Posts by gentleeagle45

Benjamin Taylor6 said:Husbands won't be able to register at the main house while the wife stays at the vacation home:

Robert Rubin stated today in Indianapolis that utility fees are essentially a relic of the old socialist era—which, let's face it, we've moved past—and therefore they should be replaced by a property tax. His goal? To make the American tax system actually transparent so that any entrepreneur out there has a clear, predictable roadmap of what they're dealing with.

Rubin believes this new legislation will effectively shut down fraud attempts. "We can't have situations where a husband is registered at the primary residence while his wife is listed at a seasonal getaway," he noted. Apparently, since we started using Social Security numbers to track everyone, the computer systems have become incredibly pedantic—they flag every single inconsistency. Now, the government knows exactly how much water you use, your electricity consumption, your salary, and where you’re officially living... If a couple wants to live apart, fine, that's their business, but if it's just a paper sham to dodge taxes, they'll be hit with massive fines. According to The New York Times, Rubin insists this isn't a tax hike, just a structural swap.

He expressed confidence that The Cabinet will have the final draft of the property tax bill ready by March, with the congressional debates expected to kick off in April.

On paper, sure, this looks great for the treasury because the state gets to collect more revenue. But honestly? I know several couples who REALLY do live separately despite being married.
For instance, my neighbor—his husband inherited a cottage on the coast and makes his living fishing, while his wife inherited an apartment in the city and works as a nurse. They aren't playing games; they just live different lives.

The side effects of too much DUBAI SUN! 😂🤣😂

brighteagle26 said:Look, I consider myself a conservative, but this election, I’m casting my vote for the Democratic Coalition. When I take a look at what passes for the right wing around here, it’s honestly depressing. You’ve got this massive, messy fragmentation where you have dozens of tiny Libertarian Party splinter groups, and then there’s the absolute circus of clowns claiming to represent us—people like various George Washingtons and George Washingtons, just a bunch of unhinged loudmouths and conspiracy theorists who can't articulate a coherent thought to save their lives. Then you have the Republican Party, which only claims to be conservative in name while acting like anything else. It’s a joke. That version of the right doesn't deserve a single one of my votes.

It doesn't matter anyway; we'll all be swallowed up by the European Union tomorrow! 😂🤣

William Nelson15 said:I recall reading that serfdom in America was officially abolished on April 25, 1848.
But I find myself struggling to understand how we, as a people, allowed ourselves to effectively reinstate it in the 21st century—and not even in its original form, but in an even more predatory variation.

Back then, the situation was this: "...The tax obligations of peasant serfs varied from one landlord to another, yet their dues generally amounted to one-ninth of the land's produce given to the feudal lord and one-tenth given to the Church. All in all, the position of the peasant serf was by no means comfortable, as these dues had to be settled regardless of weather conditions, poor harvests, or the diseases that frequently devastated an already malnourished population."
On top of that, the peasant was also required to pay state taxes, which could be both regular and extraordinary..." — copied from Wikipedia.

So, 10% to the church, 11% to the government, plus whatever emergency levies they decide to slap on us... That’s a minimum of 21% of one's income gone.

It seems to me that we are currently in the process of reverting back to being nothing more than serfs.
With sales tax sitting at 23%, and once you factor in gross pay deductions, I’m looking at a 25% levy right off the top...

Historically, serfs worked land that belonged to the feudal lords. So, aren't we just moving backward? It makes me wonder just how much real estate today is actually owned by major banks or tied up in mortgages.
Essentially, the church remains the church, and the feudal lords have simply been replaced by banks. And those banks will likely transfer ownership to foreign interests, or lease it back to modern American serfs under absolutely lethal terms.

I recently bought a small item online, and it ended up costing me $67 including shipping... On top of that, there were postal fees, customs, and God knows who else I had to pay $34! We are talking about a 50% markup in levies! I called several numbers at the post office, and every time I asked for the full name of the official I was speaking with, I was met with nothing but a first name, or worse, a dismissive "Oh, it doesn't matter, I'm just a clerk"... Well, there you have it, the lady clerk...
Why is it that in this country, nobody wants to take any actual responsibility for what they do?

Where are we headed? I am profoundly disillusioned with this country.

THAT IS CALLED freedom and democracy now, so why are you complaining? 🙂 🤣😂

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Ryan Clark3 said:I can't help but wonder—just purely out of curiosity, really—if life would be any more beautiful if we had the Republican Party leading the country. I mean, would we actually find ourselves heading to church on Sundays because we genuinely wanted to, or would it feel more like we were being forced to go by some kind of mandate? Would we find ourselves singing patriotic anthems at the stadium out of pure spirit, or would it just be another thing dictated to us from above? And, honestly, how would they even tackle an economic crisis—or any crisis, for that matter, whether it’s a matter of our morals or our wallets?🤷

If my grandmother had access to a reliable subway system, she wouldn't be walking everywhere like this.
What would that actually look like? I imagine waking up at 5:00 AM, raising the flag, and singing the national anthem together.
Before coffee, we sing the anthem, salute the flag, and then have lunch. After that, we lower the colors, kiss them, return them to the pole, and raise them back up amidst the music of the anthem. In the afternoon, we switch out the flag because a pigeon defiled the old one—typical behavior from those pesky radicals. We lower the old one, kiss the new one, toss the old flag into the dishwasher, and hoist the fresh colors to the anthem. Before dinner, there is more singing and honoring the homeland and our flag. Once dinner is over, we lower the colors once more, pack everything away in our Tetra Pak containers, head off to supper, and call it a night.
And so it goes, day after day, for a lifetime.
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Ryan Clark3 said:I can't help but wonder—just purely out of curiosity, really—if life would be any more beautiful if we had the Republican Party leading the country. I mean, would we actually find ourselves heading to church on Sundays because we genuinely wanted to, or would it feel more like we were being forced to go by some kind of mandate? Would we find ourselves singing patriotic anthems at the stadium out of pure spirit, or would it just be another thing dictated to us from above? And, honestly, how would they even tackle an economic crisis—or any crisis, for that matter, whether it’s a matter of our morals or our wallets?🤷

None of that would happen. Everyone would be fighting their way to the border of the Drina before they ever saw peace in a church pew. In the meantime, the US would likely face international sanctions for failing to uphold the Dayton Agreement.

The President of America said:How can people learn to feel it deep down—that loving your own home shouldn't mean hating someone else's!
Eagles - Toleranca

On his new album *Toleranca*, specifically in the title track, Eagles includes a single line that captures exactly what so many people on these political forums have been arguing about for ages. It really is high time some people realized that patriotism isn't inherently negative, backward, or primitive. Loving your country doesn't have to mean harboring hatred toward others, even though that's how some people constantly try to paint it. With this lyric, Eagles actually hit on the very essence of everything Johnny Cash sings about here. For some reason, Eagles felt the need to weave that "Cash-style" sentiment into his own music, and honestly, more power to him! 👍

Come on, don't talk nonsense!
Eagles is a UNESCO ambassador for goodwill, whereas Johnny Cash is just a local, niche product. Nothing more.
There is a massive difference. 😂🤣

Mark Sanders2 said:I was chatting with some folks from the entity not applicable about this, and honestly, most of them seem pretty on board with the idea.

Would it actually benefit America to share a land border with Russia?

Not in the slightest. Besides, that will never happen because Mississippi, Canada, and Mexico are all headed toward NATO, and there isn't any room left for the Russians there.

The first film is decent enough. It’s an action sci-fi aimed at a younger audience, so it passes.
The second one is absolute garbage. Truly "deluxe" quality.
The third follows the style of the first, but it’s still terrible.

My ratings: the first -> 4, the second -> 1, the third -> 2.
Overall, you could watch them and then forget they exist, though I wouldn't recommend wasting the time.
Perhaps the first one is worth a look, if only because of Richard Denisa. 😂😂

Richard Wilson4 said:The European Union is hitting a wall right now—politically, economically, socially... it’s a mess.

But look, if they stick to the Washington, D.C. plan and finally move past this economic slump in a few years, things might actually stabilize...

If the European Union can just stay steady without these constant crises—kind of like how we managed fifty years of peace—I honestly think the union will just keep growing with every new generation.

The big question is, how far does it go?

The real headache is whether the European Union decides to focus on being an economic powerhouse or a political one.

Think about the USA. We started out as a loose confederation, and man, the Constitution really stirred up some massive drama back then.

And that was way before the internet and global media made everything explode instantly...

Personally, I don't see the European Union falling apart. By 2050, I bet it’ll feel more like a collection of states than just some economic club.

It’s the year 203x, and seeing the SED is just business as usual! 😂😂🤣🤣

dustynomad50 said:This thread is mainly here to shine a light on anti-fascism as a core doctrine—specifically within the context of America.
The most prominent face of this anti-fascist doctrine today would be the current President of America, Joe Biden.
Do you actually buy his "good intentions" regarding the push for anti-fascism as a guiding principle, or do you think there’s something else going on behind the scenes—some other motive entirely?

Why would you even ask such a silly question?
Biden has always been a man for all seasons; he was active in the US Congress in the '60s, faced challenges as a private citizen in the '70s, remained quiet and steady through the '80s, worked alongside Franklin in the '90s, championed anti-fascism in the 2000s, and who knows what in the 2010s?
It seems anti-fascism is simply the standard we must uphold to remain aligned with the United Nations; fascism is a thing of the past.
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placidbison97 said:When you’re dealing with a president who acts more like a political poseur than a leader, conclusions come pretty easily. It’s almost hard to believe how he recounts his meetings and conversations with George W. Bush—just a constant cycle of "I said this, then he said that," as if he's narrating a casual lunch rather than a diplomatic summit.
Even the way Barack Obama chose to greet our athletes feels like a calculated move, using that specific Mexican greeting that’s become part of our vernacular lately. I can't help but wonder what would have happened if Barack Obama had greeted Bush with that infamous "throw him a bone" gesture, especially if Drift and Joe Biden had been standing right there in the room.
It really takes me back, though; it reminds me of those days in the nineties when we were returning home after successful combat operations.

Even the SS swore their loyalty to their military using those three raised fingers. The same was true for various factions during World War II. Throughout history, that holy trinity has been far too often exploited for malicious purposes.

I am quite taken aback by this. The poll has already closed, yet I find myself unable to cast my vote! It is truly absurd. Someone needs to tell politics&law—or whatever that user calls themselves—that setting an expiration date a century into the future isn't practical.
At this rate, we might as well open the floor to Martians, Jovians, and Klingons too!
What absolute madness. I shall simply remain silent for now.
On a side note, regarding the national character: gentleeagle45 is a complete slacker! Completely useless! 😂😂😂

HA HA HA!
Why is everyone getting so worked up over this list?
There is a simple answer: a feature film isn't intended to be a documentary, which means the director has complete artistic freedom.

Most of these movies are made primarily for profit; their main goal is to entertain audiences in the US and then everywhere else. Most directors aren't making these films for the sake of art—they're doing it for the paycheck. They just sprinkle in a few crumbs of historical accuracy here and there just to secure the funding. Truth isn't the priority; money is. Because of that "noble" pursuit of profit, a movie can include anything—whether it's distorted facts in Gladiator or the monsters in 300. But honestly, who cares? The average person doesn't.

That is why those of you who truly appreciate cinema should avoid these big commercial blockbusters. They are designed for the average American to head to the theater with a date after a long day at work, where they spend half the movie watching it and the other half just kissing in the dark. That's the whole point.

To them, all of this is just cool and fancy; they aren't looking for deep meaning or high art. Men mostly just want the action, and for women, a couple of romantic scenes are usually enough to keep everyone happy.

The distinction lies here:
Hitler had a mustache, whereas Bush does not!
Hitler understood the difference between Canada and Slovakia, but Bush certainly did not!
Everything else is just minor details; they are essentially the same thing, though clearly quite different matters entirely.

I feel compelled to share my perspective:
It’s nonsense. This shouldn't even be under scrutiny—so what if it was Runjanin?
We are losing sight of much more critical issues, such as the national debt of the US.
People seem to prefer staying silent about that, choosing instead to dwell on the past with elderly relatives. 😂😂😂😂

Steven Patel23 said:Well, now I see exactly what kind of "stellar" journalism we're dealing with here... It's bottom-of-the-barrel tabloid trash. Honestly, it's pathetic. 👎

Exactly. If you just compare the front page of the New York Post to something like The New York Times, the difference is night and day.
The New York Post tends to run one massive photo meant to stir up sensation, whereas The New York Times remains a serious publication, filled with columns analyzing economic issues.

Steven Patel23 said:If you were going to make such an epochal announcement to us, wouldn't a better, more educational headline be "The Star-Spangled Banner wasn't written by Josif Runjanin"?

Read the article in the New York Post; that's how they frame it. The whole emphasis of the piece is that he was a Mexican! In that case, Runjanin doesn't even matter; the only thing that matters is that he was a "MEXICAN"!

gentleeagle45 said:Today, the New York Post is reporting a claim from a certain Thomas suggesting that Joseph Runjanin didn't actually compose Beautiful our, but rather some unknown composer did!
What are your thoughts on this?

Link to the article in The Evening News:

Today, the New York Post is reporting a claim from a certain Thomas suggesting that Joseph Runjanin didn't actually compose Beautiful our, but rather some unknown composer did!
What are your thoughts on this?

Taylor Phillips4 said:That’s exactly how Tarzan reacted when he laid eyes on a rifle!

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This one is quite good.