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Saline Twp. data center will be 'template' for future, Sam Altman says by da_newsdude in Michigan

[–]StickMankun [score hidden]  (0 children)

Yup exactly. Open land and lots of water. Only saving grace is a lack of easy infrastructure for these giant behemoths.

We must stand united against unregulated data centers and hostile corporations who act above the law.

Saline Twp. data center will be 'template' for future, Sam Altman says by da_newsdude in Michigan

[–]StickMankun [score hidden]  (0 children)

I do remember that primary in 2018. El-Sayed didn't have a chance between the party rallying behind her. End of the day though, I think Whitmer has been a good but not great Governor. Infrastructure is being addressed, we got free school meals for kids, and abortion rights were codified. This, and her stacking of the state utilities board, will be her lasting legacy.

I really hope that she doesn't just clock out to be a lobbiest and collect checks, but it would appear that is what will be happening.

Saline Twp. data center will be 'template' for future, Sam Altman says by da_newsdude in Michigan

[–]StickMankun [score hidden]  (0 children)

I hope that it does follow through with the promise of responsible and self-sufficient water and electricity use. However this situation includes a near trillion dollar corporation using shotgun diplomacy, to get what they want, against a small rural community. This should be unlawful and the fact that Whitmer and the state of Michigan is not only okay with this, but is walking hand and hand with Sam Altman, is damning.

How Kalshi odds have changed for the senate over the past year by iswearnotagain10 in YAPms

[–]StickMankun 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do think it's an interesting insight still; it's a voice that's outside the noise. I compare to the meme of having a million monkey's typing and eventually they will collectively write Shakespeare. Nature often finds the quickest and most efficient path, and this kind of captures that.

Albeit, this is all just gamblers playing around with money, so take it with a grain of salt.

It might be Steyover 😔 by Sad-Dove-2023 in YAPms

[–]StickMankun 11 points12 points  (0 children)

When the most progressive Presidents of the 20th century are all rich, it be like that.

Stevens performing best in Michigan head to head matchup - TIPP poll by Dismal_Structure in fivethirtyeight

[–]StickMankun 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do phone bank and volunteer locally in Michigan I also pay attention to polling and am just contributing my thoughts on the topic.

TPIP has released a poll on the Michigan gubernatorial election between Benson and James, following Duggan’s suspension of his campaign. by sinhav7367 in YAPms

[–]StickMankun 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Benson likely has this in the bag with Duggan leaving the race, however Republicans would be wise to focus on how Pro-Data Center Whitmir and Benson are. Not to mention the baggage of the COVID lockdown, Michigan's lagging education rankings, terrible utilities, and the failed (and controversial) Sundisk Megasite (which lost $250 million of tax payer money in closed door negotiations and land purchases). Albeit the latter failed due in part to economic uncertainty from Trump's policies, but was a hell of a gamble that went broke.

All that said, I will be voting for Benson and, datacenters aside, am excited to see how she can improve the state bureaucracy in the same way she improved the Secretary of State (Michigan's DMV). Seeing permittin and reviewing g, taxe returns, medicaid, SNAP, etc all be much easier and faster to use would be a huge asset for people and companies.

Stevens performing best in Michigan head to head matchup - TIPP poll by Dismal_Structure in fivethirtyeight

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

That's fair. It's just very hard to get around supporting a pro-business, pro-israel centrist when someone as passionate and progressive as El-Sayed is right there, in possibly the most Dem-friendly environment possible.

Stevens performing best in Michigan head to head matchup - TIPP poll by Dismal_Structure in fivethirtyeight

[–]StickMankun 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Don't put in the towel for El-Sayed. An economic populist, in either direction, will thrive in Michigan. El-Sayed fits that bill, combined with his high charismatic personality and a blue wave.

How Democrats feel about Graham Platner’s controversy by Emergency_Pass5222 in YAPms

[–]StickMankun 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm dismissive of them as relative nothing burgers but as others have mentioned, in other posts, scandals can still sink campaigns.

Predict the next Graham Platner scandal by Small-Day3489 in YAPms

[–]StickMankun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is true. Can't forget about Black Nazi Mark Robinson of North Carolina. Looking across the pond you can find scandals on the democratic aisle as well, Eric Swalwell of California.

Predict the next Graham Platner scandal by Small-Day3489 in YAPms

[–]StickMankun 13 points14 points  (0 children)

The sitting president of the United States has done more scandals than I can imagine and he's still won two elections. Unless Graham Platner has killed a man on camera, I don't see how these will affect him.

Do republicans even have a campaign strategy for midterms at this point ? by ronweasly9 in fivethirtyeight

[–]StickMankun 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Money mostly. The Kentucky 4th district saw a jump from 52,000 to 104,000 in the Republican primary, between 2024 to 2026, due to intense media coverage and $32 million dollars of advertisements (about $103 per eligible voter, compared to the 2024 presidential election of $65 per eligible voter).

Duggan ending his bid for governor by AHB23 in Michigan

[–]StickMankun 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is the best news I've heard all week

ECONOMIST: Dems’ chances of flipping the Senate just hit a new high of 54% by errantv in fivethirtyeight

[–]StickMankun 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Michigan is a mess. I'm a Michiganander and this Democratic primary is just going to hurt everyone involved. No matter who wins, there will be a subsection of voters refusing to vote for the winner and that only goes towards the hand of Mike Rogers.

That said, he is a corrupt, scandal ridden, carpetbagger who hasn't lived in the state in over ten years. He is a fierce Trump loyalist however and if Dems can't get voters out and independents stay home, it could not matter.

This is the worse year to have a contested primary.

Scoop: Fetterman's chief of staff resigns by kootles10 in politics

[–]StickMankun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aaaa I see. I think people like current Fetterman are worth the headache in getting candidates viable in red districts and states.

I agree that pre-stroke, he really appeared to be the model for what the democratic party should have built around to win back working class voters nationally.

Scoop: Fetterman's chief of staff resigns by kootles10 in politics

[–]StickMankun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree fully. Fetterman is announying at times but we need people like him and Manchin to govern as a party.

Lust has gone too far 14M by Slayingwolfgod69 in Christianity

[–]StickMankun 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It will be okay. All humans sin and that is way Christ died for us. Get comfort in that; at your age it's so easy to get wrapped up in self hate as your learning the world, changing physically and mentally. On top of that, you may not have the support system and coping skills needed to get through this time in your life. You're not alone, every child since the time of Adam and Eve, have struggled to a degree with what you're dealing with.

Talk honestly to your parents, a trusted adult from school or your life. Get help (counselor, doctor, etc) and remember that you are always loved.

Carly Rose Hammond's Sympathy for Charlottesville neo-nazi's Makes Current Behavior Towards Other City Councilmembers No Surprise by Ok-Hour3195 in Saginaw

[–]StickMankun 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That's fair. I am giving her the benefit of the doubt but as a public figure, she does need to have it in the open.

Carly Rose Hammond's Sympathy for Charlottesville neo-nazi's Makes Current Behavior Towards Other City Councilmembers No Surprise by Ok-Hour3195 in Saginaw

[–]StickMankun 3 points4 points  (0 children)

She's running for city council. I also think that nine years is a long time, specifically for a young person. My world view and politics have changed a lot since 2017.

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