gowlerk
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Ameristan (from Neal Stephenson's latest book)
gowlerk replied to billvon's topic in Speakers Corner
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All the conservatives have a new ally. Vladimir Putin: Putin: The "liberal idea" has "outlived its purpose" Hear me now and believe me later........
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ca5y1qj848
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Also consider that other newer jumpers will be reading this thread. While there was an element of , let's say snideness, in the post. there was also a number of truths. I would consider the post to be aimed at a larger audience than just you. In the end this is the biggest truth. ( I know it's not really a quote from you, the new quote system here is lacking) I really believe in this principle. Within reason we all need to respect people's choices. Yours are not unreasonable, but perhaps not ideal. So, what are you pissed off about? Personally, I would advise you to get up to at least 200 jumps then if all is well getting a 190 to replace the 210. And btw, as you are a regular poster I can also say that I generally like your attitude.
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Not really related, but I don't want to start too many threads. I came across this story about an FL woman who took her husband's killing machines and turned them into the police. While he was sitting in jail with an order not to possess guns. They charged her with stealing them. Unfuckinbelievable.
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I was going to just post this to the "mass shootings" thread. But it seems to have been hijacked and locked down like a school under threat. This is not about a specific event, but a Marketplace series on the costs of killing machines being used on co-workers in America. The story claims that an average of about one person a day is killed while at work. Apparently " active shooter insurance coverage" is now a thing in America. That should say something I guess. https://www.marketplace.org/collection/gun-violence-in-the-workplace/
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Some blue on blue violence going on down on the range. Thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery. https://www.local10.com/news/florida/doral/police-officer-shot-at-training-center-in-doral
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4 YO kills 3 YO in sibling rivalry dispute over who gets to play with dad's killing machine. https://www.wmcactionnews5.com/2019/06/25/man-arrested-after-toddler-shot-killed-by-year-old-brother/ Sometimes the children live... https://www.firstcoastnews.com/article/news/child-shot-in-critical-condition-after-two-kids-get-hold-of-gun-police-say/77-39c424c3-2ab2-4581-9c8b-2842f733b74e Sometimes not.. https://www.sbsun.com/2019/06/25/12-year-old-accidentally-shoots-brother-to-death-in-san-bernardino-mom-arrested/ Each of these from June 24th.....againandagainandagain......
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I do. Does Trump? He’s the source .
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This whole "illegal s voting for Democrats" thing is also bullshit. Illegals don't vote, they keep their heads down and do their best to avoid attention. And, many of them are conservative and religious and more likely to vote that way. Except that part the R party coalition is the racists, so they are made to feel unwelcome there. Conservatives fear and/or resist change. That is part of what the name means.
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If the "Illegals" were from Norway instead of "shithole countries" both you and Trump would be welcoming them.
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Yes, this is basically a declaration of war from the culture warriors. They see Trump as their "great white hope". The part of America that is forward looking and not afraid of change has been awoken to their danger. Just as Ron's people were motivated to get out and vote last time, this time those who disagree are going to be motivated in 2020. The true patriots, those who are not fearful and who understand that the strength of America does not stem from it's "whiteness" will soon be in control.
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Not much to say about this one. Just the average run of the mill story. Eleven year old girl accidentally shoots herself in the face and dies. Again and again and again...... https://www.wjtv.com/news/local-news/11-year-old-girl-dead-after-firearm-discharges-in-face-breaking/2094316000
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No one would even bother to give Trump much thought, let alone hate, if he had not managed to become POTUS. It's not hard to understand hating having him in that office. What is hard to understand is your acceptance of him in that role.
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That's pretty much what I think.
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I’ve heard reports that people who attended a briefing with him before hand thought he was truly troubled by the options he was facing.
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Reminds me of “the arms race” I’m guessing you are not hoping for “mutually assured destruction”. Remember, whoever gets the first shot usually wins.
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The reason they may deter is their capacity to kill. Sometimes the road rager is also armed.
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You may be right about that. The generals may not be the hawks. Guys like Pompeo and Bolton are likely disappointed though.
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No. While I do agree, that was not what was on my mind.
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Well, because one has nothing to do with the other. The children accidentally killed are only a small portion of the thousands upon thousands of Americans shot to death every year. Household poisons all have a good use. Killing machines on the other hand are only good for killing .
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Of course. That makes it okay. I get it. As long as you have killing machines to play with the dead kids are just someone else’s heartache.
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Would that stop the 2 yo from picking up the bottle and drinking himself to death?
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I was not aware of laws against consuming alcohol. Do tell.
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Or, maybe people who can't handle dangerous toys should not have them.
