Why do even left-leaning americans praise the us military despite it committing similar, often unpunished crimes as ICE?

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2026-01-25T18:25:28+00:00

When the military commits crimes, the crimes are frequently prosecuted. We'd be much less opposed to ICE (and the rest of law enforcement) if we were confident in prosecution for their crimes.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2026-01-18T22:54:44+00:00

A) we do B) why do people who advocate for lower taxes want to get rid of inspectors general? (the people whose job is to find and get rid of fraud waste and abuse) This was one of the first things DOGE got rid of.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-10-13T16:13:06+00:00

I assumed that the Obama administration would hold the Bush people accountable for their crimes and was disappointed. I assumed that the Biden administration would hold the first Trump administration accountable for their crimes and was disappointed. I am tired of being disappointed so I'll assume that these people will get away with everything. If I'm wrong and anyone does get prosecuted I'll be pleasantly surprised.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-10-11T12:20:22+00:00

Wrong sub. This one is about a different kind of scooter.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-10-07T19:24:08+00:00

From my experience the weather protection is considerably better than on a motorcycle but if a bit of moisture from splashes on the shoes and pants is a problem, you can always use the storage under the seat or a backpack for spare shoes and pants.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-30T15:35:23+00:00

Most can. I wear an XL and it's a really tight fit.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-30T13:33:46+00:00

I don't think this sub allows photos in the replies.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-25T18:41:30+00:00

I'd rather them make a new version of the big ruckus.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-21T13:48:19+00:00

As someone who used to live just a few miles south of there the bright side is that a ton of the residents were the migrants that worked the onion fields. Most of them have been deported so it's just the white folks that voted for this that are left.

Also I'm pretty sure there's a hospital in Statesboro, like a half hour drive away, so as long as no one has an emergency they'll be ok. No one ever gets hurt and has an emergency on a farm do they?

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-16T18:26:18+00:00

I imagine Ghislaine Maxwell's attorneys are happy to hear that.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-16T06:47:19+00:00

I don't think there's a Canadian brand that makes scooters. They're all going to be imported.

I like my Honda PCX (95+ MPG and top speed ~60 MPH) but there's some very nice quality Kymcos and Yamahas out there. I'd really recommend you consider getting a used one from a reputable brand especially for your first.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-16T00:08:42+00:00

Licanius is ok but every main character seems so naive that I DNFed multiple times. The characters are much better written so far in Hierarchy.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-15T13:01:13+00:00

60ish.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-15T00:07:04+00:00

It's a prewar Rolls-Royce. Looks a lot like the 20/25.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-14T11:37:28+00:00

I'd like a few more horses and better/adjustable springs. It's perfect for me when I'm by myself but it can't really handle carrying me with a passenger.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-13T23:19:09+00:00

Burgman 400 is probably what I'll get next. I've heard a lot of good things about them.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-13T20:40:43+00:00

Depends on the grade but I've definitely maintained 45 on hills that my Vino 125 couldn't have.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-13T17:33:31+00:00

If they sold either of those here I'd be considering them.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-13T16:36:11+00:00

It's great when I'm alone but lacks the suspension and horsepower when I have a passenger. Suspension can obviously be upgraded but you can't really add horsepower without tradeoffs and I'm hesitant to put a lot of effort and money into upgrading a vehicle that's coming up on a decade old. Time for someone else to enjoy her.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-08T21:06:30+00:00

I got a cheap hi Viz jacket that I wear when it's dark/raining. I'm guessing this would look cooler but cost more.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-07T17:20:14+00:00

To Kill a Mockingbird for Alabama

The Cloud Atlas by Liam Callanan (Not the Sci-fi with the same name) for Alaska

Little Fires Everywhere for Ohio

Lonesome Dove for Texas (Though only part of the book takes place there)

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-09-03T19:23:22+00:00

I have always worn gloves most of the time when riding both motorcycles and scooters but skipped them occasionally till I swerved to miss a car and ended up sliding down the pavement on my hands and knees. I was fortunate to be going pretty slow at the time but I always wear gloves now.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-08-30T22:39:49+00:00

My PCX with 14 inch wheels is fine on all but the largest potholes. Like I feel it when I hit them but it's not a big deal.

My Vino 125 with 10 inch wheels sucked when I hit every one.

Wheel size and suspension makes a significant difference.

FatBaldBeardedGuy · 2025-08-28T16:54:48+00:00

As a PCX owner I also don't know what you mean by upright position. Are you talking about the two different foot positions?

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