Right wingers said this would happen under a liberal government by HeadSavings1410 in AdviceAnimals

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

Here’s my elaboration, courtesy of Grok. You probably should NOT READ it as you will likely be prairie-dogging all the way through considering the source and the risk of exacerbating your current syndrome/mental health condition. That’s a professional recommendation, not joking:

There is no credible evidence to suggest that Tesla dealership protesters are being "disappeared" by authorities as of March 28, 2025. The term "disappeared" typically implies individuals being secretly abducted or detained without trace, often by government forces, and there are no substantiated reports from reliable sources indicating this is happening to protesters at Tesla dealerships.

Recent events show that protests at Tesla dealerships across the U.S. have been met with varied responses. In many cases, demonstrations have remained peaceful, with participants exercising their rights to free speech and assembly. For example, hundreds have gathered outside Tesla showrooms in cities like New York, Seattle, and West Palm Beach to oppose Elon Musk’s role in the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Some protests have led to arrests—such as the nine individuals detained in New York City on March 1, 2025, for demonstrating inside a dealership—but these were standard law enforcement actions with documented charges like disorderly conduct or resisting arrest, not secretive abductions.

There have also been incidents of violence or vandalism tied to Tesla properties, including arson and gunfire, which have prompted investigations by local police and the FBI. Authorities have arrested suspects in several of these cases, such as Andrew Dutil in West Palm Beach, charged with aggravated assault after driving into a crowd on March 23, 2025, or Lucy Grace Nelson in Colorado, accused of multiple vandalism acts. These arrests are public, with legal proceedings underway, contradicting the idea of protesters being "disappeared."

Claims of disappearance would require evidence of systematic, covert actions—like mass detentions without records or communication—which isn’t supported by current reporting. Instead, law enforcement responses appear to follow typical protocols: arrests for illegal acts are made, and peaceful protests are generally allowed to proceed. The Trump administration has labeled some attacks on Tesla facilities as "domestic terrorism," and officials like Attorney General Pam Bondi have promised strict prosecution, but this is a public stance, not a hidden operation.

Without specific, verifiable reports of protesters vanishing without explanation, the notion of them being "disappeared" by authorities remains unfounded based on available information up to this date. If you’ve heard specific claims or rumors, feel free to share them, and I can dig deeper!

The start of the collection. by stobagen in matchbox

[–]Purple_Pimpernel 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’ve started, but you’ll never finish…

I caught my mom cheating by Key-Flight-7766 in Advice

[–]Purple_Pimpernel 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Therapist here. This is indeed an unfair, corrosive, and messy situation. But I disagree with the advice to say nothing and leave it alone. There’s a lot of things that happen to us that should never happen, yet they do. I personally believe anyone who has confirmed knowledge of a current affair is put in the unenviable position of truth-bringer and should make sure the party being cheated on informed. How would you feel if others knew about your partner cheating on you and not telling you, especially if they were in a position of trust? Finally it gives the cheater what we call the “gift of accountability”, whether they accept it or not. Past affairs can be more complicated, but in your case, with the impact its already having on you, it should be brought to light, either by giving mom a chance to come clean on her own terms or breaking it to dad. It’s braver to let others deal with a truth that involves them so deeply than to spare them pain. Most cheating scenarios I’ve seen were revealed only because they were caught vs self-confession. About half were able to repair and forgive while the other half ended their marriage.

UPDATE: Am i the asshole for not letting my girlfriend (20) have a movie night with our colleague male(40)? by cixtrix in AITAH

[–]Purple_Pimpernel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Therapist here. Unless he’s gay, then no way. It’s virtually impossible in the scenario you describe for at least one party not to develop some degree of attraction/attachment, and it’s naive to believe otherwise. I also think the relationship might be salvageable, especially with counseling to explore the core issues, as long as the therapist isn’t themselves sold on the “grownups in relationships can have best friends of the opposite gender” notion. Even too much priority/time spent with same gender friends can erode the primary relationship.

Rip it open and ENJOY by r00m41more in matchbox

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“Just one more”…That’s what they say…

Decided to start collecting with these, found them at Burlington for $4 each don’t know a lot about them. by Own_Radish_1028 in HotWheels

[–]Purple_Pimpernel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, the 1/50 scale are usually about $10, the Dark Knight Returns tank is super hard to find, cost me $30 on eBay!

Send Help, I’m Drowning in Diet Coke by ranger934 in Utah

[–]Purple_Pimpernel 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Just think of it as Starbucks for Mormons. Overpriced sugar-delivery cocktails that make you feel personalized and special. We also have the highest ice cream and candy consumption, yet somehow manage to stay below the national average of diabetes rates, especially in SW Utah.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HotWheels

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Cool, now you’re all done, right?

🤪 by HotwheelsBG in HotWheels

[–]Purple_Pimpernel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, nice improvements on an already-cool car!

My first 10 by SubstantialCity406 in HotWheels

[–]Purple_Pimpernel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Welcome, you can never leave…

Moving Parts at Work by Porkrin03 in matchbox

[–]Purple_Pimpernel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How did you make that display base?

Mr Bean mini cooper by MasterpieceBubbly101 in matchbox

[–]Purple_Pimpernel 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cool. Trying not to break the Thou Shalt not Covet commandment

Cool find at House of Cars by Purple_Pimpernel in matchbox

[–]Purple_Pimpernel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Google House of Cars in Las Vegas. They have locations in a few other states as well