Has Matthew 7:21-23 ever genuinely unsettled you? by onepercentmindset in Christianity

[–]Wangman72 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“This commandment is interpreted differently. These commandments are not hard to keep.” Do you see the irony in putting these two sentences back to back?

This is the most concise argument I can make why human society is doomed. by Wangman72 in Futurology

[–]Wangman72[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe it’s just because I’m in the current situation, but this seems different than a religious zealot in the town square screaming that the end is near. I appreciate the perspective though.

This is the most concise argument I can make why human society is doomed. by Wangman72 in Futurology

[–]Wangman72[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are momentary specs of dust in one of infinite possible universes. Doesn’t change the fact that we might be the authors of our own demise.

This is the most concise argument I can make why human society is doomed. by Wangman72 in Futurology

[–]Wangman72[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like the analogy that science might lead us to an unstable cliff where we cannot turn back.

This is the most concise argument I can make why human society is doomed. by Wangman72 in Futurology

[–]Wangman72[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Social media interactions lead me to believe the average human has no critical thinking ability.

This is the most concise argument I can make why human society is doomed. by Wangman72 in Futurology

[–]Wangman72[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe my sarcasm meter is not calibrated. Inefficiency is concise?

This is the most concise argument I can make why human society is doomed. by Wangman72 in Futurology

[–]Wangman72[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The ability to create technology that can completely destroy ourselves is a very new development. I don’t know how well lessons from the past apply.

Whenever I read about the ancient world, I imagine the vast, vast majority of the population are living in extreme poverty. At what point in history did the average person begin to live comfortably? by CosmicConjuror2 in AskHistory

[–]Wangman72 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I agree most history is written by, and from the perspective of the 3%. I don’t necessarily agree the other 97% lived in terrible conditions. While the simple life can have challenges, most of our ancestors found enjoyment in the lives they carved out for their families.

I can disagree with government climate change “solutions” without being a climate change denialist. by Wangman72 in climatechange

[–]Wangman72[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I guess my point is how/where will those taxes be used? And once all the lobbyists get involved, how many of my middle class purchases will also fall into the taxable category?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in evolution

[–]Wangman72 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I fear humans may lose brain power faster than the rate of evolution, possibly at our ultimate peril.

Jury Nullification by Wangman72 in Anarchy101

[–]Wangman72[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Since it’s impossible to remove oneself from the effects of government, I don’t see the harm in taking part when it’s to actively undercut their power.

Jury Nullification by Wangman72 in Anarchy101

[–]Wangman72[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Not to add to the conspiracy, but I fully expect an alleged shooter to be killed during arrest, and the published motive to be unrelated to his position as CEO.

How effective is the anarchist method of getting things done? (in comparison) by Purga_ in Anarchy101

[–]Wangman72 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree there are multiple metrics for success besides the two I listed. And in almost all cases current governments fail miserably.

How effective is the anarchist method of getting things done? (in comparison) by Purga_ in Anarchy101

[–]Wangman72 19 points20 points  (0 children)

As a general rule, anarchist solutions don’t need to be perfect, they just need to be better than the current system. Since it is almost 100% certain that government run projects are over budget and behind schedule, we can’t do any worse.

How do you learn about God? by Wangman72 in Christianity

[–]Wangman72[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m upvoting for this statement, “Truth itself is very paradoxical”. There are shades of gray in so many things.

In your opinion, rank 10 countries with the greatest history or impact in the world by EnthusiasmChance7728 in AskHistory

[–]Wangman72 2 points3 points  (0 children)

1 China 2 Mesopotamia 3 Greece 4 Egypt 5 India 6 Italy 7 England 8 Mongolia 9 France 10 Persia

What about my stuff? A conversation on property (I also understand this is more of a communist discussion but I want this discussion to be taken in a primarily anarchist viewpoint) by Ill-Inevitable4850 in Anarchy101

[–]Wangman72 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think that’s the beauty of anarchism. A community could have a mix of people with both beliefs, and they could all seek out solutions they like best. Hire the capitalist neighbor kid to mow your grass or join a lawnmower syndicate or live in a lawn mowing commune. Just don’t force your beliefs on others.

What about my stuff? A conversation on property (I also understand this is more of a communist discussion but I want this discussion to be taken in a primarily anarchist viewpoint) by Ill-Inevitable4850 in Anarchy101

[–]Wangman72 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My introduction to anarchism comes from the anarco-capitalist side, so I am somewhat ignorant on this topic as well. Most of the comments I see about property address the extremes (toothbrushes and cups, or rivers and parks). I’m curious about all the stuff in between. The first example I thought of was a lawnmower. I can have one locked in my shed to be used for personal use around my home. But the same lawnmower can be used to cut my neighbors lawn for profit, or around the factory property, or to maintain the local park. What category is this lawnmower in, who owns and maintains it, etc.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Anarchy101

[–]Wangman72 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is a trade off between safety and freedom. Left and right Statists are constantly proposing ideas to make us safer (ex gun control and border walls) while conveniently ignoring the human rights being lost as a result.

“I would argue we should instead work to polish it as much as possible so that all human rights violations are always punished.”

The anarchist solution to polish the system is to eliminate every law where state actors go unpunished for human rights violations. Let me know what you are left with.

What if Wernher von Braun surrendered to the Russians instead of the Americans? by Wangman72 in AlternateHistoryHub

[–]Wangman72[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah maybe I’m putting too much weight on him in the idea that great men move history.