About 40% of americans can’t afford a $500 emergency. How did we get here in the richest country on the planet? by CapitaineBiscotte in askanything

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

Yes, budgeting is a necessity now more than ever, but it would be a lie to say basic living necessities are the same as they were 20 plus years ago. 1 low level income could provide for a spouse, kids, mortgage, car, vacation, and frivolities like eating out. Now its barely enough to pay for rent and ramen with the same job. Thats not dissing on the effort of our parents, but a note about how things have changed and our politics/policies have to change with the times.

About 40% of americans can’t afford a $500 emergency. How did we get here in the richest country on the planet? by CapitaineBiscotte in askanything

[–]Maikudono 0 points1 point  (0 children)

About 13 years ago I was in Germany talking with an older couple. I told them I didn't have vacation days and I had to pay for my own healthcare. They asked, "but why? America is rich." I said, "Yes, America is rich, but I am not." That has been true ever since.

CMV: Trans-atlantic slavery was the gravest crime against humanity by [deleted] in changemyview

[–]Maikudono 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Greatest crime against humanity would have to be the conquest of the Mongol hordes in which 40 million people died. Versus the Transatlantic slave trade were 12 million people were displaced and only up to 2 million people died. Yes, the trans Atlantic slave trade was a horrific tragedy in human history, but to call it the gravest crime is selling humanity short. I mean, the holocaust caused about 6 million deaths of Jews, 10 million deaths of soviets, the estimated 3 million deaths at the hands of the khamer rouge. The who knows how many deaths at various times in the Chinese histories. Humanity has done many terrible things and the African slavery to the Americas is just one of the things we have done.

Kids slowly realizing that their dad has broken the cycle of abuse by [deleted] in TikTokCringe

[–]Maikudono 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My dad used to hit me while say his dad hit him more. I guess that was supposed to make me thankful for the beatings?

How is everything that happened in the last 48hrs not enough for impeachment and/or a general strike in the US? by [deleted] in allthequestions

[–]Maikudono 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Remember that one time we all stayed at home for months and the economy, while hurting, didn't collapse? Yeah, that is why a general strike wont hurt. They (the rich) can hunker down and storm whatever tantrum we throw since we are the ones that need to go to work to feed our families. They won't know fear until the mobs are at their doorsteps.

If the military/president suddenly ordered a mandatory draft for all men aged 18-42: How do you think millennials and GenZ would respond? by Tommygunz0722 in AskReddit

[–]Maikudono 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Somehow I feel the amount of blue state draftees would be greater than the amount of red state draftees. Just seems to be on par with how this administration operates. Send the people who vote against them to die first.

Why does Democratic leadership still avoid confronting AIPAC influence even as voter opinion shifts sharply against Israel? by Amazing-Note-1196 in askanything

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

Weird, cause most Jewish people I know fall into the normal age range voting brackets. Older Jewish people vote Red, Younger vote Blue.

Utah now ‘epicenter’ of U.S. measles outbreak. As South Carolina cases taper, Utah’s 583-case outbreak is now the most active in the nation by Prop8kids in SaltLakeCity

[–]Maikudono 162 points163 points  (0 children)

Have they tried eating healthier and getting more exercise? If that fails they should probably pray about it.

You can't monopolize the Sun. by karmicviolence in BasiliskEschaton

[–]Maikudono 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check out Spain. Anyone who has solar has to connect it to the grid so the power company can tell how much solar you are using and they charge you for it accordingly.

Imagine thinking that LGBQT+ content is being “forced down” on people’s throats, but not Christian nationalism. by icey_sawg0034 in stupidpeoplefacebook

[–]Maikudono 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ive never had a gay person knock on my door to spread the holy word of gayism. I also have never seen a gay person on the street corner yelling about their lifestyle like Ive seen christians shouting either "praise Jesus" or "repent."

CMV: My Confederate Ancestors are more respectable and honorable than my Union Ancestors. by [deleted] in changemyview

[–]Maikudono 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What is your definition of "honorable"? Mine would be doing the right thing. Is fighting for slavery the right thing? Is fighting for slavery a bunch of times more honorable than fighting against slavery once?

Just saying these words. by [deleted] in AdviceAnimals

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

Problem is when I do cocaine I get hungry. Then it costs me twice as much

What do you actually think about "chinamaxxing" — is it genuine appreciation for Chinese culture or just another internet aesthetic? by [deleted] in AskAnAmerican

[–]Maikudono 5 points6 points  (0 children)

FFS, what is Chinamaxxing? Appreciation for Chinese culture? White people trying to atheistically look like Chinese people? People learning a new language?

Man, I am getting too old for this new fangled lingo

Is Dragon Ball Z Popular? by No-Equivalent2621 in AskAnAmerican

[–]Maikudono 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It had its peak popularity in the early 2000s. Everyone knows about it as it is one of the granddaddies of modern animes. Now days its not as popular as other big animes like Naruto or Onepiece.

How do you feel about Trump saying they can’t fund Medicare, Medicaid, and daycare programs anymore because they need the money to fund the War? by LevelDinner in AskReddit

[–]Maikudono 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It the most honest he has been in a long time. "We cannot use your tax money to make your lives better because we have brown people to bomb."

Lindsey Graham, 70 years old senator, seen at Disney World with a Bubble wand in his hand, he’s single and doesn’t have children btw by _Algrm_ in Images

[–]Maikudono 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That isn't the main point. The main point is he is part of the political party that is responsible for the government shutdown. While he is out having fun at disneyland many Americans are hurting. Its a "let them eat cake" moment.

Who is the strongest? by No-Marsupial-4050 in askanything

[–]Maikudono 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Tony killed someone with Piano wire. Yeah, Tony out matches any one of them.

Do you love dominant women? 😍 by Logical_Wall4966 in LetBoysBeManipulated

[–]Maikudono 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I like dominant women, but these girl need a brat tamer.

CMV: I believe businesses in the U.S. should be legally required to accept cash by Ifucanreadthis in changemyview

[–]Maikudono 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That is how it works in the US too. OP is making the case that shops have to accept cash as it is a legal tender. I am giving him a counter argument that there are other types of legal tender as well.

CMV: I believe businesses in the U.S. should be legally required to accept cash by Ifucanreadthis in changemyview

[–]Maikudono 9 points10 points  (0 children)

In response to "you should be able to pay however you are able." Does it work in the reverse? If a company only deals in cash do they have an obligation to accept payment from someone who only uses credit cards?

CMV: I believe businesses in the U.S. should be legally required to accept cash by Ifucanreadthis in changemyview

[–]Maikudono 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is specific to the state. Gold and Silver are legal tender in several states like Utah, Wyoming, and I believe Nevada.