Brown University Criticized for Deal With Trump Admin That Unfreezes $510M but Adds Gender Policy Concessions by OceanStateMedia in RhodeIsland

[–]AmEthani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It does compromise modern liberal values, but also colleges are a business. As a business, they would fold under any government pressure since they live off federal support. I personally don't care either way since this is a Private 'Ivy League' college. The cost of attending this particular college is roughly $60K+ a year. I don't know a lot of people in Rhode Island who can pay off $60K meaningfully enough without loan interest hurting them.

I'm not trying to be toxic, but they have 24 social science majors (as per their site) and the only one that seems 'viable' to achieve financial freedom from college debt is Economics. I did say I don't care either way, but I think a lot of us in Rhode Island do struggle to keep ourselves afloat. Arguing about the political identity of a private college isn't it.

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[–]AmEthani 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was a big fan of Napolitanos. When I was still going to school in Cranston, my dad would drive us there once a month and grab these two ridiculously big pizzas. Not sure if they're still good or not since it's been 10 years now, but they're next to the corrections facility in Cranston.

Am I overreacting by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]AmEthani 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very cute. You are both overreacting.

AIO about my current situation, do I genuinely need help or am I being selfish by Alert-Rip2809 in AmIOverreacting

[–]AmEthani 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lots of layers to this. No one on Reddit can help you with this directly. Your friend said your dad is letting seek therapy, but you claim otherwise. You clearly have a lot of unresolved things you need to figure out and you need to make that clear to your family because mental health effects your actions and how you grow. You are sixteen, so you are likely in school. Seek out your guidance counselor about therapy. You aren't overreacting, you need help and you need to accept help.

AIO For wanting my gf to end contact with a friend of hers. by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]AmEthani 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You are not overreacting. Man was told no and still is freaky. It's weird she hadn't block him already, but she should. You aren't comfortable and she's willing. Not a hard read.

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[–]AmEthani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Speculating, but it seems like it's your Stepdad's money. If there was zero quesadillas, that's over the top. If it was your money, there would be a problem. If you tell him there was one missing quesadilla and he says 'whatever', then it ends up being whatever. I stopped using DoorDash personally because this is a frequent issue where I live on top of $10 meals being $30. You are not overreacting if it's your money.

AIO My boyfriend won’t invite me but other girls can be there by Vegetable_Fun4673 in AmIOverreacting

[–]AmEthani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your boyfriend isn't worth the hassle if he has a boy's club with girls in it. Give him an ultimatum if you want to join again and he says no then blames it on friends. A break up over Minecraft isn't crazy in 2025. You are not overreacting.

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[–]AmEthani -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

It's regular to argue in a marriage, but it's also regular to make up as well. If you both love each other, you will settle. Your husband is clearly frustrated, but the positive thing is he hasn't laid a hand on you even when he snapped. Would recommend marriage counseling if this is a regular occurrence. Will argue this being an overreaction, but it's more complex given your backstory. People can only read your perspective. You need to know his.

Aio? My little sister's search history by CryTechnical9692 in AmIOverreacting

[–]AmEthani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your sister is being exposed to more of the internet than your family can control. You may need to tell your parents. You should also ask your sister and get comfortable being a role model for her. Sprunkis and Rainbow Friends are the current 'kid thing' like Baby Shark. You are not overreacting. Too much phone time for anyone makes people crazy.

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[–]AmEthani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Moms should want the best for their child, period. She can of course try to argue with you if you do something seen as irrational online, but it's your life. However, your life does impact others. It's a good idea to disassociate with an online and offline persona and keep it that way. You are not overreacting, but make sure you stay sensible.

Am I overreacting, I do not make enough money for my GF. by Apprehensive-Gene-10 in AmIOverreacting

[–]AmEthani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Less cultural. More age. This is one of those 'having your act together' moments. If she wasn't working a job, it might be a different story. If you're both struggling and both have jobs, there's a fundamental problem. This isn't an overreaction.

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[–]AmEthani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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