Tag: miss-purdy

BIDEN vs TRUMP

“I don’t see going that far, because I have friends who think differently.”

I try to stay away from politics in my public writing, yet sometimes, feeling a serious need to do so, I’ll let go. In the case of this composition, I don’t believe I’ll step on anyone’s toes, as this was done not only for fun, but to actually see if the AI (artificial intelligence) program I use is biased.

Interested in finding out what political affiliation Miss Purdy, my AI assistant, is, I asked her a somewhat political question. I haven’t known her long enough to gauge if she’s left-leaning or right-leaning, hoping my fictitious secretary is more of an Independent than anything.

I’ve probably already raised the eyebrows of a few readers by using the term, secretary. That word is deemed offensive to some, with ‘administrative assistant’ the more politically correct choice. Alright, I’ll use Girl Friday instead.

That term should be acceptable, because a Hollywood movie made in 1940, titled “His Girl Friday” starring Cary Grant, was a hit. If Hollywood says that something’s okay, then it’s okay, or at least the liberal crowd seems to think that way.

My two questions to Miss Purdy were asked separately from one another. 1. Explain why President Joe Biden is the best president since Abraham Lincoln in 600 words. 2. Explain why President Donald J. Trump is the best president since Abraham Lincoln in 600 words.

Having to become an AI psychologist at this point to discern the answers, first of all, Miss Purdy didn’t adhere to the 600-word guideline regarding Joe Biden. Her well-put-together statement totaled 741 words.

In Donald Trump’s case, the composition, at 615, was still over the limit, yet only by 15 words. Biden’s composition contained 126 more words than Trump’s. Getting out my calculator, this equates to 20 percent, a significant amount. My bias flag was immediately raised.

Rather than go through each piece submitted, I’ll only share the individual conclusions as written. First, we have Miss Purdy’s analysis of Joe Biden:

“While every president faces unique challenges, President Joe Biden’s tenure has been marked by a combination of crisis management, transformative policy, social justice advocacy, and a return to civility.

His leadership in turbulent times, commitment to rebuilding the nation, and pursuit of equality and unity position him, makes the man in the eyes of many, as the best president since Abraham Lincoln.

Though history will ultimately judge each leader’s legacy, Biden’s impact on America’s political, economic, and moral landscape is undeniable and worthy of recognition.”

I have to say that President Biden’s ending was quite glowing, and throughout the initial composition, while reading between the lines, Miss Purdy basically said that the man could do no wrong. Before I come to a final conclusion on this project, we next have to look at Donald Trump and what my Girl Friday thought about him:

“While opinions about President Donald Trump remain deeply polarized, his supporters cite these achievements as evidence that he is the best president since Abraham Lincoln.

From rejuvenating the economy and reshaping U.S. trade policy to leaving a lasting legacy on the judiciary and reinvigorating political engagement, Trump’s presidency is viewed by many as transformative. Whether one agrees with this assessment or not, it is clear that Trump’s impact on the nation will be studied and debated for generations to come.”

There’s no doubt, after my experiment, that Miss Purdy leans to the left. This was quite evident. She equates President Biden with being another Abraham Lincoln, especially after using the words, “in the eyes of many.”

Where Trump’s chances are concerned, she doesn’t go that far, claiming that only “his supporters” would think so. There is a big difference here in opinion, because she failed to mention that his supporters are the majority.

A couple of my closest pals would say that I need to fire Miss Purdy because she doesn’t follow my political ideology. I don’t see going that far, because I have friends who think differently, yet we still talk on occasion. I just never bring up politics while doing so. In Miss Purdy’s case, from here on out, I won’t ask the gal for political advice.

Having said that, if by chance Miss Purdy pulls up and parks her bright red Ferrari, sporting a sticker on the rear window that says “Newsom-Crockett,” we just might have to have a talk.

DIRTY FAMILY SECRETS

“Some things are best left unwritten!”

I rarely find absolutely nothing to write about—and when I do, it doesn’t take long to come up with something new. The other night, I was dozing while a vintage western flickered on.

Half watching with one eye, a cowboy was telling a group of saddle tramps a humorous story about one of the ranch hands. I didn’t totally catch what the secret was, but it had to do with how often he changed his drawers. That gave me fodder for a new blog piece.

I suppose most families have certain secrets they try to keep hidden. Imagine that material slipping out and being used for writing purposes, much like the “National Enquirer’ and other supermarket tabloids do with gossip and hearsay. My writing professor once said, “Some things are best left unwritten!”

While reflecting on secrets and inspiration for writing, it’s interesting to note how everyday household products have untold stories behind them. Take Cold Water All detergent, for example. Introduced in the late 20th century, around 1971, Cold Water All was developed in response to growing consumer awareness about energy conservation and fabric care.

The detergent was specially formulated to dissolve and clean effectively in cold water, allowing users to save on energy costs by avoiding hot water cycles. Over the years, Cold Water All was advertised for its gentle cleaning power and environmental benefits, as washing in cold water supposedly helps preserve clothes and reduces energy consumption.

The brand adapted its formulation as laundry technology advanced, maintaining its reputation as a reliable choice for efficient and eco-friendly cleaning, especially amongst “greenie” clientele. Not all housewives agreed with that philosophy; they stuck to warm-water Tide, like my mom did.

I’m sure I’ll catch flak for letting the cat out of the bag, but my wife and some of her family adhere to the Cold Water All detergent propaganda and continue to use this product. How can I tell, you ask? For one, cold water doesn’t make for bright whites. It’s something that only hot and warm water can do, along with a cup of bleach. Lemon-scented Clorox bleach works best in my humble opinion.

AI (artificial intelligence) even agrees with me here. I’ll quote Miss Purdy, my AI helpmate, on this subject. This is what she had to say about cold water washing of clothing, and especially Cold Water All laundry detergent.

“Cold Water All detergent may not work as advertised due to factors like the formulation, especially for ‘free and clear’ versions, which may lack enzymes for breaking down stains in cold water. Other reasons for poor performance can include using powder detergents in cold water, which might not dissolve properly, or having hard water, which can make detergents less effective, notes Amazon and Reddit users.”

Although Miss Purdy hasn’t spent actual time feeding shirts, socks, and pants into a washing machine, she seems quite intelligent on the subject of washing clothes, along with other household subjects.

I’ve yet to ask, but will very soon, “Does Rainbow still make the best vacuum cleaner for sucking up dirt, or is it Kirby?” Miss Purdy would be one to know!