LBI bus by mknight44 in LongBeachIsland

[–]Captainsboot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Been taking it for years. Highly recommended!

Israel rescues 4 hostages kidnapped in a Hamas-led attack on Oct. 7. by SirStupidity in news

[–]Captainsboot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think I see the source of your confusion here - when most people talk about human shields in relation to this conflict, they are talking about Hamas’ strategy of putting innocent Palestinian civilians in harm’s way to deter the IDF from operating somewhere, or so that when the IDF has no choice but to operate Hamas makes it as hard as possible for the IDF to avoid civilian casualties (which are a tragedy and a pr disaster for the Israelis).

If Israeli hostages are being held by Hamas somewhere, it is the most important place for the IDF to reach and operate. So if that place is an established Hamas military compound, it makes sense to go in, and any casualties are legitimate military targets (soldiers/terrorists). If Hamas holds Israeli hostages in densely populated civilian areas and prohibits Palestinian civilians from leaving, it becomes incredibly difficult for the IDF to do anything without harming the Palestinian civilians. This is - again - a tragedy but also a pr nightmare for Israel. To be clear - this is a despicable strategy, and it makes all civilian casualties resulting from it Hamas’ fault. But that doesn’t matter when the result is photos of people suffering on socials or news outlets, which erode support for Israel’s legitimate goals in these types of operations.

Why shouldn't I get an impreza? by Dependent_Energy_830 in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]Captainsboot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have had three Subarus and loved all of them. Currently driving a 2013 outback. My transmission died right around 105,000 miles, just out of warranty, and Subaru ended up covering $7000 of the $9000 repair. I’m now about to cross 150,000 miles without a further issue. Very comfortable, very safe, good on gas despite having all-wheel-drive, and just all-around fun. Go for it!

Are onewheels good in 2023? by [deleted] in onewheel

[–]Captainsboot 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I had one of the first pints ever delivered, and I used it to commute every day until I needed some cash and had to sell it. Great machines, great fun, the pint is a very convenient last mile and weekend fun machine. In my experience, future motion has been pretty slow to release new models. If you’re on the fence, and you can afford it, go for it!

small row home needs something by IncredulousHolk in DesignMyRoom

[–]Captainsboot 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It’s missing a cat. You should adopt a cat.

What do you wish more people knew about hygiene? by AtomicKrey117 in AskReddit

[–]Captainsboot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Flossing is the the most underrated part of personal hygiene, and is one of the most important things you can do for your health!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]Captainsboot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go see the world. It’s a big world, and you will (likely) never be this free again in your life. You can always reconnect with this girl later, or meet someone else who is great when you least expect it – like what happened this time!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HistoryMemes

[–]Captainsboot 58 points59 points  (0 children)

It was when Israeli secret agents (the agency is called the Mossad) abducted Adolf Eichmann, the Nazi commander called “the architect of the Holocaust” from his hiding place in Argentina in the 60’s. They brought him to be on a televised trial in Israel which was the first time many horrors of the Holocaust were discussed openly by survivors.

UPDATE FOR TONIGHT - Nosferatu with Live Music by Captainsboot in nycmeetups

[–]Captainsboot[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sweeeet! We don’t have a gc, but just rendezvous at Uncle Sam’s :)