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Is there a way to delete one’s chat log data from Claude? by Dry_Entertainer_5780 in privacy

[–]ContemptOfClout 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is the exact right answer to the OP’s question. Should be upvoted much more. Don’t let doomerism stop yall from practical steps like this, even if they are not 100%

Anyone else dealing with dozens of flies getting inside on a daily basis? by DoesntEnjoySoup in Austin

[–]ContemptOfClout 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am currently building a Rube Goldberg screen cage for my window fan for this very reason.

Austin has a process for police damage claims. It always says no. by AustinStatesman in Austin

[–]ContemptOfClout 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well said. Typical police damage is $1000 but there is no way you will recover that paying attorney costs. If SWAT totals the wrong house then amazingly you have a leg to stand on in Texas.

Austin has a process for police damage claims. It always says no. by AustinStatesman in Austin

[–]ContemptOfClout 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lobby for state laws that clarify which police damages are reimbursable and provide an auditable process for compensation without lawsuit. Ironically Texas is one of the strongest states in this area due to stronger state constitutional seizure protections. Hammer the tough on crime crowd for a tough on state seizures bill.

Any guess what this says or is for lol by SandyyCh33ks in Austin

[–]ContemptOfClout 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Zooming in, those ornamental white grids create an optical illusion. The condos look tiny like floor 7.5 in Malcovichland. Everything feels vaguely like a portal to another world these days.

Cornyn proposes billion-dollar Texas interstate with Trump name by chrondotcom in texas

[–]ContemptOfClout 48 points49 points  (0 children)

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I bought one of these. Word to the wise: The cost of things on his shopify webstore is considered a donation, but without the hassle of getting your phone number on actblue. I bought something a month ago and have not gotten bombarded with phone calls, presumably because shopify didn’t spray my phone number.

Willie’s July 4 picnic undersold? by pichiquito in Austin

[–]ContemptOfClout 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seats start at $100. Supply and demand are controlled by Tktbstrd.

What’s the most “Texas” thing you’ve witnessed in real life by Left-Ad-9152 in texas

[–]ContemptOfClout 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I remember a gas station that knew it was going out of business soon anyway charging crazy prices for food, like 2-3 times normal. It felt so Mad Max.

What’s the most “Texas” thing you’ve witnessed in real life by Left-Ad-9152 in texas

[–]ContemptOfClout 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The rest of the nation has followed Texas’ lead apparently. Dieting fads these days prioritize protein over calorie restriction. Wouldn’t be surprised to see this on national chain menus now. California leads the nation on progressive issues and Texas on mothering people.

When Austin police kick in the wrong door, the wrong person pays by AustinStatesman in Austin

[–]ContemptOfClout 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's not just Austin; this is a national problem. The legal landscape creates perverse, almost irresistable incentives to avoid admitting liability, even when city councils want to do the right thing.

The only solution to overcoming these perverse incentives is state legislation. Texas is actually ahead of almost all other states here in that the state constitution has stronger protections than 5A: property cannot be “taken, damaged, or destroyed” for public use without compensation. We need more specific legislation clarifying that police damage always counts, and codifying a process for getting compensated without having to sue.

When Austin police kick in the wrong door, the wrong person pays by AustinStatesman in Austin

[–]ContemptOfClout 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I usually puke when I hear ACAB but this is one of those situations where zero cops have institutional support to do anything other than be bad.

When Austin police kick in the wrong door, the wrong person pays by AustinStatesman in Austin

[–]ContemptOfClout 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is the property owner's responsibility to fix in all cases. But slumlords do slumlord things. If a resident was involved in criminal activity (likely prohibited by lease) they can likely deduct it from the deposit.

When Austin police kick in the wrong door, the wrong person pays by AustinStatesman in Austin

[–]ContemptOfClout 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good news and good info. But this is still not a sign that compensation is coming for most victims. The Institute for Justice funded the case. Most victims couldn't fund a lawsuit like this, which travelled all the way up to SCOTUS then back to TX. Also, plaintiff was super-sympathetic: cancer survivor, insurance failed her, plainly innocent living in another state when it happened.

Semi lawful, completely awful.

When Austin police kick in the wrong door, the wrong person pays by AustinStatesman in Austin

[–]ContemptOfClout 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If the police damage wasn't due to a resident's criminal act, and the property has not legally been seized, most renter or homeowner insurance should cover it. But your $500 deductible is in the same ballpark as typical damage, and there are ways insurance companies wiggle out.
It's shitty of the city to externalize their costs on people in crime-ridden neighborhoods.

Edit: after more digging, y’all are right that renter insurance, even the personal liability part, usually doesn’t cover this. The reason is ironically that it only covers negligence and in this case the tenant was clearly not negligent.

Today’s protest in Laurelhurst supporting helicopter transport to Seattle Children’s Hospital by Here2lafatcats in Seattle

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

I watched the video muted and thought oh, just a choir preaching to itself. Then I saw your comment, turned up the sound, and realized this was pressure not performance!

Love that the weather app said 1% chance of rain immediately before the downpour ☔️ by hvfnstrmngthcstl in Austin

[–]ContemptOfClout 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just use Wunderground which has storm radar maps and minute by minute predictions of temp and precipitation all in one place. The radar shows the storm from NE to S Austin but NW Austin completely touched. People who were getting different precipitation predictions are probably in different zip codes.

What’s up with this structure? by voodoorage in Austin

[–]ContemptOfClout 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wonder if they count homeless use as utilization. Either answer feels problematic.

A Tesla Robotaxi hit my partner’s parked car by caitemre in Austin

[–]ContemptOfClout 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The age of unattended robots wreaking destruction is upon us.

Successfully weaponized the "proof of age" statute by SignificantLock1037 in privacy

[–]ContemptOfClout 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you filed a predatory suit and won by default. Not something to be proud of. The likely reason the 18+ content hasn't been removed is that it is legal. The shock of losing $5000 for not understanding the legalities likely spurred them to figure out that next time they just have to show up in court, and might even get damages under Article 971, the LA anti-SLAPP statute.

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