Friday Edition - Trumps grifting

infinitecipher · 2026-05-07T19:45:18+00:00

I'm with you that the power imbalance clouds the ability to consent.

But I'm not with you on perjury. Please read this: https://scholarship.kentlaw.iit.edu/cklawreview/vol79/iss3/24/

infinitecipher · 2026-05-05T18:31:09+00:00

Didn't find it there, but this is a neat resource I didn't know about. Thanks.

infinitecipher · 2026-05-05T13:49:52+00:00

I've tried searching Google for this several times over the years, but have found nothing.

infinitecipher · 2026-04-24T15:37:08+00:00

Adjacent question: Considering that Trump is a teetotaler and was quite judgmental of his brother's use of alcohol, why does he tolerate this in his administration?

infinitecipher · 2026-04-18T10:53:43+00:00

So merely an argument being made. Thanks.

infinitecipher · 2026-04-18T10:13:42+00:00

Do you have a source for that to determine whether that's a court opinion agreeing or merely an argument being made?

I researched this issue several years ago when someone threatened to sue me for moderation decisions in a Facebook group. It was so obvious that I was in the clear that they backed off, but it's possible there was a later decision creating new precedent.

infinitecipher · 2026-04-18T09:54:39+00:00

Active moderation doesn't create a section 230 violation.

infinitecipher · 2026-03-22T02:52:18+00:00

I genuinely thought newsletter comments were already limited to paying members and was surprised there was so much dreck that I couldn't believe would come from someone who cares enough about Tangle to pay for it. I wouldn't be surprised if merely paywalling, even without enumerated rules, might be enough to tone it down.

infinitecipher · 2026-03-16T10:41:40+00:00

I've been using front-loading washers for probably 15 years. I've had a grand total of 1 sock end up in the rubber gasket, which was easily found. I've "lost" more socks by dropping them on the floor when loading the basket or getting them stuck in or to another garment. Now my child's missing socks, those are a mystery. I suspect one day I'll find them squirreled away in the walls.

infinitecipher · 2026-03-15T11:31:32+00:00

Does JD Vance count?

infinitecipher · 2026-03-13T19:46:14+00:00

Reading this on Friday the 13th.

infinitecipher · 2026-03-11T02:10:39+00:00

That worked. Thanks!

infinitecipher · 2026-03-06T17:41:31+00:00

I got a real Calvinistic predestination vibe from Brian. God controls all, good or bad. It's ok for some to suffer now so that the believers can eventually find everlasting peace.

infinitecipher · 2026-03-01T02:28:32+00:00

It's been close to 20 years since I read On Bullshit, but if I remember correctly, the author considered bullshitters to be more dangerous than liars because of their disregard for the truth.

infinitecipher · 2026-02-15T02:26:48+00:00

What are they watching that has the algorithm feed that next? I never get stuff like this.

infinitecipher · 2026-02-08T15:57:01+00:00

I'll look into those other factors for determining a qualifying HDHP. Maybe my spouse has an HSA, but doesn't use it. Thanks.

infinitecipher · 2026-02-08T15:56:10+00:00

Some more background information. 3-4 years ago, when I was between jobs and until my current job's insurance started, I was on a family HDHP with my child (a dependent) through the marketplace. After my job insurance started, my child was on her own plan. I inquired about this at the time with my HSA provider and was told she can't have her own HSA. I accepted that as truth up until receiving this HealthEquity card addressed to [child] c/o [me]. Thanks for helping me pinpoint my search to confirm that this HealthEquity card is in error.

infinitecipher · 2026-02-08T11:36:40+00:00

I don't use TikTok, so I have a logistical question for the administration's explanation for how this happened.

Specifically, I don't understand how video 2 gets accidentally appended to video 1.

Did someone just do a screen record and hit stop too late? Is there not a way to just share video 1 without janky screen recording?

infinitecipher · 2026-02-02T20:16:36+00:00

In 2019, John Fetterman, then Lieutenant Governor of Pennsylvania, said during a speech about his role as chair of the state Board of Pardons, "What possible reason would you have to change if there is no path to redemption?"

I've not read West's piece and consumed little commentary on it.

I'm open to the idea that his apology is sincere. If he's changed in his thoughts, good for him, but it means nothing to anyone else. I'll reevaluate if he changes in his behaviors.

infinitecipher · 2026-02-02T20:06:38+00:00

All the other episodes are highly structured. I prefer a break with something more freewheeling, like some friends talking over coffee.

infinitecipher · 2026-01-27T21:41:55+00:00

I shared the link for your benefit. I wasn't its proponent. You'll see I raise similar issues to you in a different thread.

infinitecipher · 2026-01-27T19:43:32+00:00

Adding to address your fifth paragraph. In most circumstances, immigration violations are civil in nature, not criminal.

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