Re: I finally understand why I'm not allowed to use Lisp

Ben <benbelly@xxxxxxxxx> writes:

Well, I finally reached enlightenment. I understand why people
don't use lisp. It took me a long time. It isn't a lack of
libraries, or the number of parentheses. The thing that kills a
language is powerful syntax and abstractions.


Are you thinking Lisp has been killed? If you are, you are definitely
wrong. I have used C# and you can see the Lisp influences all over
it. Its there, you just have to see it.

There are lots of silly seemingly petty Laws made by the government.
There are not there to control the ones who obey the spirit and
intention of the bigger "law". The letter of the law is there to
control the ones who have no self control. Rules and laws are NOT
made for everybody.

I am sure you are good and decent, you strive to do a good job, apply
yourself, have an open mind. But you have to remember the Manager's
"laws" are not there to control you, but those who do not control
themselves like you. What is causing you grief is you think the
Manager is asking you to stop thinking and being creative. Its not
that at all.

Wade
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