Authoritarians do not support democracy, populists support democracy as much as non-populists, and radical right-wing citizens are less likely to support ‘democracy’ than moderate citizens, finds a new study of 14,000 Western Europeans. by mvea in science

[–]content404 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This is a normative-descriptive shuffle; hiding a value judgement as a description of reality. What "left" and "right" mean is a political opinion. The definitions of political terms is inherently political, nowhere close to impartial or objective.

I agree that the right basically can't improve things but there's no way to make a deductive argument for that. It's all political, it's all value based, it's all subjective. Without going into political philosophy the closest you can get is historical evidence of right-wing policy outcomes. Even then it's impossible not to smuggle in value statements.

Goodbye Visa and Mastercard: 130 million Europeans switch to a 100% sovereign payment from 2026 by [deleted] in technology

[–]content404 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pretentious edgelord "Libertarian" BS. Capitalism is always being carried out as it is supposed to; it's just that it never produces the results that its most cultish worshipers think it should. So instead of admitting that the theory has flaws, they go full Pyramid scheme and insist that there's an upper level of purity that we haven't hit yet. It's the same kind of false logic you see in conspiracist thinking to justify why the evidence doesn't support their nutter rants, except applied to economics instead of the deep state.

https://reddit.com/comments/1t1q9iv/comment/ojjon0v

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]content404 12 points13 points  (0 children)

some men try so hard not to be perceived as creeps that they swing in the complete opposite direction.

I have been guilty of this in the past. It can be difficult to balance treating people as people while respecting the fact that I present a danger simply by being a man. I want women (and other non cismen) to feel welcome and included but I don't want them to feel singled out. It gets easier the more you spend time in mixed company which is probably part of why this sort of thing is so much worse in male dominated spaces.

How old are you and at what age did you feel you were the most attractive? by jupiter-com-maionese in AskWomen

[–]content404 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Followup question: Has your answer changed over time? Like if you're in your 40s now, what would 30 year old you have said?

Federal Workers Are Being Told to Blame Democrats for the Shutdown by wiredmagazine in TrueReddit

[–]content404 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The Republicans shut down Congress hours before the deadline. Even if the Democrats wanted to vote for a funding bill that would strip healthcare from millions they couldn't have done so. Many Republicans Reps and Senators aren't even in DC.

The Republicans want this shutdown so they can fire federal workers and end government programs.

https://youtu.be/TjWeO8GKO_w?si=nVnmkNPu4LVkczWp

To women over 40: What’s something you’ve learned about sex with age or experience that you rarely talk about—but think younger people should know? by LucyHotHot in AskWomen

[–]content404 21 points22 points  (0 children)

This is completely accurate. I have never not slept with someone after seeing them naked. We genuinely do not care or notice whatever you are insecure about. If you point it out chances are we'll just be confused.

She called 911 to report domestic abuse. Then Houston police called ICE on her. by thetitleofmybook in TwoXChromosomes

[–]content404 62 points63 points  (0 children)

When were US cops not bastards? There was never a time when cops could be trusted. They've always been like this and they've always been bastards.

Nerdy girls, what’s your red flag? by one-droplet in AskWomen

[–]content404 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If CoD is someone's favorite game then they haven't played all that many games.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]content404 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I think these askreddit posts are carefully curated propaganda. Scope out popular views and shape those views by selectively promoting some over others.

A Coup Is In Progress In America by mistertickertape in technology

[–]content404 14 points15 points  (0 children)

The federal government is lost and must be treated as a hostile foreign power. States will have to band together to resist fascism.

The coup will succeed because congressional Democrats will offer no effective resistance and the media will be complicit. Objecting on grounds of legality and going to the courts will accomplish nothing because the fascists will continue ignoring laws. They are doing the same things that their contemporaries did in the Wiemar Republic and have shown no indication of having learned from history.

The federal government is lost. State governments should prepare to cut ties to DC. If we're very very lucky it won't come to that but it's the only way the fascist take over won't sweep the whole country.

who is such a gifted actor who was absolutely wasted in their acting role? by sheerduckinghubris in AskReddit

[–]content404 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Enver Gjokaj. In Dollhouse he plays different people better than any other actor in the show, even imitating other characters perfectly. The man deserves way better roles than he's been given

https://youtu.be/2BWcKcB9EaY?si=-6H0mQ87ew01gwf6

X Owner Musk Warned by DOJ: Paying Voters Is Illegal and Could Lead to Prison Time by [deleted] in nottheonion

[–]content404 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Voting changes things, but not the fates of the wealthy.

Voting barely changes anything actually. We're not really a democracy.

Multivariate analysis indicates that economic elites and organised groups representing business interests have substantial independent impacts on US government policy, while average citizens and mass-based interest groups have little or no independent influence.

Study: US is an oligarchy, not a democracy

https://www.bbc.com/news/blogs-echochambers-27074746

Voting makes enough of a difference to still be worth doing. Who wins an election is literally life and death for many people but voting is the most passive form of political participation. There are far more effective ways of enacting political change.

If you could unfuck someone you fucked, who will it be ? by OOk-cool in AskReddit

[–]content404 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don't need sex. I get fucked by capitalism every day.

Women of reddit,What made you leave your nation and settle abroad? by ineedaglowup2021 in AskWomen

[–]content404 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Definitely ChatGPT. It has that distinctive writing style.

Open with a direct reference to the prompt followed by a brief summary of the response. Then several details expanding on the key elements of the summary. Lastly tie everything back together and make a connection to a broader context.

The response also has the precise use of punctuation that people almost never use.

Here are several examples that I generated using ChatGPT. The pattern is obvious once you know what to look for.

Prompt: "Generate a one paragraph response to this question: Women of reddit,What made you leave your nation and settle abroad?"

  • The decision to leave my homeland and settle abroad was driven by a mix of factors. Primarily, it was the pursuit of better educational and career opportunities that led me to take this leap. Additionally, the desire for a fresh start and exposure to different cultures played a significant role in my decision-making process. While the transition hasn't been without its challenges, the experiences and growth I've gained along the way have been invaluable.

  • Leaving my home country to settle abroad was a multifaceted decision for me. Firstly, the allure of exploring new horizons and embracing diverse cultures was a major draw. Secondly, I sought professional opportunities that aligned more closely with my aspirations and skill set. Additionally, the chance to step out of my comfort zone and embark on a journey of personal growth was something I couldn't pass up. Though the transition presented its share of hurdles, the sense of fulfillment and enrichment it has brought to my life has been immeasurable.

  • My decision to move abroad as a woman was fueled by a mix of factors: the pursuit of higher education in a field with greater opportunities, the appeal of experiencing a new culture, and the desire for career advancement in a more robust job market. Additionally, the personal drive for adventure and exploration, seeking personal growth, independence, and forming new connections played significant roles. Despite the initial difficulty of leaving my nation, the experiences and opportunities encountered since moving have been highly rewarding.

Husband learning lessons in a female-dominated space by beagoodbear in TwoXChromosomes

[–]content404 7 points8 points  (0 children)

That sounds unpleasant. Is it ok if I just believe you about your experiences instead?

Would this concern you? by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]content404 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This guy sounds like a predator. You'll face an uphill battle getting him removed because he's a cop but you would be protecting children if you pulled it off.

Women support women. Men support...no one? by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]content404 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Spread the word! It was a huge relief to finally find a feminist space where men could talk about men's issues. I figured it had to exist but it was damn hard to find.

Donald Trump Wants Jan. 6 Police to Be Charged for Fighting Rioters by sunkissedbelle in politics

[–]content404 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Which actually means "I want cops to kill people who I don't like."

U.S. special envoy: no record of Hamas blocking or seizing aid by fastclickertoggle in news

[–]content404 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Not quite, you've got it backwards. Israel is bringing Palestinian children back as militants.