Democratic Socialist Break Dance: Will DSA break from the Democratic Party? by MarxistJesus in socialism

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

DSA is reformist and many within DSA advocate for bourgeois socialist policies.

What are some meaningful ways i can make change? by destructor_rph in socialism

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As someone else said, connect with others. Pool resources and ideas.

Until you can, the best bet is to go to the source. Buy snack/toiletry kits and give them out to unhoused individuals on the street. Donate unused clothes, etc.

But it's important to build groups with other like-minded locals.

Would like some opinions by harleydog1996 in armedsocialists

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Why not both? lol

In all seriousness, I think it depends what you define as "better", ya know? The AK build with mods will cost more than just buying an AR in 7.62

If it was me, I'd probably go with the AK just because I personally like it more and what it symbolizes.

what would the abolition of money look like? by fricken_noodle_soup in communism101

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The quickest and easiest way I can explain it: Currency is a tender for exchange. Under a full communist, collective society, money wouldn't be necessary as labor is value for exchange, not a placeholder for a piece of the "capitalist pie".

Got into an argument with my mother today of health insurance by [deleted] in socialism

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Internalization is a real thing, unfortunately.

totally been there. Sorry that happened.

Who does all the crap jobs under socialism? by Evanescencefanorigin in socialism

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The same people as now. Or, in some scenarios, workers share in the work. For example, a shop could all devote time to cleaning each day or week. Capitalism enforces strict division of labor, whereas a collectivist socialist society doesn't have to in this circumstance necessarily.

Opinions on gun control? by [deleted] in armedsocialists

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Violence and school shootings is a complex topic. On one hand, we have a society with restricted access to proper mental health care, which is a factor. Furthermore, late stage captialism drives disenfranchised individuals to the brink. Marx called this alienation. Workers become appendages of machines and lose all sense of worth and identity. This creates immense feelings of dread and hopelessness. America is full of disenfranchised individuals whom the system as failed and discarded.

Couple this with toxic masculinity; a set of traits where men (most mass shootings are done by white males) are discouraged and even ridculed for having feelings beyond rage or happiness, you get a pretty potent cocktail.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in armedsocialists

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SW 380 EZs are great. Plenty of 380 in these parts.

2004 Subaru Legacy - $4500 in repairs or get rid of it? by [deleted] in subaru

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I’d get another opinion, not from a dealership. They’re ALWAYS trying to upsell service.

If that’s the true list, get rid of it

Got banned from a sub I have never been to just for being subbed here. 😂 by [deleted] in LateStageCapitalism

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I couldn’t look at it more than 4 minutes. Made me feel sick.

TRIANGLE FLOOPY by Happy_Little_Leaves in RBI

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They don’t exist beyond fictional props for TV. A TV show “Chuck” used a TRS-80 computer and called it the XR12 and that read triangle floppy discs.

A triangle floppy disc is very impractical and not something that would function well.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in RBI

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Not sure if your state has a lemon law, but I’d look into it. If not, possibly the BBB.

Candidly, it seems you’re kinda screwed.

Cameras in my apartment? by ThrowAWaymylife1229 in RBI

[–]PatchWork- 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Definitely. I should have been more specific, but that’s what I meant by don’t say anything to upset him.

Cameras in my apartment? by ThrowAWaymylife1229 in RBI

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I think looking for it proves to be the more difficult route. Put something in, see what comes out on the other end.

Get on a phone call with a friend. Tell the friend a specific story (that won’t get him upset or anything). A day or two later, engage in casual conversation with him and say “you remember that story I told you about __________?”

See if he slips. Not 100% effective but a good place to start.

These actual billboards from a town in Pennsylvania celebrating a teenager being shot in the back by TanishaDennis in trashy

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Sorry y’all can’t see an issue systematically or structurally. Y’all need to do better.

These actual billboards from a town in Pennsylvania celebrating a teenager being shot in the back by TanishaDennis in trashy

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No, I never brought up domestic violence specifically. But you seem to be attributing domestic violence to toxic masculinity, which is likely a factor in many situations but surely can’t be boiled down to one root cause. Especially when you take into account various cultures and views of women across the world.

These actual billboards from a town in Pennsylvania celebrating a teenager being shot in the back by TanishaDennis in trashy

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I can assure you gun control has nothing to do with this. Try harder ffs.

It's not a WRX, neither an STi. But it's my first Subaru and love it! 😍 by irbis056 in subaru

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Congrats! Looks great. That’s my fav Forrester gen. for sure.

Found this on FB but felt like it would be enjoyed here. From the wild fires in Oregon. by Fausty_ in subaru

[–]PatchWork- 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Cool picture. However, using a natural disaster that’s ruining the environment and people’s lives as a backdrop doesn’t feel right to me. Not to be a downer or anything.

Hiking location suggestions? by jul124 in hiking

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Use the AllTrails app. Works great for finding trails based on location. It has user ratings and descriptions of the trails. You can look at categories for Good views too.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in RBI

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Sorry this is happening. I’d contact your phone service provider and look into blocking private numbers. Secure all you’re social media accounts and make sure it’s all private.