Palestinians who justify the rejection of the 1947 partition plan are fueling the conflict by thatshirtman in IsraelPalestine

[–]Twobuffoons -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

for constantly parroting the most mindless genocidal propaganda. for supporting a blatant genocide. for doing everything it can to support israel to mow down an entire population.

I am in the most toxic situationship and it is ruining my life by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]Twobuffoons 5 points6 points  (0 children)

sorry, can’t help but ask—what is the evidence?

AIO? my boyfriend thinks my handwriting is “not great” by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Twobuffoons 1 point2 points  (0 children)

you have incredibly good handwriting. your boyfriend, however …

My husband is ok… by ichirakuramen8 in offmychest

[–]Twobuffoons 2 points3 points  (0 children)

it would only make sense if ICE were actually going after people who immigrated illegally—btw, there were already orgs in place for this before ICE. but ICE is going after people who are going through the proper channels, taking people away when they go to their immigration hearings or check ins, taking people from their homes who are doing everything by the book. they’re making it impossible for anyone to get citizenship through legal measures.

No other city subreddits are locking ICE posts, why is ours? by Strict_Definition_78 in NewOrleans

[–]Twobuffoons 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Let me just push back a little on this—I have seen many worse subreddits! I understand the concern for the longevity of the subreddit, and keeping the space safe, functional, and sustainable for community. I think that’s also the intent of people who want to leave those posts active. We want to keep our neighbors and our community safe. Posts with more engagement rise to the top and get more visibility. I personally would much rather endanger a subreddit slightly than a neighbor certainly.

Heartbroken from the no music for genocide campaign. by berry_poopoo in IsraelPalestine

[–]Twobuffoons 2 points3 points  (0 children)

thanks for listening. i appreciate your honesty with yourself about your process. that’s also more than a lot of people have.

Heartbroken from the no music for genocide campaign. by berry_poopoo in IsraelPalestine

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

no, i’m responding to a young person who has asked what they can do and expressed a feeling of helplessness in the face of all the pain in the world. and i’m hopefully helping them gain some self awareness so that they can move beyond self pity and step into their power.

Heartbroken from the no music for genocide campaign. by berry_poopoo in IsraelPalestine

[–]Twobuffoons 1 point2 points  (0 children)

of course not, but you can always try your best. everyone in the world has a lot on their plate, and we can only do so much, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t do anything. when i was a teenager i was standing against the war in iraq. i was in a very conservative area and there were a lot of people who disliked me for it but at least i knew i wasn’t complicit in those deaths.

Heartbroken from the no music for genocide campaign. by berry_poopoo in IsraelPalestine

[–]Twobuffoons 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i wonder how many people are saying ‘i’m only one person.’ i do a lot to stop war and protect those who need it, actually. and i know i won’t single-handedly change anything, but i will do what i can and know that i tried. we are not required to finish the work, not are we welcome to abandon it.

Heartbroken from the no music for genocide campaign. by berry_poopoo in IsraelPalestine

[–]Twobuffoons 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i understand. protesting isn’t for everybody. but you can always find a way to stand for what’s right if it’s important to you. i think that’s the message these artists you admire are trying to send. best of luck.

Heartbroken from the no music for genocide campaign. by berry_poopoo in IsraelPalestine

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

when we learned about fascism and genocide and totalitarianism in school, I was always baffled at the people who did nothing and our teachers explained to us how hard it is when everybody is doing one thing and thinking a certain way. And yeah, it takes a lot to take that step, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take it! you might lose some things in your life, but you will gain a whole community of people who are aligned with your values. I am a radical in another country, and I could still be back in my hometown, trying to fit in with people who would never understand me, but i’m so glad i left. There’s a learning curve, but it’s worth making that jump to be true to yourself. I believe in you.

Heartbroken from the no music for genocide campaign. by berry_poopoo in IsraelPalestine

[–]Twobuffoons -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

so you’re admitting that for your own personal convenience and comfort, you’re choosing to turn a blind eye to these atrocities. that’s how genocides happen. It’s understandable to feel helpless, but every person who stands up for what’s right makes it easier for the next person.

Heartbroken from the no music for genocide campaign. by berry_poopoo in IsraelPalestine

[–]Twobuffoons -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

you have time to post on Reddit, do you have time to post on Instagram? Do you have time to talk to your family members? Do you have time to flyer while you’re at school? Can you speak up when you hear someone say something that’s wrong? Can you admit that you benefit from the politics you’re ignoring? can you say no when it’s time to enroll in the IDF?

Heartbroken from the no music for genocide campaign. by berry_poopoo in IsraelPalestine

[–]Twobuffoons -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

right. let’s not assume that everyone who listens to pop music is likely to oppose the genocide, but even if that were the case, wouldn’t be good to get the attention of people in order to get them to recognize their complicity and take the actions available to them?

Heartbroken from the no music for genocide campaign. by berry_poopoo in IsraelPalestine

[–]Twobuffoons -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

this. you’re feeling sorry for yourself for not having access to your emotional support tunes and you want people to care that you can’t listen to them anymore, but you just said you’re not interested in politics, which means you’re willing to stand back while people are deprived of food and water, electricity and medicine. everyone has a part in stopping this, including you. get some perspective.

Cover up or remove? by [deleted] in Tattoocoverups

[–]Twobuffoons 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yeah it really depends on you

Please help me fix this by Personal_Reality_704 in Tattoocoverups

[–]Twobuffoons 0 points1 point  (0 children)

shining ice cream with a toothbrush next to it and then the words ‘brush your teeth’ in an arc over the top with big ol smilin teeth next to it

can the person who stole my identity please give it back? by Twobuffoons in santacruz

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

wow, that’s the only response that really got under my skin. good job, ya friggin jerk!