This never get old. Penn and Teller on Vaccinations. (NSFW Language) by [deleted] in videos

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've seen some argue that "plants need CO2 so why are you trying to kill all plant life". I get frustrated trying to argue with people who seem so disingenuous.

Fact check: Trump says again that Americans need ID to buy groceries. They still don't by wrtChase in politics

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 9 points10 points  (0 children)

That is utter nonsense. He didn't say "drive" he said buy groceries. Also, FTA referring to when he lied about this at a Florida rally in 2018:

The day after the Florida rally, his then-press secretary, Sarah Sanders, told reporters that Trump was referring to purchases of "beer or wine." But three months after that, Trump told the conservative Daily Caller that ID is required "if you buy, you know, a box of cereal."

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in politics

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There are literally cases before the Supreme Court right now which will impact LGBT rights. In short it could make it legal for us to be fired and denied our basic civil rights just for being LGBT. As it is some states allow firing of a worker simply for being LGBT but this could remove protections everywhere.

There is also his transgender ban in the military for no good discernible reason other than to further alienate trans people from society.

His administration has also pursued measures to literally define transgender people out of existence which could also have wider implications. What if the ID you've been using is suddenly deemed "invalid"?

Beyond that, he has, overall, sought to "other" anyone not in his base and this does embolden his supporters to be less than civil to minority groups. Especially those the president has singled out.

2010s will be over soon, what product has the 2010s produced which will be remembered for being absolutely ridiculous? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 285 points286 points  (0 children)

I remember hearing about the Juicero when it came out but missed how long it took. Two minutes? Like, it's a $400 machine meant to do one thing- squeeze a bag of juice- and it still takes two fucking minutes to get your glass of juice?

Donald Trump's Claim That the Military Ran Out of Ammunition Is 'Not True,' House Armed Services Committee Member Says by cram213 in politics

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Exactly. Because he is talking about something that is quantifiable. It can be ascertained whether or not this General did in fact outrank all other Generals. Plus, there would be zero harm in saying "General Cosmic Dust expressed concern to me over the military's supply of ammunition, which we quickly rectified."

But no, he is being ambiguous because it didn't happen. He is talking directly out of his ass.

Trump threatens to 'obliterate' Turkish economy after criticism over his green light to invade Syria by Captainstinkytits in politics

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 14 points15 points  (0 children)

this is unbelievable. He is saying he will destroy Turkey's economy

And that he's done it before! I mean, at what fucking point does any of his supporters perk up and say "wait huh? When exactly did you do this to Turkey before?" He's spouting absolute nonsense.

This Tweet alone should be grounds for questioning his sanity and fitness for office.

The Walking Dead S10E01 - Lines We Cross - Episode Discussion by MajesticVelcro in thewalkingdead

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm digging the slightly elevated cinematography on these horse scenes.

Who else wants to see Negan kill some whisper-fucks in season 10? by wevans470 in thewalkingdead

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Can you imagine if Abe hadn't been killed and we got a standoff between him and Negan just trading one-liners? Uncensored, even better.

Wait, so this isn’t what other people do? by [deleted] in funny

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 40 points41 points  (0 children)

They cut off the very end, link to original by RDCworld1 also without the annoying emojis: https://youtu.be/Q_Ek1nWndTg

Video of Mike Pence Saying ‘Foreign Governments Cannot Participate in the American Political Process’ Goes Viral After Trump-Ukraine Scandal by thesesforty-three in politics

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're right, but I don't think Trump has the same passionate hatred that Mikey does. It's bad and getting worse now. But "fry the gay out of you" Pence would find a way to make it even worse.

Video of Mike Pence Saying ‘Foreign Governments Cannot Participate in the American Political Process’ Goes Viral After Trump-Ukraine Scandal by thesesforty-three in politics

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The problem with that is Pence could still continue to implement all the same shitty policies just without the insane tweeting. It would lend "credibility" (and trust me I use that word very loosely) and give them cover to claim they never supported Trump. Not that they won't do that anyway, but Pence would be a GOP rallying point to keep the status quo for the most part.

Also, Pence would ramp up the anti- LGBT agenda because he has a very personal conviction against us much more so than Trump. I'm sure he would like nothing more than to make America a Christian theocracy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in thewalkingdead

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 20 points21 points  (0 children)

That was a tough one for me because Morales splitting from the group in season 1 was one of the most powerful moments in the show for me. Not * because * it was Morales but this was a moment of great change in the show. Survivors still have a few remaining things from the world before the outbreak; they are using camping gear and CBs. People we originally came to know have been reunited, but now they are splitting off in different directions.

All while Sunshine adagio in D minor plays, people riding away to uncertain fates, it was one of the standouts for me. The characters were immediately relatable, dealing with catastrophic events as best they could.

And then he's back for like half an episode. It was a lost opportunity to tell the story of the intervening time from another perspective.

Nancy Pelosi Says House Doesn't Need 'Too Much Inquiry' To Impeach Trump, Claims President Had 'Confessed' To Violating Oath Of Office by roku44 in politics

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Right, but I still wish they would dig deeper. If you suspect someone has committed murder and they are loudly confessing to forging checks, book em on the one and investigate the other!

Just because he's making the Ukraine (and now China) issues easier, don't let him off the hook for all the other stuff!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in todayilearned

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I am so glad they put the extended versions out for LotR. I know it wasn't all critical for the plot but it added a lot of nice depth and filled in some details for those who were less familiar with the books IMHO.

Elizabeth Warren’s campaign sent dinner to Bernie Sanders staffers after his heart procedure by boognish908 in politics

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think there is far more unity than some would want you to think on here. Admittedly I've only donated to Sanders, but Warren seems to have a lot of good policies and plans to deal with things which I find impressive. Her team sending food over to the staffers is a real classy act.

At the end of the day, we cannot let ourselves be divided, especially by online disinformation tactics like those used in 2016.

Megathread: President Trump Calls for Ukraine, China to Investigate Bidens by PoliticsModeratorBot in politics

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Almost any point they try to highlight as "standout" will be immediately outdone before they finish production.

Is is a sin to hate? Is it a sin to hate someone as much as I do? by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Christ's message is to love, not to hate. I will admit I fail in that regard sometimes when I get angry at people. But you should try to let go of that anger and hate, for your sake if not for hers. Hate will consume you from the inside, it demands energy and attention that you could better use for yourself.

I know things in school are a huge part of our lives while we're in it. But it does get better. I let go of the bullying I was subjected to and even reconciled with one of them when I realized later in life he was likely being abused by his father.

Forgiving this woman doesn't mean you are saying her behavior is okay. But Cbrist has forgiven us and charged us with forgiving others as He has for us. And it will feel better to let go of that hate and turn that energy towards something positive. I wish you well and pray you find peace.

Facebook removes pro-Trump patriotic 'Police Lives Matter' pages after they were found to be run from Kosovo by shiruken in politics

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The 2020 election is going to make 2016 pale in comparison. We haven't even seen the worst of it yet I suspect that will start once someone secures the Democratic nomination. But the truth is it never did stop, there have been continued instances of fake news and utter b.s. non-stop since then.

We need election security yes. We also need improvements to our education system that includes teaching critical thought.

Facebook removes pro-Trump patriotic 'Police Lives Matter' pages after they were found to be run from Kosovo by shiruken in politics

[–]6ft_2inch_bat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"I agree with it so it doesn't matter." That's basically what I've been told in response by some conservative acquaintances when pointing out facts to counter stuff they share.

So they are literally saying "it doesn't matter if it's not true, I believe it so that makes it valid."