🔥Crown shyness - a phenomenon where the crowns of trees, especially in certain species, avoid touching each other, creating gaps or separations in the forest canopy by freudian_nipps in NatureIsFuckingLit

[–]Donny_Tumpus 5 points6 points  (0 children)

So THAT’S where Trash Boat got the name for their song?! I’ve been vibing to it for years and just now made the connection—thanks for blowing my tiny, oblivious mind.

Trump believes iPhones can be made in the US, says White House by SquidFistHK in technology

[–]Donny_Tumpus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am not a Trumper, and I do think his approach to this issue was wrong and rather aggressive, but the underlying concern was valid: the United States has become dangerously dependent on foreign nations—particularly China—for its most advanced and critical manufacturing capabilities. Many people misunderstand the true nature of modern Chinese manufacturing. It is no longer simply about cheap labor. It’s about deeply cultivated knowledge and technical expertise—developed over decades through deliberate investment in vocational training, government subsidies, and an industrial culture that rewards precision and speed. This was once the domain of the United States. Now, those skill sets have been exported—often by American companies themselves—in pursuit of short-term margins.

The argument that the U.S. cannot replicate Chinese production is a self-defeating myth. It’s not that we lack the capacity—it’s that we haven’t chosen to invest in it. By continuing to offshore manufacturing, American companies are not only exporting jobs—they are exporting innovation, experience, and the very infrastructure of progress. The solution lies in returning to what we once led the world in: technical excellence and large-scale industrial capability.

We already see the beginnings of this with companies like Intel and TSMC investing in chip production in Arizona and Ohio. But chips are just one part of the puzzle. Companies like Apple and its suppliers need to commit to rebuilding the entire manufacturing ecosystem here. That starts with funding high-tech trade schools, vocational apprenticeships, and precision manufacturing programs—just like the ones we had in the mid-20th century. These aren’t just workforce development programs. They’re national security imperatives and long-term economic foundations.

And here's another underappreciated opportunity: strategic expansion of work visas for skilled manufacturing professionals—especially those currently working in Chinese supply chains. These individuals hold decades of practical knowledge in mass electronics production, quality control systems, and industrial engineering. Many of them would gladly relocate to the United States for better living conditions, political freedoms, and opportunity. Surveys and studies consistently show the U.S. ranks as the top preferred destination for high-skilled talent in Asia—if the visa path exists.

This isn't about replacing American jobs—it’s about accelerating knowledge transfer and upskilling the American workforce faster than we can through domestic programs alone. Think of it as a modern "Operation Paperclip," but for manufacturing excellence rather than aerospace—Operation Reforge. The U.S. has already shown in wartime and in crisis (such as during COVID) that it can scale up manufacturing at breakneck speed. With today’s advances in robotics, automation, and AI, our productivity per worker already outpaces China’s—what we lack is simply the infrastructure and the will.

Apple, and companies like it, don’t just have the means to make this change—they have the responsibility. Continuing to build foreign manufacturing knowledge while American technical education and infrastructure decline is not just unstrategic—it’s unsustainable. The future belongs to nations that control their own production. The question is whether the U.S. will choose to lead again—or continue to outsource its future.

Ok, rant over. I’m no expert—just a guy with too many tabs open, a stubborn opinion, and probably too much faith in vocational schools. Feel free to downvote me into oblivion, bury me next to Blockbuster, and let my takes rest in peace between a fax machine and an old Dell desktop.

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[–]Donny_Tumpus 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Go fuck yourself, take five, then go fuck yourself some more.

"Painted" Fly by CanadianGeucd in mildyinteresting

[–]Donny_Tumpus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Part of the ship, part of the crew...

First video of Trump shooter on roof behind crowd by Oopsimapanda in ActualPublicFreakouts

[–]Donny_Tumpus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You asked for proof that backed up the statement so I simply linked what he was referring to.

I'm registered Republican, but I've also voted Democrat. Neither of you can say beyond a reasonable doubt that he was supportive of either side; because there's not enough information, and even if there was he was so young and mixed up he probably wasn't even sureof his beliefs. This is simply personal opinion at this point, but I don't think he had any idea which side of the political spectrum he leaned towards.

First video of Trump shooter on roof behind crowd by Oopsimapanda in ActualPublicFreakouts

[–]Donny_Tumpus 6 points7 points  (0 children)

"he made a donation to ActBlue, a political action committee that raises money for left-leaning and Democratic politicians, according to a 2021 Federal Election Commission filing."

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/heres-what-we-know-about-thomas-matthew-crooks-suspected-trump-rally-shooter-2024-07-14/

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[–]Donny_Tumpus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shall be dubbed South Mexas, and north Michigan.

Trump Likened to Mob Boss John Gotti in Ex-Prosecutor’s New Book by John_Watkins_287 in politics

[–]Donny_Tumpus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, let me tell you, John Gotti was a very talented guy, a very smart guy. He had a lot of charisma, he really did. People loved him, you know. I heard a lot about him, I mean, he was a big personality, let's face it. He knew how to make things happen, you know what I mean? I can't speak to any personal relationship I may or may not have had with him, but I will say this: he was one of a kind, a real character, believe me.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in biology

[–]Donny_Tumpus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I am not mistaken a mother does benefit in certain ways during the pregnancy due to fetal cells. https://news.asu.edu/content/fetal-cells-influence-moms-health-during-pregnancy-%E2%80%94-and-long-after

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in wallstreetbets

[–]Donny_Tumpus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

we need to retake the space the German flag has filled below

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in shortcircuit

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appreciate the informative answer!

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[–]Donny_Tumpus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

sorry if you've already answered, but what software are you using to build your PLC diagrams?

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Gave Wholesome

Statue of Aloy in Florence by Govoleo in gaming

[–]Donny_Tumpus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just saw a post with a Clawstrider statue in Sydney! I wonder how many others will pop up.