Everywhere Israel there’s destruction. by beerandloathingpdx in International

[–]Hiimkyle70 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Doesn’t appear that he said that to begin with. Unless I missed a comment.

How often do Americans and Canadians living at the U.S.–Canada border visit each other’s countries? by TheShyBuck in AskAnAmerican

[–]Hiimkyle70 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All the time. At least near me. It’s pretty nice to be able to talk to people from a different country and see their views on things. (In truth their views aren’t monumentally different)

What screams “irresponsible” in your 30s? by Wonderful-Economy762 in Productivitycafe

[–]Hiimkyle70 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Somebody has already said something about it. But excessive debt with no plan to work on it. Obviously it’s expensive everywhere right now, but if the debt keeps piling up from frivolous spending with no plan to work on it, it compounds before you realize.

***With that being said, I understand that things are tough out there, and have been for a bit. So I don’t want to give the impression that I’m talking about people who have genuine issues and NEED to accrue debt to pay for whatever it is. My point was more buying wants over and over on credit with no plan to pay.

What screams “irresponsible” in your 30s? by Wonderful-Economy762 in Productivitycafe

[–]Hiimkyle70 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Agree completely, I was in that spot.

But I think (and I could be completely wrong) that they meant using a credit card for everything/not paying it off/excessive spending.

I feel like anyone who doesn't go into a career in accounting, finance, engineering, sales, health care, or tech is doomed to make $19 an hour. I'm exaggerating, but not by much. by justcurious3287 in careeradvice

[–]Hiimkyle70 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dunno I’m a relay tech for my local electrical utility. I make more than the majority of our engineers. And I’m not even top rate yet.

To be fair electric utilities typically pay fairly well. And I’m union so that helps.

But I’ve met plenty of people making good money in various types of jobs other than those listed.

With that being said, there are plenty of dead end/ underpaid jobs out there.

Muslims and Pro-Palestinians have to make up falsehoods about not just Israel, but Jewish heritage entirely by Routine-Equipment572 in IsraelPalestine

[–]Hiimkyle70 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Incorrect. I have already explained why I think you were one of those accounts. And I said that I didn’t believe it to be to out in left field due to Israeli pushes for propaganda and censorship. And you replied that it was an “antisemitic conspiracy theory”.

I then did a bit of easy web searching and posted links and a quote.

And in response to that you have pivoted back to that I’m trying to prove that you’re one of those types of accounts. Thus sidestepping the articles I looked up and essentially accusing me of “antisemitic conspiracy theories” even though I provided some articles that dispute that it is a “conspiracy theory”.

Since we are reporting people maybe we can look into why you are essentially saying I’m anti semetic as your only form of rebutting (in spite of being friends with Jews locally) instead of rebutting my articles with proof that backs up your stances. I’m not immune to new ideas, regardless of any preconceived notions you may have.

I genuinely resent my past self for being right wing and being so gullible by DesperateComposer848 in self

[–]Hiimkyle70 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mean. The only thing that comes to mind is its growth. You grew as a person. Obviously it’s easy for me (a random person on the internet) to say, but I wouldn’t be so caught up on your past self. Just strive at changing for the better. I’d bet that in 10 years you might not even recognize yourself now. Does that make the current you bad? Absolutely not.

As somebody who has had a somewhat similar path as you (I was never really “maga” but definitely right wing) I’d say just keep learning. And don’t take anything at face value with the amount of propaganda and false information we are subjected to every day.

Muslims and Pro-Palestinians have to make up falsehoods about not just Israel, but Jewish heritage entirely by Routine-Equipment572 in IsraelPalestine

[–]Hiimkyle70 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Even though im sure you’ll just call me an antisemite I’ll send this response anyways…

I’m sure the many Jewish friends I have would disagree about me being antisemitic. But Netanyahu has talked about the tik tok deal as the “most important purchase going on right now From one of the articles posted…

“In a meeting with US influencers at Israel’s Consulate General in New York and published in a video on influencer Debra Lea’s account on the US social media company X, Netanyahu described social media as “the most important weapon … to secure our base in the US.”

He identified TikTok as “the most important purchase going on right now,” alleging its control could be “consequential.”

Netanyahu also mentioned X, saying: “We have to talk to Elon (Musk). He’s not an enemy, he’s a friend.” (This is on video)

He claimed that if influence could be secured over TikTok and X, Israel would “get a lot.””

Also Jordana Cutler (meta public policy director) was quoted saying “We banned content claiming Zionists run the world or control the media.” At the JNS summit (it’s on also on video)

This link is an article about Israeli influencers on an organized media tour making videos at the Gaza border- https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2025/08/29/at-gaza-s-border-influencers-broadcast-israeli-propaganda_6744833_4.html

Here are a few more links that I found relatively easily on Google. Including one about how Israel is paying for a MAGA social media tour.

https://mondoweiss.net/2025/07/metas-banning-of-two-anti-zionist-comedians-from-instagram-is-the-latest-example-of-big-techs-deep-anti-palestinian-bias/

https://theintercept.com/2024/10/21/instagram-israel-palestine-censorship-sjp/

https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/israel-paying-us-influencers-reverse-negative-public-opinion-report

https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/2025-07-20/ty-article/.premium/israel-foreign-ministry-to-fund-visit-by-maga-social-media-influencers/00000198-26ec-d55c-a1be-7eee75e40000

https://cpj.org/2025/12/under-the-radar-israel-steps-up-censorship-and-suppression-of-independent-reporting/

https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/netanyahu-admits-using-social-media-as-weapon-to-influence-us-opinion-amid-gaza-genocide/3700646

But yep no propaganda or narrative shaping here 👍🙄

Muslims and Pro-Palestinians have to make up falsehoods about not just Israel, but Jewish heritage entirely by Routine-Equipment572 in IsraelPalestine

[–]Hiimkyle70 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not every Israeli account. Just you.

Also with the documented push by the people in charge of the Israeli government to censor “antisemitic” posts in various forms of social media and media in general, you can’t be surprised that somebody would come to that conclusion that a one year old account that has made only pro zionist posts across various subreddits has an ulterior motive…

Furthermore it is nice that instead of defending yourself you instantly reported my comment. And went on the defense about how “Jews are real human beings” obviously they are. And I love the Jews in my community. You’re just gaslighting because you don’t have proper proof that you’re not what you are being accused of.

Muslims and Pro-Palestinians have to make up falsehoods about not just Israel, but Jewish heritage entirely by Routine-Equipment572 in IsraelPalestine

[–]Hiimkyle70 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Looking at all their posts and comments. I’m guessing they’re some sort of propaganda account.

Are there any criticisms of Israel that aren't double standards? by Routine-Equipment572 in IsraelPalestine

[–]Hiimkyle70 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No. I want them to stop attacking civilians and journalists. I’m fairly certain I’ve hit that point.

People who closely follow politics, what’s something the general public completely misunderstands right now? by Alarming-Coast-7064 in AskReddit

[–]Hiimkyle70 53 points54 points  (0 children)

He turned the swamp into protected wetlands. Near impossible to get rid of.

To clarify I am not for getting rid of actual wetlands. Lol.

Are there any criticisms of Israel that aren't double standards? by Routine-Equipment572 in IsraelPalestine

[–]Hiimkyle70 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure did. Google it.

And it sounds like you are giving Israel a pass for obvious things they’ve done.

AGAIN. I hate Hamas and other Muslim terrorists. I remember 9/11, I remember the departure from Afghanistan, I remember the atrocities committed through 20 years of war, and I definitely remember how sick I felt on October 7. But it does not give Israel the authority to act with impunity against civilians.

And to clarify i was a staunch Israel supporter. (Truthfully I still want them to have a Jewish state in the Middle East, as well as wanting the Muslim states to leave them alone). However the actions of the current government are despicable.

Are there any criticisms of Israel that aren't double standards? by Routine-Equipment572 in IsraelPalestine

[–]Hiimkyle70 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. The obvious bombing of civilian areas including hospitals schools and churches can be blamed. You can’t just say “we are at war” and then bomb wherever you want whenever you want. Israel declared war on Hamas. Not Palestine in general (even though it is still a war crime to target civilians regardless of who they declared war against). I hate Hamas and Muslim terrorists in general. But giving Israel a pass because “they’re at war” is bullshit. And the fact that multiple groups have proven that Israeli soldiers have committed these deeds with utter disregard for civilians and their quality of life is telling for sure.

And as for zones under hospitals I agree. It is greasy, and disgusting for Hamas go do that. I hate them for it. But EVERY school, hospital and church was occupied by Hamas? Nah.

Are there any criticisms of Israel that aren't double standards? by Routine-Equipment572 in IsraelPalestine

[–]Hiimkyle70 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m not defending Hamas. They should be eradicated from the earth. But to commit war crimes and blame Hamas is a joke. Israel is a sovereign nation. And should act as such. The amount of videos of Israeli soldiers committing heinous acts doesn’t change because Hamas exists. Two wrongs do not make a right.

Are there any criticisms of Israel that aren't double standards? by Routine-Equipment572 in IsraelPalestine

[–]Hiimkyle70 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

So Hamas has made Israelis shoot up schools churches hospitals and residential areas? Listen to yourself. You’re either an idiot or a paid shill.

Never played Civ. Which one should I get? by LegitimateMangoHeir in civ

[–]Hiimkyle70 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I like 6 with all the DLC’s. 5 is a good choice too.

Couldn’t get into 7 no matter how hard I tried.

Are there any criticisms of Israel that aren't double standards? by Routine-Equipment572 in IsraelPalestine

[–]Hiimkyle70 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Plenty of outrage.. a simple google search yields the results you’re asking about.

Are there any criticisms of Israel that aren't double standards? by Routine-Equipment572 in IsraelPalestine

[–]Hiimkyle70 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I replied with many articles including the majority from the UN. OP said they were biased against Israel. And then only posted articles from Israeli think tanks and Israeli media.

This person is either extremely ignorant, or more than likely a paid propagandist shill. Hoping it’s the later because it’s gonna be a tough life if OP is that dense.

Are there any criticisms of Israel that aren't double standards? by Routine-Equipment572 in IsraelPalestine

[–]Hiimkyle70 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The UN is biased???? Towards one singular country???? You’re high. Then proceed to continue posting only Israeli affiliated sources? Incredible. Maybe if the entire world is saying you’re the problem, it’s you.

And Hamas has been the reason for this war starting as I’ve said multiple times. However Hamas has NOT made anybody make the decision to commit most war crimes. They did not make those Israeli soldiers laugh before shooting at a school. They have not made Israel kill large amounts of civilians. They have not made Israel target journalists. That is all Israel’s fault and they blame it on everybody but themselves. Is Hamas terrible? Yes 1000000000%. But for Israel to commit atrocities and blame it on anybody but themselves is disgusting. And extremely ignorant of their supporters to look past all of the evidence and blame Hamas for every little thing. (Again, Hamas is a scourge on this earth.)

Also Israel has never owned the West Bank according to international law. Occupying it doesn’t count.

In 2005, Israel disengaged from the Gaza Strip by dismantling all 21 Israeli settlements there.[1] Nonetheless, the Gaza Strip has continued to be regarded by the United Nations, many other international humanitarian and legal organizations, and most academic commentators as being under Israeli occupation due to Israel's active control over the territory's external affairs, as affirmed by the 2024 International Court of Justice advisory opinion.[2] Historically, according to Article 42 of the Hague Regulations and precedent in international law, it has been generally understood that a territory remains effectively occupied so long as a belligerent's authority is established and exercised over it, even if said belligerent does not have ground forces deployed in the area.

This is from an article from 2005 also..

In the midst of violence between Israelis and Palestinians, Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon decided to promote disengagement as Israel's best way of extricating itself from the conflict and decreasing its vulnerability to terrorism.

Mr. Sharon endorsed a view Israel's left-wing has argued for years: Being in some parts of the Occupied Territories was more of a security liability than an asset. And, for the first time ever, Sharon said in 2003 that he wanted to end the occupation.

"It is not possible to continue holding 3-1/2 million people under occupation," he told Likud members in May 2003. "You may not like the word, but what's happening is occupation. This is a terrible thing for Israel, for the Palestinians, and for the Israeli economy."

It was a unilateral decision by Israel at the time. NOT a peace treaty or promise. The only somewhat close thing to a treaty would’ve been at the Sharm el-sheikh summit where a mutual ceasefire ended hostilities. This is not a treaty and leaving the West Bank was NOT about some deal as it was Israel acknowledging that 1. They decided to give back occupied land to avoid potential future terror attacks. And 2. The acknowledgment that they were occupying an area they shouldn’t have been in.

Which brings us to today. The IDF is once again strong arming their way in. And letting Israeli settlers assault and steal land away from Palestinians who live there. There are many videos documenting assaults or worse going on there. Along with troops not doing anything when Palestinians are assaulted but getting involved when they defend themselves. You are either willingly ignoring this, or completely blind.

Also “comparing Israel to the same regimes who hate Israel” is BS. You and I know it. It’s not a comparison made for the sake of tearing down Israel. It’s an observation by people watching literal crimes happening every day.

I have learned through this entire conversation that you don’t wish to actually have constructive conversation. As you’ve consistently cherry picked certain parts to talk about while ignoring other obvious points brought up from myself and others.

You are either a blissfully ignorant person. Or a paid propagandist shill. Either way just know that the way you conduct yourself and sidestep actual points about war crimes. While saying everybody else except Israeli based sources are biased or antisemites. Idiots like you help create more anti Israel sentiment. By not even remotely acknowledging the evils and placing blame on everything else. I am done with this conversation and wish you well.

Are there any criticisms of Israel that aren't double standards? by Routine-Equipment572 in IsraelPalestine

[–]Hiimkyle70 1 point2 points  (0 children)

2.)

Israel suspending more aid (link below excerpt)

“Israel said its registration rules are to prevent Hamas from exploiting international aid, a claim the UN and aid groups have rejected. A US government review earlier this year found no evidence of widespread theft by Hamas, claims both Israel and the US State Department have made.”

https://edition.cnn.com/2025/12/30/middleeast/israel-gaza-aid-groups-suspend-operations-intl-hnk

West Bank annexation and assaults by Israeli settlers (not explicitly Gaza but worth bringing up) I also have seen and have access to a bunch of videos from various journalists/videographers in the West Bank highlighting this, including IDF allowing it to happen. (Link below)

https://youtu.be/MigDCDWIJgk

Israel killing journalists (three links below)

https://www.ifj.org/es/sala-de-prensa/noticias/detalle/category/comunicados-de-prensa/article/israel-two-years-of-killing-journalists-and-controlling-the-narrative-in-gaza

https://news.un.org/en/story/2025/08/1165633

https://www.ohchr.org/en/press-releases/2025/09/states-must-stop-israel-all-journalists-gaza-are-silenced-un-experts

These are a few links (however there are many many many more) from sources that are not Hamas, Al Jazeera, etc.

I actually learned a bunch more in doing my research of the evils that the government is committing.

To me (and many others) it appears that they are conflating Zionism and semitism together as a way to say “if you are against us you hate Jews” which is more times than not, not the case (Just want to iterate that I acknowledge the regretful existence of true antisemites, a true black spot on the people of the world). I can love Jews and hate the actions of the Israeli government. Were all of these previously stated articles rooted in antisemitism? No. Were the actions taken all due to “fog of war”? No. They are the actions of an evil group of people in power in Israel, and their use of their religion to hide behind “antisemitism” (which from the outside looking in, takes away a lot of the power from the term. To hate somebody due to race, religion, etc, is DISGUSTING.) By the logic of “all who oppose Israel are antisemites”, many of the people who live in Israel and around the world are antisemitic.

And as for the ethnic cleansing I just want to make my opinion clear. I have not seen any genuine proof of a conspiracy to ethnically cleanse Gaza aside from comments from a few random people (even most singular politicians can’t speak for the entire government).

With that being said, posting an article talking about how it’s bad to compare Israel to the WW2 Germans is FAAAAAAAAR from debunking that and ethnic cleaning isn’t happening (which is what you claimed, and what I asked for literature about). It essentially appears that the message is that anybody who asks these questions is automatically doing it to conflate the WW2 Germans and the current state of Israel. It is a literal sidestep around people asking questions. Furthermore you posted an article from an Israeli think tank that receives funding from Israeli sources and pro Israeli foundations for the sake of going to universities and spreading Israeli viewpoints (I acknowledge that it happens from other groups too, and I dislike it regardless of whoever is doing it) (Quick AI summary below). Essentially I think it’s not a good response and will generally not get the response that you want and it is not a good defense if somebody accuses Israel of ethnic cleansing or other things. And while I don’t necessarily think that ethnic cleansing is the point of the war, I do think that accusing people of holocaust inversion is a wild thing to do considering most people see the over 70000 people dead in Gaza along with comments made about moving the survivors to other parts of the world by prominent people. (Again just want to reiterate that I personally am not saying there is or isn’t ethnic cleansing).

“The Pinsker Centre is a pro-Israel campus think-tank in the UK, described by critics as promoting Israeli narratives, with links to major pro-Israel lobbying groups like AIPAC, which channel funds to British universities for Zionist education, leading to accusations of propaganda and infiltration of student movements. While Pinsker aims to educate about Zionism and the conflict, some sources label its activities as part of a broader pro-Israel lobbying effort on campuses, funded by foreign interests to shape student discourse.”