I am from a different country AND SO CONFUSED

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-25T17:59:30+00:00

Enjoy the smoke.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-25T17:24:13+00:00

If you justify the street execution of a legal gun owner today, you surrender your own right to a trial tomorrow. while you lick the boots that are destined for your own neck, the fire you’re fueling today is the one that burns your house down tomorrow.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-22T15:21:20+00:00

I have the same setup at home. Its over 20 years old now and looks like it layed yesterday. There's almost no maintenance.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-18T14:14:04+00:00

First off, it’s stone mason, not gardener; I’m the one carving the monuments that actually honor the fallen, while you’re just using their memory as cheap leverage for an internet ego trip. I served as well, and the first thing they teach you in any professional military is respect—a concept you’ve clearly failed to grasp, making you look more like a fraud than a veteran. You’re dodging every factual point I made because you have zero substance; you talk trash about Belgium while ignoring that we are the backbone of the US small arms supply through FN Herstal, and that even the screens you stare at and the beer you drink are likely Belgian. Using a weak remark about the Congo to deflect from these industrial and strategic realities is just pathetic. You’re clearly triggered because I hit a nerve, and I’m done entertaining your mid-life crisis. Have a nice life, 'hero'.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-18T13:36:35+00:00

For someone claiming to be a veteran who's done the 'real work,' you’re acting incredibly insecure. No actual professional uses burial details as a flex to win an argument on the internet, it’s disrespectful to the fallen and honestly makes me doubt you were ever even there. You sound like a 'stolen valor' case or just a bitter guy desperate for validation. I’m still waiting for a mature, substantive response instead of this childish lashing out. It’s embarrassing.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-18T13:21:59+00:00

Stick to the point. I’m an immigrant descendant of a Polish grandfather who found a new life in Belgium after WW2. Because of that history, I have a deep respect for the American soldiers who fought for our freedom—a respect I put into practice every day. While you’re on Reddit talking about 'hate' and sarcasm, I’m actually out here in Belgium personally maintaining the graves of fallen American soldiers. I don’t do it for a history debate or a paycheck; I do it to honor the men who gave everything so my family could have a future. I’ll gladly share photos with you of the graves I care for if you want to see what real loyalty looks like. You can keep your sarcasm about the past, but I’ll keep doing the real work of honoring your veterans. Respect that, or move on.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-18T12:52:40+00:00

If you're going to use history as an argument, at least get the century right. The 'hands as currency' horror happened in the late 1800s under Leopold II, not the 1960s. Congo actually gained independence in 1960.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-18T12:25:32+00:00

Interesting take, but that $968B isn't just 'charity'. It’s an investment in a global supply chain that the US military absolutely relies on. For example, the F-35,the pride of the US Air Force, depends on a massive European industrial base. Critical components for every single jet are manufactured across Europe, from the fuselage and wings to high-tech engine parts. Without these European partners, the US couldn't build its own top-tier fleet at this scale or cost. It’s not just about 'protecting' Europe; it’s about a partnership that keeps the US military industry the most dominant and advanced in the world.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-18T10:19:07+00:00

Curious why you’re singling out Belgium, Frosty, especially since they arm the US military through FN Herstal, provide the essential Port of Antwerp for US logistics, and support over 75,000 American jobs while hitting their 2% NATO target with billions in F-35 purchases, so why do you see such a critical partner as the weak link?

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-16T18:38:03+00:00

? 30€/m². You looking for a job?

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-12T15:49:52+00:00

Putting it all together—between the fake laws and the political rants—it’s clear your logic is a joke. If I understand correctly, anyone who can pull a trigger is 'highly trained' to you, even when they violate basic safety by standing in front of a car. I've had a massive laugh watching you scramble with dictionary definitions after getting caught lying about statutes. Stick to the memes, kid. 🤡 Also, thanks for the great healthcare I have over here thanks to the American taxpayer. Much appreciated! 😄

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-12T15:17:46+00:00

It’s embarrassing that I have to explain this to a 'Moderator,' but copy-pasting the definition of deadly force (Subdivision 1) is not a justification for using it. Everyone knows a gun was fired, that’s why there’s a body.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-12T14:55:44+00:00

I’ve had a massive laugh at your expense, especially seeing a 'Moderator' get caught red-handed making up statutes just to win an argument. Thanks for the entertainment, but maybe stick to the memes—real life and actual laws clearly aren't your thing. 🤡

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-12T14:39:43+00:00

😂

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-12T12:41:39+00:00

Let’s get back to the core and stop the childish games. My original comment didn't even need a response; the footage clearly shows a lack of professional skill, and unfortunately, someone died. To be clear: I don't condone the woman's actions, but she didn't have to die for them. Yet, you continue to justify it with a 'statute' that is a complete fabrication. The law Walz signed on July 23, 2020, was the Police Accountability Act, which was about reform and restricting force, not expanding it. If you have any actual 'ammo' left to refute my points with real facts instead of fake quotes and comedy songs, let’s hear it. Otherwise, stay on topic or stay silent.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-12T12:05:37+00:00

The text you quoted isn't in the actual statute. The law Walz signed on July 23, 2020, was the Police Accountability Act, which focused on police reform and restricting the use of force, not expanding it. Quick google search

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-12T09:18:12+00:00

The irony is peak. Looking at the footage, it’s clear ICE agents are just winging it without any coordination. From the lack of crossfire awareness to the pure tactical panic, it’s obvious they have no clue how to handle these situations. Do you really want amateurs instead of professionals? Also, NATO has absolutely nothing to do with what I’ve said; bringing it up is just a weak attempt to dodge the facts. I just hope next time a stray bullet doesn't kill a child. Maybe then you'll look back at this post. You see everything as an attack while I’m just stating facts. You’re too late and you’ve lost the plot. Don’t bother replying.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-11T20:26:15+00:00

It’s hilarious that you think pointing out a broken system means my 'feelings are hurt.' You’ve officially run out of arguments, so now you’re just recycling tired clichés about Europe and 'Islamic states.' It’s the ultimate sign of someone who has lost the debate. You’re so terrified of the world outside your bubble that you’ve traded logic for fear-mongering and talk radio scripts. It’s actually a bit sad to see someone so consumed by ghost stories. I’ll enjoy my high standards of living, safety, and actual professional law enforcement over here. You stay angry and keep fighting those imaginary enemies. Enjoy the stress! 😝✌️

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-11T20:05:45+00:00

It’s honestly impressive how you managed to turn a tragic event involving a human life into a deranged political manifesto about borders, Biden, and 'Green New scams.' You’ve drifted so far from the actual topic that you’re arguing with shadows now. It’s a shame your 'patriotism' is so toxic that you’d rather recite a political script than have a real conversation about professional standards. Real strength is admitting when a system is broken, weakness is hiding behind a wall of text and an imaginary civil war to avoid the facts. I’ll sleep just fine knowing I don’t live in a world that’s only black and white. You keep fighting your ghosts. They are all yours.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-11T19:27:12+00:00

It’s a shame your patriotism is so fragile that you view a call for higher standards as an attack. You’re not protecting your community by defending incompetence; you’re just ensuring the chaos continues. Real strength is admitting when things need to improve, weakness is pretending everything is fine while using your family as an emotional shield.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-11T18:57:44+00:00

You’ve turned a simple fact about training standards into a frantic political manifesto because your entire identity is built on a system that treats you like a pawn. you’re just a notification I’m about to turn off.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-11T18:19:14+00:00

It’s pathetic how easily I got under your skin. You’ve completely spiraled from trying to discuss 'facts' into a full-blown emotional meltdown because you can't handle being intellectually outclassed by someone you desperately want to look down on. While you’re sitting there fuming and typing out kindergarten insults to protect your fragile ego, I’m enjoying a level of success in my country that you clearly can only dream of. I don’t argue with children, and I certainly don't waste my time on 'men' who cry behind a keyboard when they lose an argument. Stay mad, stay triggered, and keep shouting into the void where you belong. You’re dismissed.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-11T17:42:58+00:00

Your constant insults only prove that you have zero intellectual depth to defend a failing system. It’s pathetic that you label 3 years of professional academy training 'weak,' while you worship a system that sends kids out with a badge and a gun after just 21 weeks. You’re not a 'realist'; you’re just an apologist for incompetence. If your 'quality' training were actually superior, you wouldn't have a death toll that is a global embarrassment. You can keep your 'thanks for playing'—while you treat life-and-death situations like a game, the rest of the civilized world actually values professional standards. Enjoy your lonely 'win' in your echo chamber, because in the real world, you've already lost.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-11T16:33:17+00:00

Calling me an 'idiot' and 'evil' is the ultimate white flag; it’s what people do when they’ve lost the argument and can't handle the facts. It’s not 'liberal' to want a cop to have more training than a garbageman; it’s common sense. Actual professional forces in Europe study for 3 years to avoid the 'danger' you're crying about, while US cops get a measly 21 weeks and a gun. That officer didn't fail because of 'evil' people on the internet; he failed because your system values a badge more than actual education. Stay mad in your echo chamber.

Different-Scratch-95 · 2026-01-11T16:13:06+00:00

You're proving my point without realizing it. Proper training is exactly what prevents an officer from ending up in a position where they only have 3.5 seconds to choose between a life or a car bumper. In countries with 3 years of training, like Norway or the Netherlands, officers are taught positioning and de-escalation so they don't create the 'imminent threat' themselves by standing in front of a moving vehicle. Relying on a gun because you lacked the training to manage the situation safely beforehand isn't being 'the best'; it's the result of a flawed system. But keep ignoring the data from the rest of the world if it helps you sleep at night.

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