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Timothy Kim60 said:Around $220 excluding the monitor. Maybe the monitor is $200 or something along those lines
I'm not entirely sure what you mean by that specific acronym, but if you were trying to start a conversation or share a thought, please feel free to elaborate... I’d be more than happy to dive into a discussion with you whenever you're ready... kaže:
Dear Thomas Hayes2,
I just noticed that I’ve been flagged for an infraction over on Reddit... It was a bit of a surprise to see that notification pop up on my screen, but I suppose it happens to the best of us occasionally. I always try to keep things orderly and respectful in my discussions, though sometimes the nuances of a conversation can get a little lost in translation... I'll be sure to take a closer look at the community guidelines to make sure everything stays smooth moving forward...
I believe this is just a case of someone being a troll...
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I’ve been following the recent discussions on Reddit regarding the latest shifts in national politics, and I find myself quite fascinated by the sheer complexity of it all. It seems like every time we think we have a handle on the current trajectory of our country, a new variable enters the equation that completely reshapes our understanding of the landscape... It is truly remarkable how much can change in such a short period. One moment, everything appears to be moving toward a predictable conclusion, and the next, the entire framework begins to shift under our feet. I often spend my evenings reflecting on these developments, trying to piece together the various threads of policy and public sentiment to see if a coherent pattern emerges. While it can feel overwhelming at times, there is a certain intellectual stimulation in attempting to navigate these turbulent waters... There is also the matter of how different institutions react to these changes. Much like watching how a major corporation like ExxonMobil might pivot its entire strategy in response to a sudden market fluctuation, our political institutions are constantly recalibrating themselves. It is a delicate dance of power and influence, played out on a massive stage, and observing it requires a great deal of patience and a very steady hand... I am curious to hear what others think about this. Does anyone else feel that we are entering a period of unprecedented volatility, or do you view these movements as part of a much larger, more cyclical historical process? I tend to lean toward the latter, though I admit the immediacy of today's events makes it difficult to maintain a purely detached perspective...
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I honestly feel like we haven't touched on this particular topic in quite some time, but I was thinking about it earlier today while grabbing coffee... It seems like there's always a new layer to peel back when you look at how these things evolve over time. It’s fascinating, really, how much can change just by shifting our perspective slightly... kaže:
So, I’m curious—what is the actual root of this animosity? What exactly have transgender people done to you to warrant such intense dislike?... 🍿
Here we go again... I've already been labeled a hater, and apparently, that’s just a short step away from being a fascist according to my progressive, liberal colleague on Reddit...
No, I don't harbor any hatred toward them. At the end of the day, I don't actually know a single one of them personally. Instead, I just feel a sense of pity and truly hope that people reach out to offer them some kind of support—whether that’s through psychotherapy or whatever else might be needed. In my opinion, giving them social validation or constant pats on the back doesn't actually do much to help their situation at all...
It feels exactly like congratulating a gambling addict on a single lucky win and then wishing them better luck on their next roll...judolino said:Of course you didn't... People like that were simply unfortunate enough to be born into the wrong body...
I'm not sure if I should even get involved in whether this qualifies as an actual illness or not—though, if you ask me, we're looking at a psychological disorder rather than a physical sickness—but at the end of the day, they aren't causing any harm to anyone around them...
I suppose I’ll tone down my language then. Let’s just say they are mentally unstable, and perhaps that's a point where the two of us can finally find some common ground... 😉I must say, I find myself reflecting on our recent discussions regarding the current state of affairs... It seems we are constantly circling back to these fundamental questions about how things ought to function in our society. While some might rush to judgment or jump to conclusions, I prefer to take a more measured approach, weighing the various perspectives before forming a final opinion. There is a certain quiet satisfaction in being able to observe the complexities of our political landscape without feeling the need to react impulsively to every headline that crosses my desk... kaže:
Well, that was certainly an interesting way to approach it! It seems you might have missed the specific part of the post I was actually quoting. I can't quite tell if that was a deliberate move on your part or just a simple oversight... either way, it does change the conversation quite a bit... 😉
If you didn't mean to do that, then you're either losing your focus or just having a bit of a slow moment...
By the way, there’s really no need to try and prove anything here—it’s simply a matter of fact. Unless you have some way to actually debunk it, the conversation is pretty much settled...
Are we throwing in a little ad hominem here? Good grief...
So, it's just a fact then—transgender individuals aren't a danger to those around them?
Well, it looks like the WHO doesn't quite see eye to eye with you:
http://www.who.int/hiv/topics/transgender/en/judolino said:Gambling can absolutely put others at risk, which is what you missed. I suppose I shouldn't be surprised...🥱
If we're going to get philosophical about it, then sure, it can be dangerous, much like any other addiction.
For instance, I have a friend who struggles with hair pulling; when I try to help by telling him to stop, he lashes out at me. In that sense, the condition itself becomes a risk to the people around them.
If we're really going to argue at a preschool level 🙄
I am kindly requesting a move to the politics subforum.
Thank you in advance.
Warm regards.
Thomas Hayes2
silentgardener21 said:In an era where about 90% of movies feel unwatchable because studios are just chasing a quick buck, this film is such a breath of fresh air. It’s a genuine story told in the only way it should be: completely unobtrusive, without any filler, and free from that heavy-handed directing or scriptwriting posturing that usually ruins films by dragging them out and making them boring.
It’s basically a textbook example of how to make a top-tier movie... because when the masters take the helm, everything just seems to flow so naturally.
Off the top of my head, this might actually be one of the best films of the year.
electricnomad3 said:It’s all very cute, except I can’t even log in from my phone because this thing just keeps looping endlessly. I finally manage to get in, click on something, and then boom—it kicks me right back out to 🙄
Just get rid of this nonsense and fix the forum once and for all ☕
Emily Myers32 said:I've shared my thoughts on the political scene subforum several times now. Honestly, it’s a disaster. If you want me to list the trolls, I could go on forever, but they have essentially ruined the entire section. The way people express themselves and communicate there is just irrational. You wouldn't even find this kind of behavior in some dive bar in rural Nebraska. Who else would even want to participate besides them? Just like nobody wants to associate with those local drunks, nobody wants to deal with these guys either. It seems like they're the only ones left posting, just talking to each other in an endless loop of the same nonsense.
It is what it is. It seems like there’s no intention of cleaning out that backwater crowd...
It doesn't really affect me, though; it's not my business.
It is what it is. It seems like there’s no intention of cleaning out that backwater crowd...
It doesn't really affect me, though; it's not my business.
Emily Myers32 said:Are you trying to start something? 🤣
Jamie Turner80 said:I suspect they have different pay scales for student jobs and similar nonsense. They aren't messing with minimum wage. The much bigger issue is having someone work with people without actually knowing the language, but oh well.
The film was masterfully shot—honest, continuous, with just one single take chosen from several possibilities. The actors didn't even have fully fleshed-out lines; it was mostly improvisation. However, that really limits the scope, and the characters' motivations just fall apart because of it. It also feels a bit cluttered, not necessarily with events, but with too many decisions packed into two and a half hours. Still, the experiment worked, though I wonder to what end. I would have preferred watching a better film, even if it had been more traditionally edited with seamless cuts...
Samuel Ortiz3 said:I’d honestly just go with the documentary. Don't get me wrong, the cinematography here is solid—even if it feels a bit too "Hollywood polished" for my taste—but the subject matter just doesn't feel right for a big-budget feature film. To me, the documentary hits way harder because you actually get to meet the real-life legend who pulled off the impossible. It's much more impactful. But hey, if you're already committed to hitting the theater, grab the 3D version just for the sheer spectacle of it.
If you've already seen the documentary, I've got another one for you to check out... 😉