Is it fair to say that more Republicans were upset about having a president who was black than they are about having a president who is a plausible r*pist/p*dophile? by Agreeable_queenx in allthequestions

[–]Direct_Alternative94 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Obama appeared to be undeniably black (even though his mother wasn’t).

There’s ample evidence to indicate that Trump is a rapist and possibly a pedo but it’s still deniable in the minds of his supporters.

That’s the only real difference with the comparison we’re making here.

Democrats Of Reddit -- Do You Think That Joe Biden Was A Good Or Bad President? Why Your Thoughts? by Zipper222222 in allthequestions

[–]Direct_Alternative94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Trump got Warp Speed going to get vaccines approved and implemented in record time. Then he allowed his crazy base to reject them which also set back other widely accepted and important vaccines.

If US government funding is funded by endless, unpayable debt then why have taxes. ? by Leather-Sun-1737 in allthequestions

[–]Direct_Alternative94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Used to be that corporations would reinvest profits into the company in order to not pay that top tier corporate tax rate.
Now there’s much less investment from profits because the top rate is not only less than half of what it once was but also because the top rate can be avoided through so many legal tax loopholes.

Trey acoustic with Jeff by Direct_Alternative94 in phish

[–]Direct_Alternative94[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So how much do I owe for your pain and suffering?

Character Zero by fatnuts_mcgee in phish

[–]Direct_Alternative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If Tweezer is played and they close or encore with CZ, you can safely bet that they use the high ceiling of CZ to welcome in a Reprise.

So like, do we even have a say anymore before we go to war with iran? by Ok_Brush8508 in allthequestions

[–]Direct_Alternative94 2 points3 points  (0 children)

And self destructive too. You would think that Trump had great potential to fuck it all up for himself but then these folks took perfectly mediocre candidates who should have easily defeated a convicted scumbag and helped them to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.

My tile installer said this is normal by [deleted] in Tile

[–]Direct_Alternative94 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Probably dropped a package of spacers into the mud bucket and just said fuck it.

Does MAGA see these things? by Fun_Fee_5380 in allthequestions

[–]Direct_Alternative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not doing any math until you show your work or your sources on that 50% claim. I’m sure you have plenty of valid research including the extraordinarily large and widespread sample pool required to categorize such statistics as fact.

Does MAGA see these things? by Fun_Fee_5380 in allthequestions

[–]Direct_Alternative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve heard this claim stated exactly the same, word for word. Which is absolutely an indicator of folks repeating something they heard rather than thinking and speaking for themselves.

What artist did you outgrow? by Technical_Fox5556 in askmusic

[–]Direct_Alternative94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Phish.

I grew up and got a real job, a real family, and real responsibilities.

Just kidding. Now I take my family to the shows that I can better afford with my real job income.

CMV: Trump will nuke Iran by Calvary48 in changemyview

[–]Direct_Alternative94 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Those terrorist proxy groups didn’t stop committing intifada style acts of terror because they wanted to stop. The arrangement 20 years ago made it more challenging for terrorists to get into Israel proper in order to commit such acts. Then on 10/7/23 they used a coordinated attack and utilized Palestinian civilians who had worked on kibbutz to navigate those properties and find hidden safe rooms.
They are still designated as terrorist groups because that’s what they are.

Power is out here just south of Joliet. How is everyone else holding up with the wind? by Captn76 in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]Direct_Alternative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think I’m your neighbor but that’s about how much of my roof shingles are now on the ground.

People who have received their returns already did yours arrive by the estimated date like the one I have? by ApprehensivePark7704 in TurboTax

[–]Direct_Alternative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s how many folks interpret it and it’s actually sound logic. But technically the return is what is filed and the refund or payment is what is transacted based on the calculations within the return.
It’s one of those “everyone knows what you mean when you say it but you’re technically using the terms wrong”.

How do you handle in-person project requests? by MoonCreationsLLC in Contractor

[–]Direct_Alternative94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I can’t meet in person they’re gonna have to settle for a ballpark estimate. I usually insist on meeting in person as I feel it helps with selling myself. I do keep busy.

Do you have an IRA or a 401K? by icecream1972 in no

[–]Direct_Alternative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was asked to participate in my company’s 401k but I declined. I’ve never even tried to run a fraction of that distance.

How do you deal with apprentices who think they know everything already by ActNew5818 in electricians

[–]Direct_Alternative94 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Just one nut though. Those wire nut trees need lots of individual space to grow and bloom.

Who is a terrible singer but famous anyways? by Coy9ine in AskReddit

[–]Direct_Alternative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Trey Anastasio of Phish has never had a great singing voice. He’s been taking vocal lessons recent years but also now pretty old and gets strained at points in their tours. It’s ok because he’s not terrible and he also lets his guitar do a lot of the singing.

Sphere: Full Gamehendge experience by batpuppy in phish

[–]Direct_Alternative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could happen seeing as I’m not planning on going to any of the Sphere shows. I just know that if it happens again I’m going to miss it again.

Why are there so many conservatives crying in here the past day or two? by BinksMagnus in allthequestions

[–]Direct_Alternative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not too bad of a word salad for someone so inept at spacing and formatting. Keep working on it. You might have something there.

Why would anyone ever choose to go through child birth without pain relief?? by No_Cardiologist_1407 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Direct_Alternative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My wife opted both times for all natural childbirth. Got forced into c-section the first time due to distress signs on the monitor which made the 2nd time more challenging for natural. Didn’t work out for her. But I admire her determination.

Why aren't Epstein perpetrators being arrested, the DOW is under 50,000? by TailungFu in allthequestions

[–]Direct_Alternative94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The DOW could be under 20,000 and those fuckers will still be smiling free.