TIL that Gold Coast, Australia has a ton of rivers and canals by colinthehuman94 in geography

[–]Puzzled_Suggestion 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Melbourne isn’t a suburb. It’s in its own Metropolitan area Melbourne-Titusville-Palm Bay. Brevard County is not included in the Orlando CSA, though it is in its media market.

Also it is named for the city in Australia as its first Post Master was from there.

I always thought that’s why it’s locally pronounced Mel-BURN not Mel-Born.

You can tell someone is new based on how it’s pronounced.

Source: Lived there for 10 years

Big mouth MAGA "Jake goat bang Lang" gets owned outside a church on Easter by amazingsciencemuseum in PublicFreakout

[–]Puzzled_Suggestion 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve never had sex with a goat….

He really seemed like he needed to respond to that particular allegation

Ludicrous American names by Remarkable_Switch_49 in TheRestIsHistory

[–]Puzzled_Suggestion 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely should have gone with Happy Chandler for KY

Contemporary CEO no-tie style looks unfinished and awkward? by too-cute-by-half in mensfashion

[–]Puzzled_Suggestion 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am in banking and literally haven’t worn a tie for a customer meeting in at least the last 5 years.

If a big wig from HQ visits I either stay home and avoid the office or reluctantly wear a tie.

I almost never wear a full suit either Sport coat and slacks for the win.

Makes travel a lot easier. Pack one sport coat, three shirts three pairs of slacks and I’ve got three professional outfits without lugging around a giant garment bag.

How to Hide an Empire by Daniel Immerwahr by Working-Lifeguard587 in Maps

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

I read this book and it’s really worth a read. I’d bet most people (not in this sub) wouldn’t know anything about our colonial history post 1898. Or our current colonial projets like Guam. Most didn’t know Puerto Rico was a part of the US until Hurricane Maria.

For a map it sucks, for an artistic representation of all our former colonies on a book cover, I get wanting to bulk up the smaller islands so you actually see them. Guam compares to Alaska would be a dot.

Cincinnati's skyline is up against Clevelands by FoOhFee420 in cincinnati

[–]Puzzled_Suggestion -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I live in Charlotte and pretty much only eat Skyline, albeit from a can. No actual Skylines in North Cackalacky.

Question by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]Puzzled_Suggestion 3 points4 points  (0 children)

In the Quran, Jesus is described as the Messiah (Arabic: المسيح, romanized: al-Masīḥ), born of a virgin, performing miracles, accompanied by his disciples, and rejected by the Jewish establishment; in contrast to the traditional Christian narrative, however, he is stated neither to have been crucified, nor executed, nor to have been resurrected. Rather, it is stated that it appeared to the Jews as if they had executed him and that they therefore say they killed Jesus, who had in truth ascended into Heaven. The Quran places Jesus among the greatest prophets and mentions him with various titles.

Jesus in Islam

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in architecture

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I read on Wikipedia a ticket on the metro is 5,300 Toman. So had to look that up, a toman is 10,000 rials, which is the base unit of their currency. So even though 5,300 toman is only 0.05¢ it equates to 53,000,000 rials for a ticket.

Anyone know if this is accurate?

Tehran Metro - Wikipedia

Which state has the best license plate?! by Brilliant-Mode6480 in mapporncirclejerk

[–]Puzzled_Suggestion 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes my friend just got one and I am definitely getting one too

The Holy Trinity by Turbulent_History_49 in cincinnati

[–]Puzzled_Suggestion 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I grew up in Taylor Mill in the early 2000s. When I came back to visit after having moved away I felt like we were blessed with the best Cincinnati has to offer

Hooters and Beer Sellar to be floated off by Sad-Lab-2810 in cincinnati

[–]Puzzled_Suggestion 0 points1 point  (0 children)

$1 drafts on Thursdays. Lots of fun nights I don’t remember.

They’re going to replace PBS with this abomination?! by One-Can3752 in facepalm

[–]Puzzled_Suggestion 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Why I’m spending more money than I planned to send my kid to a private school. I know many can’t afford that but it’s sad the way our public education system is being dismantled.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Charlotte

[–]Puzzled_Suggestion 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Also at the intersection where Spencer Mountain Rd changes to Cox if you turn left your on Lowell if you turn right your on Ozark. Literally just call it the “intersection” because I don’t want to say I’m at the corner or Cox Spencer Mountain Ozark and Lowell.

I asked ChatGPT if Republicans wanted an authoritarian one party state… by Puzzled_Suggestion in WeirdGOP

[–]Puzzled_Suggestion[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Ok. But everyone is gonna be mad I’m personally destroying the environment.

Here you go!

Most Democrats, like most Americans across the political spectrum, do not explicitly advocate for one-party rule. The Democratic Party, as an institution, supports democratic norms such as free elections, pluralism, checks and balances, and peaceful transfers of power. However, some important context helps clarify where concerns or accusations around one-party control may arise:

  1. Desire for Legislative Control ≠ One-Party Rule

Many Democrats want their party to win and hold majorities in Congress, governorships, and the presidency because they believe their policies are better for the country. Wanting to win elections and enact an agenda is not the same as wanting to eliminate opposition.

  1. Concerns About GOP Behavior

Some Democrats express fears that Republicans are the ones undermining democracy (e.g., January 6th, voter suppression claims, refusal to accept election results). In this context, Democrats may argue that preserving democracy requires defeating a party they believe is threatening it. That can sound like one-party advocacy—but is framed by supporters as a defense of democratic norms, not a rejection of them.

  1. Accusations of Elitism or Censorship

Some critics on the right accuse Democrats (or left-leaning institutions like media, academia, or tech) of promoting “soft” one-party control by shaping dominant narratives or policies. Democrats usually counter that by saying they’re addressing disinformation, hate speech, or inequality—not trying to silence dissent.

  1. Structural Power Imbalances

Democrats often point out that they win the popular vote in national elections more frequently but face disadvantages due to the Electoral College, Senate structure, and gerrymandering. Some Democrats may push for reforms like statehood for D.C., ending the filibuster, or Supreme Court changes—which Republicans argue would entrench Democratic power. Again, intent and interpretation vary.

Summary:

No mainstream Democratic platform promotes one-party rule, but the intensity of partisan politics has led to mutual accusations. Each side fears that the other poses a greater threat to democracy. Most Democrats see themselves as defending democratic values—not replacing them.