dominic Cummings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wcorkcanary 4,334 Posted May 27, 2020 28 minutes ago, essex canary said: I am struggling to understand how Covid19 driving would compare to drink or drug driving. Perhaps I will email Dominic Cummings. Easy, if he felt it was impairing his vision, then he is in no fit state to drive, its as simple a concept as being entitled to something for life......aaah, I see the problem now. How did you do at comprehension st school? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
