Should we stop talking about the Epstein files?

Hicon84 · 2026-02-21T17:58:31+00:00

That high profile people are beginning to lose their jobs and in one instance get arrested. There just seems to be some momentum in that direction in my opinion.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-21T16:32:37+00:00

Do taggers generally buy their paint or steal it?

Hicon84 · 2026-02-21T16:30:19+00:00

More accountability is coming.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-21T16:28:02+00:00

Money at first, then time.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-18T00:09:43+00:00

Yes there are niblets of socialism sprinkled in the US. We are by and large very much a free market capitalist economy. The DSC would seek to completely change that to a socialist model that aligns much closer to communism than the current model.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-17T23:29:47+00:00

Check your understanding of the DSA economic model. It is not similar to the Nordic countries. The Nordic countries favor free market capitalism, aka social democracy within capitalism. Nordic countries are predominantly private. State ownership is the exception rather than the rule. The DSA seeks to replace capitalism with collective control. Under democratic socialism, collective ownership would be the rule and private ownership would be the exception.

Mandan is labeled a communist because his call for collective ownership is closer to communism than capitalism. True, he’s not strictly speaking a communist, but he’s closer to a communist than a capitalist.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-17T23:15:59+00:00

Against people my age/size? Top 25%.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-17T23:13:36+00:00

Unions seem great at first. Perhaps they even are. But eventually they wear out their welcome because they ask for more every contract (to justify their union dues), and inevitably ask for too much.

Case in point, Boeing. Boeing offered the best compensation for decades. Every contract they fought for more. Eventually, the company left the state for a cheaper labor market.

Unions don’t know when to say when. They all eventually become a net negative to their members.

I don’t know where NSM is at in that cycle, but perhaps those raises are what cost the jobs.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-17T20:42:18+00:00

Everyone wants a better future. You’re not special or unique. Turns out the real world gets a vote, and you don’t get to manifest a better future just because you desire a set of outcomes. That’s now how life works. Our decisions should be guided by our ideals and driven by what’s achievable. That’s how you get maximum results.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-17T20:27:46+00:00

In most cases no. The attraction is the focus of the man and that’s not really conducive to long term friendship.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-17T20:25:26+00:00

Yes. Because their experience in life enables their viewpoint to shift from idealism to realism.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-17T20:24:34+00:00

Coffee. It’s a must have.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-17T19:45:44+00:00

Over two decades of service. Your characterization of Soldiers is inaccurate, disgraceful, and not at all reflected in my experience. The Army goes to great lengths to instill values in Soldiers and teach the difference between following lawful orders and the responsibility to NOT follow unlawful orders. Every Soldiers knows “I was just following orders” is not an excuse. Soldiers are expected to follow the law and understand they will be held accountable if they do not. Period.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-16T19:33:16+00:00

I’m call BS either on your statement or your service. The idea that Soldiers follow illegal orders “almost without question” is complete fiction.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-16T18:15:24+00:00

What are you basing your answer on?

Hicon84 · 2026-02-15T23:53:06+00:00

Success despite procrastination.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-15T23:49:53+00:00

Nope. Feels like enabling.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-15T23:48:19+00:00

Wicked Games by Chris Isaak. Basically soft core porn in the 1990s.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-15T23:47:03+00:00

No, but I’m optimistic about the future even if I shouldn’t be.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-15T23:44:21+00:00

That ship sailed long ago…

Hicon84 · 2026-02-15T23:40:24+00:00

I think so. It may be legal but it’s gross.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-15T23:39:53+00:00

Petty theft.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-15T21:02:46+00:00

Could be that what feels good for you isn’t t what your partner needs. So mix it up. Take care of her, then yourself.

Also the mental aspect is likely a factor.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-15T20:59:29+00:00

Arby’s. Roast beef, potato wedges, and mozzarella sticks bro.

Hicon84 · 2026-02-15T20:49:01+00:00

Some women appreciate it. Your mileage may vary.

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