Posts by Linda Lee4

Joseph Allen71 said:🤔 Either they haven't washed since Christmas back in 1921 and things have gotten sticky, or we should probably move this discussion over to the psychology sub-forum.

And honestly, that isn't just plain stupidity; it’s absolute idiocy. 😁

I didn't realize that politics had become such a "blessed" platform for endless rambling about the coronavirus, though looking at everything lately, I can see I haven't missed much. 🤣

So we’re just supposed to sit here and tolerate this kind of provocation, the insults, and the constant trolling...☕

Charles Fox10 said:I mean, does this actually bother you when you haven't even posted in this thread for twenty days?

The info was released because we have 27 new cases today, and back when things were really hitting the fan, we were the ones who pushed to get the entire document released through our own efforts.

If there are major protests in America, we will certainly be tracking them just like we've tracked everything else significant up to this point.
We haven't missed anything important so far, and we aren't about to start now, so don't worry about that.

Stop trolling, whether it's here or on the coronavirus pdf. This is all just politics.☕

Are you suggesting some massive crime isn't important or necessary? That's exactly why we're in this thread, explaining things, and we're still putting in the work.

An explanation might or might not satisfy you, but you received it nonetheless.

Whose shame are we talking about here? Locking down one specific thread in a single document while we have an entire document dedicated to this issue?
Are you being serious right now? Don't even try to answer me.☕

Go ahead, but please don't provide selective information regarding one single topic in one single document; try harder and give people the full picture.
Is that bolded text meant to be a threat or just poetic license?

The repercussions will manifest as a drop in Reddit traffic once more people realize how blatant this censorship is... Don't go thinking I'm making any threats of physical violence or anything of the sort.

I am all for open discussion without censorship, yet you've chosen a different path by forcing us into a sub-forum where the moderator is claiming coins are being stuck to people's bodies because they aren't clean. What are we even talking about?

Time will tell, especially as the whole world wakes up and hundreds of thousands of people take to the streets; presumably, that is why these attempts to censor free thought exist... It won't work.

Nothing much, just letting the media know about this scandal. Not everyone has been bought off yet... This is bound to have some repercussions...

By doing this, they’re essentially admitting that all those heavy topics we’ve been debating actually carry weight, considering they feel the need to censor us ☕

Samuel Turner2 said:I’m curious about the same thing—is there an actual list of banned topics out there somewhere, or what?

Just another conspiracy theory ☕

Gentlemen, I have to wonder if you actually realize the implications of what you're doing here, because by acting this way, you aren't just validating every single claim made in those threads, you are quite literally carrying out a blatant censorship of free thought right in front of us.

The headline pretty much speaks for itself, so I’ll just get straight to the point with the moderators: Is there some kind of rule against discussing a pandemic here, especially when the whole thing is clearly loaded with political implications?

I'd appreciate an answer.

Samuel Turner2 said:Just take a look at this:

The topic is perfectly suited for the sub-forum where it's posted. 👍

So, you guys are actually banning threads about the coronavirus on the Politics board now? If that isn't straight-up censorship, I don't know what is.

If I decided to start a thread titled "The political aspect of pandemics," what would even happen? I'd love for someone to give me a straight answer...

swiftotter46 said:The people who aren't being careful 🤦 are the ones who cleaned everything in sight except for the actual injection site. 🤦

And that’s our big-shot moderator during a pandemic 🤦

If that isn't a perfect example of why we absolutely need a politics section, I don't know what is. ☕

Maybe Anderlon just received a fresh payment along with a note to tighten things up on Reddit, since they're currently pushing narratives to strip away freedoms by removing negative testing options, so it’s probably best to steer anyone actually thinking for themselves toward conspiracy theories and useless chat threads... ☕

Morgan Peterson said:where people aren't getting handed silver coins on a platter, things just aren't going to work out.

You guys already covered the whole saga of COVID-19 certificates, vaccine passes, third doses, and all that nonsense...

The nitpicking isn't going to fly with me...

Jacob Williams said:I have just one question. What kind of "conspiracy theories" are we even talking about here—is this for the stuff that hasn't been proven true yet, or does it include the things that already are?

I'm asking because we've pretty much drained the entire pool of "conspiracy theories" at this point, and there aren't many left to dive into.

COVID-19 test results. check
The third dose is coming up. Ready when you are.
PCR testing is a total joke. check
The vaccine's lack of efficacy is pretty much self-evident at this point. Ready when you are.
COVID-19 was engineered in a lab. Almost checked. Even the fact-checkers aren't censoring that anymore.

What are we actually talking about here? ☕

Honestly, you all should be embarrassed.

Morgan Peterson said:Other discussions regarding the coronavirus aren't meant for conspiracy theories and are moderated according to the Reddit rules.
lp

I rest my case...

Charles Fox10 said:You won't😬

We have been thinking about this for quite some time, how this thread on the politics subreddit has run its course and turned into a little sandbox for a handful of users who could probably all take more than one warning; once you look at the statistics regarding bans and deleted posts, it is clear this topic has reached its limit, and we thank everyone for their participation.

Since we have an entire Coronavirus sub, feel free to migrate there, and for discussions regarding political implications or the impact of the federal task force measures on US politics, we have the thread on the Government of the US and the President

Thanks again for participating.

WOW, so you're just sending us to a sub where the mods are completely biased and just waiting to ban anyone pushing back against the mainstream narrative... It’s disgusting over there.

This thread hasn't finished its run; it's actually just getting started now that they're announcing discrimination and pressure against the unvaccinated by the government.

This is a shameful decision that proves just how biased this platform is.

Over ten years ago, I personally stirred up a media storm regarding extremist blogs and hate speech, so perhaps it is time for another move this time regarding the suppression of free speech on Reddit. Trust me, this will not end well for you...

Just remember, this madness won't last forever, but the way we handled things during the last bout certainly will.☕

It's your call; Anderlon can expect a few media inquiries regarding this suppression of free speech and opinion.☕

Maria Barnes said:Cut the crap.

https://factcheck.com/2020/05/19/media...virus-website/

“Based on the responses we received, it’s clear that the US Federal Government and the Department of Health and Human Services spent roughly $75,000 of taxpayer money to launch and maintain the CDC.gov website, along with several other supporting materials. This contract was handed directly to the Media Val communications agency without any public bidding process.

The Department of Health and Human Services fast-tracked the creation of the official CDC.gov site and established dedicated social media accounts and profiles on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube—as well as specific threads on Reddit—to ensure the public had access to regular, accurate updates regarding the COVID-19 epidemic. They argued this was essential for protecting the lives and health of citizens across the United States and keeping everyone informed in a timely manner, which they categorized as vital to the national security interests of the United States,” the Department of Health and Human Services stated.

😉

Just a quick question for the survivalist crowd here. If having a little bit of bourbon and some whiskey is fine, does that really violate any safety protocols? I mean, if people can hang out in a crowded hospital during a pandemic, surely we can manage a few drinks without breaking the world. ☕

stormycyclist35 said:What is the logic behind closing at 5 PM? It makes zero sense. Does nobody catch a virus at the local bakery before 5, or does the virus just hibernate until the clock strikes five?

The stores are constantly slammed. You get these massive rushes between 2 and 5 PM because everyone tries to hit the shops right after lunch or work before they close. It creates huge lines both inside and out. Honestly, if they couldn't maintain regular hours, they shouldn't have shortened them in the first place. I’ve actually lost track of the new schedule myself a few times and ended up unable to grab groceries...

Exactly. Like someone else pointed out, not everyone is a government bureaucrat or a parasite—the kind of people who don't even show up to work but collect a paycheck every month while just sitting around drinking coffee and wasting oxygen.

Pure stupidity, plain and simple...

And this is happening even though we've spent the last ten days actually bending the curve downward instead of flattening it...

Michelle Davis15 said:I honestly don't get why people insist on standing in these massive lines at the grocery store. Why not just order everything online? I really don't see the appeal in shuffling through the aisles every single day, touching the exact same products over and over—which is what some people claim is their big reason for going in person. I already know exactly how a can of tuna feels or what a milk carton looks like without having to grab it. Plus, let’s be real, most Walmarts aren't exactly designed to feel like a luxury hotel stay, so I don't understand that excuse either. Is it just that we aren't "advanced" enough yet? Are we all just voluntarily squeezing ourselves into crowds when a perfectly good solution exists?

Trying to get a delivery slot from Walmart for Washington, D.C. is basically impossible; some people claimed they managed to refresh the site at one in the morning just to snag a delivery window a week out, but that was a few weeks ago and I have no idea if it's any better now, though I've pretty much given up on it...

Does any other major retailer even have a functional web shop? I can't think of a single one... And I tend to steer clear of all those small local farms and artisanal producers because their prices are outrageously high this time of year, so no thanks...

Nancy Martin93 said:

coastalwalker9 Quote:
Wait, does that Walmart close at 5 PM? — Just checking! 🤦
And of course—they’re closing on Sundays! So, I guess it's whoever makes it in time wins, and if you miss out, well, just order everything online—right? Honestly, if someone doesn't have reliable internet access, they probably aren't worried about whether the local Walmart stays open until 5 PM or shuts down entirely anyway!👍
Do you really think people are just going to stay cooped up at home forever—without any personal needs or a desire to get out?—because, honestly, that seems unlikely!
Imagine getting home after work around 4:30 or 5:00—depending on the commute, of course—only to realize you have to sprint to the grocery store! It’s such a stressor—constantly worrying if there will actually be any bread or milk left on the shelves by the time you get there. You know how it goes, though—stores start cleaning up and closing down the deli counters just ten minutes before they shut their doors. But hey, what good is cheese and deli meat if you don't even have a slice of bread to go with it?
Maybe someone could just head home—grab a peaceful lunch, catch a quick nap—and then hit up the store around 7 or 8, or whenever they can finally get there! It’s such a hassle when all those specialty shops close by 4 or 5—you can barely squeeze in two visits in a single day—so now they really ought to be racing against the clock as much as they are focusing on nutrition.
Hey—maybe take a second to think things through before posting something so random? Just a thought!—:)

Stores should really be allowed to set their own hours—it just makes sense! Plus, there’s a huge difference between running a shop in a small town like Ann Arbor or Naperville versus being right in the middle of a major hub like San Jose.
Well, honestly—only people actually working in that industry would really get it anyway!

Restricting store hours is honestly one of the most nonsensical moves yet—it really makes you question their whole "expertise," doesn't it? Like, they can stay open until 5 PM normally, but then because it’s Easter, suddenly they close at 8 PM to somehow limit the spread?? The amount of misinformation coming from the task force lately is just... concerning. If the goal is actually to stop people from getting sick in shops, they should just be open from 6 AM to midnight! I’d happily go grab my groceries at 11 PM when nobody else is around—that would actually minimize risk—instead of cutting hours and forcing everyone to cram into the aisles all at once, which just causes a total collapse. And waiting out in the heat for an hour outside the store? Yeah, that sounds like a brilliant safety plan to me. Give me a break! If stores just operated like they should, there wouldn't be such massive crowds inside or even hovering around the entrances.

There isn't much else to say, though I really hope this is the first regulation they scrap before the elderly start collapsing in this heat, because tomorrow is hitting 80 degrees and it already feels like summer.

Sophia Moore6 said:Let’s be honest: we would all be perfectly fine if every single retail shop and business operated on a strict schedule, closing their doors by 5:00 PM or maybe 6:00 PM at the absolute latest, regardless of whatever pandemic nonsense is going on. It really just comes down to habit, doesn't it?

So why is it that some people refuse to accept this simple reality?
If you're one of those lazy types who demands "flexibility" just because you've grown accustomed to having everything available at your whim, don't even bother replying with your endless list of excuses.
And please, spare me the nonsense about how limited hours will stifle consumer spending. That is a ridiculous argument.
People will always find a way to spend their money, whether the shops are open late or not. 😉

This has to be one of the most poorly constructed opening posts I've ever come across on this forum...

Everything you're trying to say has already been covered, so I won't waste my breath repeating it.

Hey, I'm looking to ship two vinyl records from the States over to Australia. I've already got my own packaging ready to go, and the whole thing weighs somewhere between 0.2 and 0.5kg.

The part that's tripping me up is figuring out which shipping class this actually falls under. Is it considered a package, a letter, or maybe priority mail? I'm just trying to get an accurate estimate when using the online calculators...

Thanks in advance for any help...