Stop trying to make Istanbul happen. It's not going to happen.

@1: I think the Turks will decide whether Istanbul happens or not. Great article, Ned.

hey fatso, it's a joke that you probably don't now the reference of because you are too old

Well aren't you hilarious. At least I can type, sonny. Anyhow, good luck to the people of Istanbul.

Sven, he's just another shit-for-brains asshole who thinks being an obnoxious dick somehow compensates for being wet behind the ears. There's no shortage of them here, as I'm sure you've noticed.

Thanks, 5280. And what's with some people hiding their activity? If somebody wants to look back 5 years and see if I said something that in retrospect looks stupid, more power to 'em. Though there's a lot of minutiae and HRC support posts through which to wade.

Maybe they're afraid they'll look like idiots. Ha! Too late.

@3 - Cool story bro. I bet I have playlists with more depth that are older than you.

Sven, just consider anyone with a hidden comment history a troll. Also, you are one of the best commenters on Slog and have been for years. Even though we don't always agree and I often get caught up in my emotions, I'm glad you've stuck around.

Hey, thanks @8. I think likewise, and am glad to hear it's reciprocal.