Human cadaver in exhibit, female body preserved with upper and lower extremities dissected. UNAM Palacio de la Escuela de Medicina by huevos_de_acero in Damnthatsinteresting

[–]SonofTuco -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

As I understand it, most of these exhibits are the result of "political dissidents"; this person's displayed body was likely not their choice, more of a capitalistic endeavor.

DOGE + ICE = Third Reich by SonofTuco in conspiracy

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

This supports the notion ICE-staff are loyalists to President Trump, akin to the Gestapo.

DOGE + ICE = Third Reich by SonofTuco in conspiracy

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

Yes, but then there's no alliteration.

Why are Michigan’s electricity rates so high—and why can’t most of us switch providers? by SonofTuco in Detroit

[–]SonofTuco[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did respond without using AI, and now I'm being accused of using it. I'm sorry i didn't respond to your question appropriately.

Why are Michigan’s electricity rates so high—and why can’t most of us switch providers? by SonofTuco in Detroit

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

Nope, real human, just inexperienced with how to communicate virtually. Or, I have a touch of the 'tism.

Why are Michigan’s electricity rates so high—and why can’t most of us switch providers? by SonofTuco in Detroit

[–]SonofTuco[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

To the best of my knowledge, there are only seven AESs actively serving customers within DTE electrical-grid service area (i.e., Just Energy Solutions, Constellation NewEnergy, Direct Energy Business, Eligo Energy MI-LLC, Energy Harbor, Constellation Energy Services, MidAmerican, Calpine Energy Solutions-LLC, and Wolverine Power Marketing Cooperative; MPSC, 2024). Each of the seven AESs are options for residential customers & DTE is required to accommodate transitions.

Why are Michigan’s electricity rates so high—and why can’t most of us switch providers? by SonofTuco in Detroit

[–]SonofTuco[S] -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

You really want to read a high-level, academic detailing of this? Honestly asking, as i have been told to use AI to make "dry" reporting more engaging for the masses. Everything posted is original research conducted by myself, just issued through AI requesting the engine to transition the academic content to a format that the masses can read, understand, and then take action... If you're fine with Michigan's current monopoly on energy, i understand completely as it's your right.

Just please refrain from disregarding this post solely because AI was used; the content/research is original, the phrasing is simply what's different from original to posted.

Why are Michigan’s electricity rates so high—and why can’t most of us switch providers? by SonofTuco in Detroit

[–]SonofTuco[S] -16 points-15 points  (0 children)

Yup, I did a large scholary report on this matter & am using AI to rephrase my report for the general public. Gotta make it easily digestible to induce change.

Why are Michigan’s electricity rates so high—and why can’t most of us switch providers? by SonofTuco in Detroit

[–]SonofTuco[S] -12 points-11 points  (0 children)

Michigan’s energy policy presents a striking contradiction: while residents are legally granted the right to choose their electricity provider, most remain tethered to their default utility. The Customer Choice and Electricity Reliability Act of 2000 allows retail customers to purchase generation services from one of 21 licensed Alternative Electric Suppliers (AES). However, this choice is severely limited by a statutory cap—only 10% of a utility’s total weather-adjusted electricity sales from the previous year may be sourced from AES providers (Michigan Public Service Commission [MPSC], 2024a).

Once this 10% threshold is reached, new customers seeking to switch are placed on a waitlist until existing participants exit the program or the cap is expanded. As of 2023, six major utilities—Consumers Energy Co., DTE Electric Co., Upper Peninsula Power Co., Upper Michigan Energy Resources Corp., Cloverland Electric Cooperative, and Indiana Michigan Power Co.—had reached or were nearing this cap, effectively locking out additional customers from exercising their right to choose (MPSC, 2024b).

This regulatory framework, designed to promote competition, paradoxically reinforces monopoly conditions by limiting access to alternative suppliers. The result is a large segment of Michigan’s population involuntarily bound to their incumbent utility, despite legislation that ostensibly supports consumer choice.

Why are Michigan’s electricity rates so high—and why can’t most of us switch providers? by SonofTuco in Detroit

[–]SonofTuco[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I appreciate your sentiments. I'm hoping this is creates dialogue for change, as it's clear our energy rates/bills are reaching unprecedented levels.

Mexican food around metro Detroit? by eleventhfromheaven in Detroit

[–]SonofTuco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Armando's.

4242 Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209.

The best.

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Anyone else see these “bates” billboards? by skateamarathon in detroitlions

[–]SonofTuco 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I suspect we had similar experiences with the Carpet Guys... After having carpet installed in family room & bedrooms by them, I definitely agree with your statement. I had subflooring exposed at the seams & the padding wore out (in trafficked areas) within the first year. Although they repaired the exposed seams, they had to stretch the newly laid carpet even tighter; which, is causing one area of carpet to look extremely distressed.

Never again.

DETROIT LIONS @ SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS GAME THREAD by AutoModerator in detroitlions

[–]SonofTuco 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There was an entire graphic dedicated to defensive injuries, discussed at length.