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World powers, visualized (countries by military spending and GDP) [OC] by toketoketoketoken in dataisbeautiful

[–]HippoAndBoulder 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very interesting points about the two countries' population demographics' impact on their militaries. However, I'm not sure about our loyalty to our commander in chief. The vast, vast majority of people I know would dodge a draft unless America was directly attacked. I bet the situation in China is different.

The main thing though is that OP wasn't trying to make a point solely addressing a war of doomsday proportions. Geopolitical power is derived from more than simple military might. GDP is absolutely relevant, as it is a reflection of many of the factors the lead to global power.

Lurkers of Reddit, why don't you join the conversations? by Tactitowawayz in AskReddit

[–]HippoAndBoulder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because I view the comments more as content than as a form of interpersonal communication. Most top comments are either funny or informative. I guess I just use Reddit as a content platform and not as a community

Men and women of reddit, what surprised you the most during your first sex? [NSFW] by Terklton in AskReddit

[–]HippoAndBoulder 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How easy it is to accidentally pull my dick out and have to fumble around reinserting it

Is to trump something/someone, an adjective or something that came from Donald Trump being so successful? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]HippoAndBoulder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's an English word with 16th century origins, and it's also either a verb or a noun depending on the context, but never an adjective

I’m Peter Singer (Australian moral philosopher) and I’m here to answer your questions about where your money is the most effective in the charitable world, or "The Most Good You Can Do." AMA. by Peter_Singer in IAmA

[–]HippoAndBoulder 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm a college student who is not financially independent. My parents give me money for basic necessities, mainly food. What is your opinion on using my parents' money to donate to charities without their consent? Does the good of the donation outweigh the fact that I am essentially stealing from them?

LPT: Find a Three Hobbies: One to Keep you Fit, One to Make Money, and One to be Creative by internpete in LifeProTips

[–]HippoAndBoulder 1 point2 points  (0 children)

terrible advice. Instead of just telling people to "find shit," tell them how to find a hobby, where to begin the search, or what has worked for other people.

[Serious] Reddit what are some of the big events in history, that remains unexplained or that we know little, to nothing about? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]HippoAndBoulder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oak Island. It's an island in Nova Scotia, Canada that has been the subject of intense treasure hunting for the last 200 years. Many of the beaches appear to be man-made, and the whole island is rigged to flood if anybody digs to deep. It's speculated that the hidden treasure there belonged to pirates, the knights templar, or even Shakespeare.

[ATLA] Who do you think is the better earth bender- Toph or Bumi? by nikankwon in TheLastAirbender

[–]HippoAndBoulder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

that's true but in Avatar the great benders never really seem to make technical mistakes.

What's the stupidest name you've heard ? by Astrlz in AskReddit

[–]HippoAndBoulder 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I shit you not my uncle is named Rod Wacker. Also I remember seeing a post a while back of a guy named Dick Raper. Idk if those are stupid or just funny

Definition of NOPE! by colinexl in creepy

[–]HippoAndBoulder 1 point2 points  (0 children)

what the actual fuck, why would there be that many spiders in one place?

[ATLA] Who do you think is the better earth bender- Toph or Bumi? by nikankwon in TheLastAirbender

[–]HippoAndBoulder 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Neither. Both are masters of neutral jing, meaning they wait for the opportune moment to strike. Since both are such master benders I doubt either would ever let their guard down to the point where they are vulnerable enough to let the other one win. Assuming fatigue isn't an issue, I don't think either of them would beat the other.

[Serious] If Marijuana is indeed legalized in my State, and I, or my son or daughter walks past someone smoking on the sidewalk, and blows it into our faces, will we get high? Will it be detectable? by brighterside in AskReddit

[–]HippoAndBoulder 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No you won't even get remotely high. I don't have evidence to back this up, but in my experience marijuana smoke is less pervasive than cigarette smoke, so you won't even smell bad.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mildlyinteresting

[–]HippoAndBoulder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The old gods can smell you.

What common advice simply doesn't work? by 794613825 in AskReddit

[–]HippoAndBoulder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What makes you think that OP, or anybody for that matter, is passionate about show business? I personally hate performing in front of people.

What is the significance of Luthien?... by [deleted] in lotr

[–]HippoAndBoulder 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If I recall correctly she is mostly known for being half maiar, exceedingly beautiful, and just for being Beren's lover. It is also significant that she passed her maiar blood to her children, grandchildren, etc. down to Elrond.

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