Sadly, you’re probably right

May his liver wither and fail

When I see people make statements like this, I tend to disregard what they’re saying. If you aren’t taking concrete actions to help then your words aren’t worth a damn. People can change, sure, but words are not enough.

I doubt she actually recognizes the error of her ways and starts helping affected communities. But if she does, there is a path to redemption that way.

Until then, yes, you’re an idiot. Show us you can be something more than that, if you can.

Many of the discoveries that led to the creation of the internet and smart phones were via government-funded research. Capitalists just figured out how to put it in a sleek package and market it.

Also, you act as those these things are a net good, but have not demonstrated that in your post. Amazon and Shein have been atrocious for the environment and have been massively exploitative.

If you are interested and have some specific questions, feel free to DM me.

A suppressor is nice, but also adds length. Think about your use case and whether that makes sense. Also, in the US you have to get on a government registry if you get one. May not be much of a concern since you’re already on a registry if you buy a gun. (I know they say there’s no registry, but do we really believe that?)

When training I recommend doubling up on hearing protection. Have some ear plugs and then electronic hearing protection over top. Walkers are cheap and work well enough for most people.

I would actually suggest getting a rifle in 5.56. The pressures are a bit higher than .223. You can shoot .223 out of a rifle rated for 5.56, but not the other way around.

Pork, actually. Everyone’s favorite dish: gilded long pig

If you’re in an area where open carry is allowed, it may be worth seeing if there is a JBGC nearby that might be open to helping provide security

It depends on who you are and what potential minorities you fall into. But things are accelerating. By the time you think you are in danger, it will likely be too late.

Cowardice alone will not save you. There will always be further demands to erode your freedoms and your morals and ethics. Find where your line is now or they will continue to chip away at who you are and what you care about until you fit the mold they want you to.

Yes, that’s exactly the point. There is always the potential for consequences, no matter how small.

Freedom of expression is not freedom from consequences. Too many people seem to think that is the case. Sure, the government shouldn’t be able to retaliate, but that doesn’t mean everyone else has to just go along with what was said.

I am guessing that you treat people differently if they say something you find offensive.

If your Spanish is good and you can get a job teaching, Uruguay may be a good option.

Also, if you just need to try and move to a safer place within the US, feel free to DM me.

Oh, it does not matter if you are a citizen, they can deport you - https://ktla.com/news/local-news/ice-has-deported-dozens-of-u-s-citizens-report-says/

Even though it’s actually not possible to deport citizens, so it’s just kidnapping and trafficking them. And that story above is about known incidents from 2015-2020. God only knows how bad it is now. But do not think you are safe if you are a US citizen. You are not.

Chilis, sand, bleach, a spoon

Correct. Yeah, if you have a newer car with GPS, it will likely also have built in communications to the car company.

There are benefits to older, “dumber” cars. Besides enjoying knobs and buttons 😁

Your car’s GPS is also tracking your movements. If you have a newer car then your phone is only part of the problem.

Everyone who is forced to go back should probably spend a bit of time on this site - https://specificsuggestions.com/share/EN/881.html

Slow things down, make it hurt for them. Not enough to get fired, but if everyone does it, it will affect the bottom line.

Everyone had a least 9 years to figure out who Trump is. I’d be more lenient if it was a matter of months. But it was almost a decade since he first ran.

I know there are a lot of factors working against people (capitalism, propaganda, groupthink) but after all that time, I think they should own their decision.

So yes, I blame them. The man talked about injecting bleach for chist’s sakes. And that was all over the news while many people were home and could pay attention if they wanted to.