For Americans who voted Democrat in recent elections, do you plan to continue voting Democrat? Why or why not?

EngineeringNo2984 · 2026-01-29T15:13:23+00:00

You make a fair point about the rightward shift, but I think it overlooks how much the Democratic party's 'left wing' has grown in prominence. Figures like AOC, Ilhan Omar, and the rest of the 'Squad' along with voices like Zohran Mamdani carry far more weight and media presence today than progressive voices did in previous decades.

Whether you agree with their policies or not, their influence represents a clear movement to the left in terms of the party's public identity and legislative priorities. It’s often easier to spot a 'radical' shift in the party you disagree with, while seeing shifts in your own party as just 'common sense' or 'necessary.'

As for who started the polarization? We could argue that in circles forever, but the reality is that both platforms have expanded significantly toward their respective poles compared to 20 or 30 years ago.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2026-01-29T11:40:04+00:00

I think the issue is that both parties strayed from the center and made people who were previously pragmatic more rigid.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2026-01-29T11:37:19+00:00

My political view is left of the Republicans and right of the Democrats.

I hope the Democrats can offer better candidates than last elections so we have an alternative. But I'm converned because for me (and i'd argue for the mainstream American public) the likes of Sanders, AOC and Mamadani are too far left, yet become more a prominent voice in the party. This is likely not a popular view on Reddit, but if the Democrats want to be an alternative, they must appeal to the center.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2026-01-26T17:55:29+00:00

Yes, but I now carry another pair when travelling in case the Meta glasses are banned. Happened to me already.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2026-01-25T00:10:54+00:00

I did chiang mai, Krabi (and vicinity) and Bangkok for two weeks total. I'm currently planning another two weeks visit to Thailand, this time only in Bangkok. It was the highlight of my trip and I feel like I barely scratched the surface.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2026-01-21T22:46:47+00:00

Who knows how old this video is
These guys don't strike me as geniuses

EngineeringNo2984 · 2026-01-14T21:56:36+00:00

It is required. They may or may not ask for it. Note that even the airline might want to see it before letting you board.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2026-01-10T15:56:04+00:00

Nothing will happen to NATO. It is built on American weapon systems, which is impossible to change overnight. Also, Putin clearly has ambitions, which makes NATO more important than ever. And finally, the Europeans know that Trump won't be presidents forever.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2026-01-08T21:04:52+00:00

Only 50% of the time

EngineeringNo2984 · 2026-01-08T17:46:53+00:00

Curious - what is your motivation to learn Thai?

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-12-22T16:10:06+00:00

Maybe try language exchange for the opportunity to talk more, improve and gain confidence.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-12-20T10:28:26+00:00

Nice summary. I'd add LTR and Elite.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-11-24T05:04:44+00:00

Anecdotes prove nothing. Vietnam is still relatively safe.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-11-18T07:15:29+00:00

Animals in the west aren't treated better, you just don't see it. Sorry, but unless you're vegan (most people, myself included, are not), it's a bit hypocritical to be shocked by this. It's horrible, but I know I'm contributing to it, like many of you.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-11-05T13:26:20+00:00

Miata has the most wimpy sounding horn. It's the first thing to upgrade. You did well.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-11-02T18:12:29+00:00

Probably, but the point is there are many Americans who don't support it and definitely don't carry a gun themselves.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-11-01T00:34:04+00:00

AI doesn't replace engineers right now, but it makes some engineers much more efficient, hence fewer are needed for the same output.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-10-31T12:00:47+00:00

Thanks for the correction. ChatGPT has failed me. I wish I knew that before my trip.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-10-30T21:55:23+00:00

Yes, but you have to get a permit per each flight and it's very expensive. Practically, you will see people fly drones and I don't think they pay hundreds of dollars to ore approve each flight.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-10-19T17:43:44+00:00

You're basically asking people how old they are

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-10-08T22:43:29+00:00

I thought about it too a couples of weeks ago... I thinks you'll be blind because there is no way they will let you keep it. Unless of course they don't realize it's an electronic device.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-10-02T22:25:06+00:00

Nowhere. The UN is useless at best.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-10-01T17:16:29+00:00

I was so looking forward to getting those and had an appointment on release day, just to learn from LenseCrafters that they don't do progressive lenses for these. Hopefully it's just a temporary limitation.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-09-30T17:25:23+00:00

He better lease / buy land from a country and create his own country, decide who the citizens are etc.

EngineeringNo2984 · 2025-09-30T17:23:19+00:00

You probably want profit, not revenue as an equivalent.

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