neanderthal

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[–] neanderthal@lemmy.world 26 points 2 years ago (3 children)

See what? I don't get it.

[–] neanderthal@lemmy.world 24 points 2 years ago

Big houses kinda suck in many ways. Bigger HVAC system to replace. Bigger roof. More flooring. More paint. More cabinets. More plumbing fixtures. Bigger tax bill. Bigger utility bills. All of that means more time and many to maintain or replace.

[–] neanderthal@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago

Hmm. I have used HAproxy a lot. I doubt that is the issue. If other instances are working fine, my guess it is on their end.

[–] neanderthal@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago

Tax the shit out of AI and crypto currency data centers. Use the proceeds on ending car dependency and various forms of carbon sequestration. Tax the shit out of corporations that have certain occupations commute to a physical office. Tax the shit out of certain goods transported on ships burning bunker oil. Highly specialized stuff like computer processors that aren't large or heavy can get a pass. You all get the idea.

[–] neanderthal@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago

I've said it for decades at this point, but we really need to add philosophy to our standard curriculum;

YES!!! I've been saying it too! I'd leave out metaphysics other than an introduction to what it is with an example or two. We are seriously lacking in epistemology. I would focus it mainly on epistemology and ethics though.

[–] neanderthal@lemmy.world 13 points 2 years ago

speaking on condition of anonymity.

Meaning there is a good chance this information is classified because it lets Russia know to expect anti-personnel mines, which helps their war effort.

[–] neanderthal@lemmy.world 4 points 2 years ago

Don't forget R Kelly

[–] neanderthal@lemmy.world 0 points 2 years ago

Trolls like you?

[–] neanderthal@lemmy.world 10 points 2 years ago (3 children)

Unfortunately, social media is highly influencial of public opinion, so it is a civic responsibility that those with life experience and expertise with things need to engage in. Failure to do so effectively is rolling over for ~~MAGA~~ Nazis 2.0.

We need to be better at rhetoric and debate. Cicero wrote over 2 millenia ago about the power of eloquence.

"Wisdom without eloquence does too little for the good of communities, but eloquence without wisdom is, in most instances, extremely harmful and never beneficial. If, then, anyone exerts all of his energies in the practice of oratory to the neglect of the highest and most honorable pursuits of reason and moral conduct, he is reared as a citizen useless to himself and harmful to his country; but the person who arms himself with eloquence in such a way that enables him not to assault the interest of his country, but rather assist them, this man, in my opinion, will be a citizen most helpful and most devoted both to his own interests and those of the public.”

In recent years, the unwise have weaponized eloquence. The wise among us have failed spectacularly at understanding the importance and power of persuasion.

[–] neanderthal@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago

So what is your solution be since Gaza is so important to you? Do you want to be absolved of your voting decision?

[–] neanderthal@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago (3 children)

Those are the things you've gone to bat for, that is the realized vision of the Biden-Harris regime.

There's a difference between making the best of a bad situation and going to bat for it. Your choices were someone who there is a chance of reigning in Israel or someone that told them to do whatever they want with weapons we send. The latter is obviously a bad choice unless you agree with Israel.

[–] neanderthal@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

He is being too nice. He needs to get a lawyer and sue that shitty company for harassment and whatever else.

ETA: The US isn't overly litigious. We are under litigious if anything.

 

Not a good look...

 

Am I crazy here?

This post was inspired by the recent AMA suggestion.

I'd bet John Oliver would be willing to do a segment on social media with Reddit as an opener, then segue to the Fediverse. It has a wide appeal, recent high profile stories (Twitter wasn't THAT long ago), and the impact of his typical hard hitting segments. BUT, before doing that, what the fediverse lacks is easy to digest information. There needs to be a simple web page with a simple URL that they can put on the show that explains the fediverse and all the equivalent apps. We also need a charismatic spokesperson or two willing to be on the show that can concisely explain the fediverse to the every person. The writers strike is actually in the Fediverse's favor because it provides an opportunity for growth.

Here is why I think this isn't a pipe dream:

  1. Social Media has a giant societal impact, which is the sort of story they like to do.
  2. Almost everyone uses it now so viewer interest would be high.
  3. Current companies have a lot of power to influence people. He loves talking about powerful people.
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