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Title: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: DeterminedJuliet on January 16, 2012, 02:43:14 PM
There's an online petition to have a statue of Christopher Hitchens erected in London.

Thought I'd post for those of you who may be interested. :)
http://www.atheist-reference.org/ (http://www.atheist-reference.org/)
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: Asmodean on January 16, 2012, 02:57:52 PM
Yes, they should.  :D

Also, The Asmo is looking for a suitably grand location for his statue when that time comes. The Moon, methink. It is to be reshaped into a huge orbital Asmo.
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: xSilverPhinx on January 16, 2012, 04:42:32 PM
Added my name ;D
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: Asmodean on January 16, 2012, 04:44:26 PM
Quote from: xSilverPhinx on January 16, 2012, 04:42:32 PM
Added my name ;D
It's good to know that you share The Asmo's vision that the Moon needs to be reshaped slightly.  :D




:P
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: xSilverPhinx on January 16, 2012, 04:47:09 PM
Quote from: Asmodean on January 16, 2012, 04:44:26 PM
Quote from: xSilverPhinx on January 16, 2012, 04:42:32 PM
Added my name ;D
It's good to know that you share The Asmo's vision that the Moon needs to be reshaped slightly.  :D

:P

It wouldn't be wise to say 'no', would it? ;D

I'm assuming there's a book with a few easy steps for that sort of situation?
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: Ali on January 16, 2012, 04:51:55 PM
Quote from: Asmodean on January 16, 2012, 02:57:52 PM
Yes, they should.  :D

Also, The Asmo is looking for a suitably grand location for his statue when that time comes. The Moon, methink. It is to be reshaped into a huge orbital Asmo.

Isn't the moon already Asmo shaped?  I kind of already assumed that the Moon was a giant Asmo monument.  What other purpose could it possibly serve?  Who would put a gigantic lumpy piece of grey rock up in the sky "just because"?  It's definitely already Asmo-like.  As a matter of fact, if I squint, I can kind of see the sour lemon expression from here.   ;D
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: Asmodean on January 16, 2012, 05:04:20 PM
Quote from: Ali on January 16, 2012, 04:51:55 PM
Quote from: Asmodean on January 16, 2012, 02:57:52 PM
Yes, they should.  :D

Also, The Asmo is looking for a suitably grand location for his statue when that time comes. The Moon, methink. It is to be reshaped into a huge orbital Asmo.

Isn't the moon already Asmo shaped?  I kind of already assumed that the Moon was a giant Asmo monument.  What other purpose could it possibly serve?  Who would put a gigantic lumpy piece of grey rock up in the sky "just because"?  It's definitely already Asmo-like.  As a matter of fact, if I squint, I can kind of see the sour lemon expression from here.   ;D
Well, yes... The ancient Asmos enslaved the primitive humans and made them shape the Moon into The Asmo sculpture. However, the incompetent fools FORGOT THE EYES!!!  >:(

Naturally, they were sacrificed in rivers of blood. And now, no workers... No eyes... No hope.  :'(
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: Ali on January 16, 2012, 05:07:12 PM
Quote from: Asmodean on January 16, 2012, 05:04:20 PM
Quote from: Ali on January 16, 2012, 04:51:55 PM
Quote from: Asmodean on January 16, 2012, 02:57:52 PM
Yes, they should.  :D

Also, The Asmo is looking for a suitably grand location for his statue when that time comes. The Moon, methink. It is to be reshaped into a huge orbital Asmo.

Isn't the moon already Asmo shaped?  I kind of already assumed that the Moon was a giant Asmo monument.  What other purpose could it possibly serve?  Who would put a gigantic lumpy piece of grey rock up in the sky "just because"?  It's definitely already Asmo-like.  As a matter of fact, if I squint, I can kind of see the sour lemon expression from here.   ;D
Well, yes... The ancient Asmos enslaved the primitive humans and made them shape the Moon into The Asmo sculpture. However, the incompetent fools FORGOT THE EYES!!!  >:(

I think I recall someone shooting a rocket at the moon a few years ago.  We need more of those to carve out the eyes.  You can't have a proper scowl without the glaring eyes and drawn brow.  I'll see who I can pester about more rockets.   ;D
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: Asmodean on January 16, 2012, 05:17:05 PM
Quote from: Ali on January 16, 2012, 05:07:12 PM
I think I recall someone shooting a rocket at the moon a few years ago.  We need more of those to carve out the eyes.  You can't have a proper scowl without the glaring eyes and drawn brow.  I'll see who I can pester about more rockets.   ;D
Yes! Do. No proper Asmo without eyes, looking sideways at the Earth.  >:(
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: Guardian85 on January 16, 2012, 09:08:47 PM
Anyway...

Going back to the original topic, I just signed.
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: m.condon on January 16, 2012, 09:52:31 PM
I wish someone would get a petition like this started in The united States. I will gladly sign the petition if I can, even though I don't live there. I think he was a great leader and a great mind. I think having his statue here on campus would be really inspiring
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: m.condon on January 16, 2012, 09:56:08 PM
Just noticed the note at the end of the petition....and sent the link to practically everyone I know
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: Sweetdeath on January 17, 2012, 08:55:42 PM
The U.S? Don't hold your breath, condon.

I.ll sign. Moving to UK in future anyway. :)

Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: m.condon on January 18, 2012, 01:29:06 AM
Ya, when I'm being a realist I have very little Hope for the US, but I try to be optimistic and cling to the last ray of hope. Even if we don't get one if we could call media attention to the US we could express who and why they want the memorial, awareness is everything. I don't think it will happen anytime soon but Hope never hurts....or it always hurts? Idk. I have mixed feelings on hope
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: Crow on January 18, 2012, 02:23:57 AM
Quote from: m.condon on January 18, 2012, 01:29:06 AM
I have mixed feelings on hope

Nice choice of avatar picture then ;D
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: OldGit on January 18, 2012, 11:01:29 AM
I signed the Hitchens petition. Not sure about the moon, sorry, Asmo but we might disturb the cheese.
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: The Magic Pudding on January 18, 2012, 12:37:48 PM
If Hitch is depicted smoking perhaps a tobacco company will pay for it.
Or not, I'm not sure if the manner of his death would make it a no go.

I think the Hitch statue should have a cigarette, a glass and a thoughtful expression.
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: The Magic Pudding on January 18, 2012, 12:42:40 PM
Quote from: OldGit on January 18, 2012, 11:01:29 AMNot sure about the moon, sorry, Asmo but we might disturb the cheese.

You should be more concerned about disturbing the coin operated stove, defender of the cheese.
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: Sweetdeath on January 18, 2012, 08:54:12 PM
Quote from: The Magic Pudding on January 18, 2012, 12:37:48 PM
If Hitch is depicted smoking perhaps a tobacco company will pay for it.
Or not, I'm not sure if the manner of his death would make it a no go.

I think the Hitch statue should have a cigarette, a glass and a thoughtful expression.


I  would like to see that.
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: xSilverPhinx on January 19, 2012, 05:21:51 AM
Quote from: The Magic Pudding on January 18, 2012, 12:37:48 PM
I think the Hitch statue should have a cigarette, a glass and a thoughtful expression.

Wouldn't be Hitchens without those. 8)
Title: Re: Petition to erect statue of Christopher Hitchens
Post by: Asmodean on January 19, 2012, 05:22:19 AM
Quote from: The Magic Pudding on January 18, 2012, 12:37:48 PM
If Hitch is depicted smoking perhaps a tobacco company will pay for it.
Or not, I'm not sure if the manner of his death would make it a no go.

I think the Hitch statue should have a cigarette, a glass and a thoughtful expression.

Absolutely! He did smoke like a steam locomotive and indulged in a glass of strong stuff every now and then. I see no problem in recognising that.

I also look forward to the angry "Think of the CHILDREN!!11!!!!!1!ONE!11" movements' reaction to such a statue if indeed it gets its smoke and its drink.