Republican Debate Open Thread (Just kidding, Wednesday Night Drinking Thread)

Submitted by Optimism Attache on September 16th, 2015 at 8:56 PM

I am having a Habanero Sculplin from Ballast Point. It is quite spicy but surprisingly good. Never thought I'd enjoy a nice spicy brew.

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NFG

September 16th, 2015 at 8:58 PM ^

Bomb Canada!

/ducks

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BornSinner

September 17th, 2015 at 1:44 AM ^

Michigan has a monopoly on famous neurosurgeons it seems.

Dr. Ben Carson and Dr. Sanjay Gupta, both amazing life stories and individuals with impressive accomplishments.

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Ferris Loves Red

September 16th, 2015 at 9:00 PM ^

Glenlivet on the rocks with a twist

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Firstbase

September 16th, 2015 at 10:07 PM ^

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Hotel Putingrad

September 16th, 2015 at 9:03 PM ^

Fighting with my second-grader over her math homework. It's like the debate, only with higher ABV and fewer cameras.

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GoBlueDenver

September 16th, 2015 at 9:04 PM ^

I'd love some more selection of spicy beer if anyone has recommendations

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tdcarl

September 16th, 2015 at 9:33 PM ^

I don't know if you'll really be able to find it since I've only seen it on tap, but Right Brain Thai Peanut is worth a shot.

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707oxford

September 16th, 2015 at 11:54 PM ^

I really liked Oddside's Key Largo. I had it at the brewery though - not sure if they distribute that one.

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MGoBender

September 16th, 2015 at 9:06 PM ^

Not to talk about actual policies or politikz , but one quick funny thing that happened:

Very first question

Moderator: Mr. Trump, blah blah blah on some topic not about any other candidate.

Donald Trump: "Why is Rand Paul even here? He's 11th he shouldn't be here"

I lol'd.

#NoPolitics

Two-hearted sixers were on sale at Kroger, so, obviously, I'm enjoying one or two.

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pfholland

September 16th, 2015 at 9:07 PM ^

One or two sixers?

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MGoBender

September 16th, 2015 at 9:08 PM ^

Well, I am watching the debate...

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Firstbase

September 16th, 2015 at 10:11 PM ^

...and then he danced!

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You Got Harbaugh'd

September 16th, 2015 at 9:07 PM ^

I wish Brian were OK with politics talk on the site.

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FreddieMercuryHayes

September 16th, 2015 at 9:09 PM ^

Nothing would burn this board to the ground faster than open game on politics.

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MGoBender

September 16th, 2015 at 9:15 PM ^

Obviously. It was just something funny that happened. This board, of any board, can see a joke - not a serious political statement - and take it for what it is without resorting to incindiary comments.

So, moving on, whatchya drinking?

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wolpherine2000

September 16th, 2015 at 10:56 PM ^

Like when my parents and in laws are both in town. It is a very uneasy peace.

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JClay

September 16th, 2015 at 9:11 PM ^

I have never hated an idea quite like this. I'm on a few other boards and I cite our no politics policy all the time. The alternative is a shit show.

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Firstbase

September 16th, 2015 at 10:17 PM ^

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Perkis-Size Me

September 16th, 2015 at 9:20 PM ^

And I'm so glad he isn't.

There's a time and place for that kind of stuff. I come here to get my fill of all things Michigan, not have half the populace tell me why I'm some ignorant putz who doesn't know what's right for this country.

Talking politics is a lose-lose situation, and I hate doing it. Few people ever remotely think of the idea of compromise, and they're so adamantly certain that it's their way or the highway.

Thank you, Brian. Keep politics off this blog forever.

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turtleboy

September 16th, 2015 at 9:38 PM ^

I'll drink to that. Scotch and ginger ale, specifically.

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bluestaffah

September 16th, 2015 at 11:16 PM ^

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bluestaffah

September 16th, 2015 at 11:20 PM ^

The reason that it is a lose - lose situation is because the greater part of the population has no idea how the political system works. You can even see the same thing in presidential debates and campaigns. It's the old I'm going to change Washington and then they get there and nothing changes... because it can't change and never will. It can only be manipulated and most times only slightly.

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GoBlueDenver

September 16th, 2015 at 9:39 PM ^

Please no

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Danwillhor

September 17th, 2015 at 3:32 AM ^

things you avoid bringing up "at the dinner table". Why? People lose their f***ing minds. As much as I LOVE a great and civil discussion on both, it can rarely be done. You're playing loose with their life and death, they seem to think. I agree with the ban.

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Sarasota13

September 16th, 2015 at 9:10 PM ^

Is it okay to report that Tom Brady supports Donald Trump?

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Rhino77

September 16th, 2015 at 9:11 PM ^

Good for him. Exercising freedom. It's a good thing.

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Blue_sophie

September 17th, 2015 at 1:35 AM ^

He can support whomever the fuck he wants regardless of what you or I think. He's a hell of a quarterback.

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rob f

September 16th, 2015 at 9:12 PM ^

Idiots...er, strike that...these gentlemen and lady debate, well, enough to drive one to drink on a weeknight! This night calls for a 'Not Your Father's Root Beer'.

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