Forget it. There’s zero profit to be made here, even for people who actually own land. So, for anyone without property? Forget about it. Being a Family Farm doesn't change anything... there's just no money in it. You might want to look for another idea...
Look, I'll set up your Family Farm for free... Now you've got an official business, but I guess you know how you're actually going to $0.33 make any money, right?
Christian Torres3 said:I swear, at some point Joe Biden must have taken a massive hit to the head or something... first it was Russia, and now it's Boras. 🤦
I mean, I’d bet anything that Biden, or any of those other politicians, haven't cared about anyone else's interests for a single second of their lives. They only care about themselves, I guess.
It would be one thing if you were just being polite at a funeral...
First it was the corporate lobbyists, then the church, then the local mayors, and now even Joe Biden is playing the sympathy card for Boras:
"This University is the heart and soul of America. And so, regardless of any controversies or personal drama, I want to thank the outgoing rector, Boras, because I’m certain he was guided by one primary instinct: the betterment of our nation."
I guess he could have clarified what he actually means by "national betterment"... Like trivializing sexual assault or handing out honorary degrees to corrupt politicians....
Sam Wright21 said:Without a doubt. I would have thrown my useless vote toward Nikki Haley. She was perhaps the only semi-palatable option in that entire collection of morons and crooks.
Bloomberg’s defining trait of arrogance was his accessibility—he handed out New York City's funds as if they were some inheritance left to him by a grandmother. And fine, that small detail doesn't matter; that was all just a facade.
I won't talk about the late guy anymore. I don't think he was a good person, even if I saw some decent sides at one point. It's kind of like your mom—basically a bad guy, but you still saw him unselfishly helping total strangers...
Nancy has the knowledge and the experience, but she's got that same selfish, crooked side too. Kind of like Bush, I guess... at least that's how it feels.
Sam Wright21 said:If we’re being honest, even the most cynical among us would agree that Bernie Sanders was a special breed of disaster. The real issue here isn't that things haven't changed; it's that Eric Adams isn't even attempting to fix the rot. He’s simply mastered the art of the lie. At this point, my only sliver of hope is that the worst-case scenario isn't actually reality: Those who deceive are the ones who pilfer.
I don't want to label the dead, I've seen his megalomania and his shitty way of governing too... It doesn't matter anymore...
Honestly, look at what people on this forum are saying. Your total turnaround from being his biggest fan to his harshest critic is pretty noticeable... I don't really care about the motives, but it stands out...
Would you have voted differently if you knew then what you know now?
Sam Wright21 said:And when exactly is Vance going to start doing his job?
It feels like he spends half the work week digging himself into a hole, only to fly off to visit family in Indianapolis—where, if memory serves, his stint running the municipal services was anything but a success.
Look, I’ve never worked for a sanitation department in my life, but even I could have steered our local Waste Management back onto the right track.
I don't know. I'm not really trying to make excuses for the establishment, but honestly, public service is just a mix of corporate cronyism and political favors. You can't even call it out because of how the laws are set up.
I used to hang around Bernie Sanders' crowd, maybe even a year before he passed. There were these local guys asking him where they could apply to be a sanitation driver... He promised everyone everything, then it just turned into a race to see who could get in with the big corporations. And now, suddenly, we're short on drivers...
Frank Martin13 said:...well, look, you're entitled to your opinion—it is the 21st century after all.👍
...I haven't "missed" the subject; I checked twice 🤔 the thread, and the "crew" is still very much part of the title.
...I'll admit my way of speaking is a bit colorful—that's just how I am—but it seems frankly absurd to spend this much energy debating "trash cans and nonsense" while everything else gets... well, swept under the rug, a calculated and sneaky attempt to "dilute" the conversation into nothingness. 🤔
...my personal philosophy is quite simple: anyone currently holding office (regardless of their political party) deserves intense political scrutiny until the public feels things are finally right.
...you bring up all these things—partisans, LGBT issues, Pyongyang—and please don't take this personally, I'm merely reflecting what's been reported in the mainstream media, BUT I dare you—or anyone else here—to try and explain one specific phenomenon 🤔 to me. Back in the era of dictators, god knows, and his "inner circle," you weren't allowed to act publicly, criticize the government, be openly LGBT, or even mention a certain local landmark... you'd end up sent straight to Alcatraz or some remote wilderness. 😲 So, how is it possible 😲 that the thread creator and most of his "crew" are out there attending various parties, celebrating the legacy and actions of that dictator and his group (as seen and reported in the news)? 🤦
...of course it's hot—especially today—and I'm certainly no lizard. 😁
..instead, let's just say, "buddy," let's skip the whiskey for now and grab a beer instead. Cheers!🙂
Yeah, everyone has a right to an opinion, more than that even. Thanks for granting me that one... I guess. For the sake of the century.
We're clearly similar. I vote for Toto—not because I like him, but because I hate the alternatives more. I'd give him a 2/3. Not happy with the job, but I was less happy with the guys before him. I grew up in Queens long before Micky knew what a subway was... and I know exactly how he used to skim off the top.
It’s just pointless when every single trash bin becomes a huge deal. This has always happened and always will. Doesn't matter if it's Bloomberg or Eric Adams.
So these current hysterics, where people lose it over 20 grams of misplaced waste, are just pathetic.
Because I remember much bigger waste management issues.
I remember Bloomberg and all his scams and lies.
Just relax, sanitation will pick it up. And those BM365 types in sanitation will eventually disappear... they never actually worked anyway.
Frank Martin13 said:As the saying goes, "you missed the whole game," but 🤔 it's sweltering today and I really don't feel like typing any more, so just go back and read my previous post to find your answers.👍
You're just throwing everything at the wall at this point... one little issue pops up and suddenly you're bringing up politics, social issues, foreign dictators, whatever... I mean, probably 90% of our leaders, from local mayors to heads of state, haven't actually done anything anyway...
Since you seem to be struggling with the heat, I won't push you to explain those random terms that have nothing to do with the topic....
Frank Martin13 said:...I'm not aligned with the Democrats, nor the Republicans, nor any of those fringe groups—none of them. 🤦 What this current administration—this little "crew"—has been doing since they took over New York City is reminiscent of those old sensationalist exposé shows on CNN; it’s like watching a staged production where the characters—you know, the usual suspects like the local activists and their cohorts—are just playing parts. 🤦 These self-proclaimed "activists" have somehow landed steering roles within the New York City government. 🤦 For most of them, their only real professional experience involves blowing—and please, try to follow me here—hundreds of millions of dollars from the federal budget 🤦 alongside various "donations" from global billionaires, which conveniently fund everything from high-end trips to luxury retreats to these performative public displays and the supposed "preservation" of historic buildings—buildings that are actually so dilapidated they practically sway whenever a breeze picks up. 🤦 I still can't get over how they acted during the aftermath of that major earthquake in NYC; this "crew" spent days banging pots and pans out of their windows at all hours of the night. It was completely tone-deaf considering the sheer panic gripping New Yorkers—especially the children—where even the slightest sound of a passing bus or a car would send everyone into a frenzy. But there they were, going BOOM, BOOM, acting like they were the only ones who felt anything. 🤦 Their immediate priorities? Endless internal debates over whether a street should be named after some obscure historical figure or another. They've slashed tax credits for families with multiple children, organized these weirdly regressive campfire-style gatherings alongside EDM festivals, and they're busy painting city benches rainbow colors. Now they want to paint crosswalks rainbow, and even design traffic lights to fit their specific aesthetic... meanwhile, New York City is drowning in trash and there aren't enough spots in daycare centers for the kids. 🤦
...Good grief, I almost brought a tear to my eye just typing this out. 😁 Though, I suppose if you're looking for a reason to disagree, you could argue that none of what I've said is true. 🤔
I'm not either, but wouldn't it have been easier to just say: "I'm just obsessed with BM365..."
Anyway, how much private sector experience do Frank Urban, the current President, the DNC leader, and all those others actually have? Combined, probably nothing.
In my neighborhood, the sanitation is fine, no issues at all. I don't credit Frank Urban or Eric Adams for it, though; some people just do the job they're paid for. Don't make a big deal out of it.
Though, back when Frank Urban was around, you could say elite sanitation crews had to scrub his street at dawn just so he wouldn't get pissed off and mess with whoever was in charge of cleaning. You know how it is when the emperor decides to go for a jog and the leaves start falling.
Rachel Allen6 said:Come on, are you people for real? Sending a fifteen-year-old girl for a brain scan just because her food tastes salty?!!?
Everyone’s palate is different, I guess. Needs vary. What feels normal to me at my house, my friend always complains isn't salty enough when she comes over for lunch.
My dad thinks nothing is ever salty enough, while my mom thinks everything is way too salty.
Maybe you missed the point. It’s not about whether the food is saltier than what others eat, but that it tastes saltier to her than it did six months ago. Usually, things like medication side effects or sinus infections dull your sense of taste or smell. This is the opposite. We can only guess at the cause. Maybe it's just psychological, or maybe she's pregnant, for all we know. That's why seeing a doctor is probably the smartest move—they can order the right tests. You don't wait until you're dying to see a doctor, and how much salt your friend likes doesn't really have anything to do with her changing sense of taste.
People just don't get it because they've been stuck in the system too long. You show up to work, and you assume the government handles the rest. These older folks think they earned their houses, vacation homes, and pensions through pure grit, but honestly? The state basically handed them those things on a silver platter because Western powers were footing the bill to meet certain geopolitical goals. The party ended, but we haven't quite sobered up yet—those same powers are still effectively paying for our cars and retirements today. Only difference is, this time, we have to pay it all back with interest. It puts any future Government in a total lose-lose spot: they'll get crucified if they try to cut pensions, but they'll get crucified for taking out more debt just to keep those same pensions afloat.
Maybe it doesn't make sense to me, or maybe it's just not scientific. But people will call you ungrounded if you suggest they should have three to five kids or just settle for a monthly pension of $333. Then, they’ll turn right around and use those same excuses—diapers, daycare, school supplies—to justify why they aren't having more children. I guess people are just absurdly hypocritical. They're also clearly confused by how much religion messes with their heads; it preaches about family values one minute, then tells you thinking about material stability is wrong the next.
It sounds basic, but it’s the truth. I guess it's just hard for anyone to flip the mental switch and actually acknowledge the economic value of passing down wealth, let alone get an entire society to do it. People are incredibly hypocritical about this; they’ll claim they want kids for all these purely sentimental reasons—love, instinct, finding purpose, blah, blah, blah—but then turn around and justify not having more kids solely based on the bottom line.
The real issue with making a pension system fair and sustainable long-term is that we're dealing with a much harder nut to crack than even the big economic powerhouses in Europe. This whole crisis just highlights how broken these systems actually are. Take France, for example—they’re staring down an 80 billion Euro deficit just to cover pensions, and their economic and demographic stats are way better than ours. None of us can really expect the economy to suddenly flip for the better, nor will we see any massive pension reforms (mostly because retirees hold so much voting power). But regardless of how much people fight change, one thing is certain: future retirees are going to have it a lot worse than people do now. Pushing back retirement ages is just a band-aid fix. We don't have enough jobs as it is, and our population shrinking back to levels seen 70 years ago—combined with a terrible age structure—is just gutting our economic potential. There’s honestly only one way out if today's thirty-year-olds want a decent retirement: having at least three kids who can help you out later. The problem is, how does an average family making $2333 a month manage to have three or more children? It's a tough question, but maybe easier than expecting a couple in their 60s to survive on a pension and help from just one kid. You shouldn't expect any miracles from the government. It basically comes down to a choice: live more modestly now so you can live somewhat normally when you're old, or live better today only to end up broke in your senior years.
There’s no way in, unless you’ve got some serious connections to slide into a hospital or a university med program. Equipment costs like $3,000 or $4,000 a pop, and all the prime spots were snatched up ages ago. When there's a bidding war, the big players just undercut everyone else to cover their costs, basically just to keep the competition from getting any traction.
Samuel Smith5 said:I don't bother with retail shelves. I sell to people who actually have an eye for quality—and trust me, this stuff is the real deal. Sure, there's no sales tax factored in and I haven't jumped through all the hoops for a formal certification, but that doesn't change the fact that the product holds up just fine.
"To make authentic, small-batch smoked sausage, you should exclusively use the premium cuts of pork." Yeah, sounds great in a cookbook, doesn't it? But reality usually tells a different story.
So, what do you think a fair price for some genuine, homemade sausage should actually be?
I saw some guy from Tyson Foods—or maybe just the biggest meat producer out there—claiming that for real, small-batch sausage to be profitable in a retail shop, it’d need to go for about $55 a pound.
Most of those ads aren't even about old-school loan sharks; they just use more subtle marketing tactics. It’s mostly credit card debt stuff like Vojtek mentioned, or those people acting as "facilitators" who are actually just selling life insurance policies. Some big banks use those policies as collateral instead of traditional guarantors. I guess it's all perfectly legal—insurance companies sell through brokers for a commission, and the bank approves your loan based on that policy. You just end up paying for both the loan and the insurance in the end.