George Floyd Protest/Riots

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Septic said:
Grand Wizard, lol. You forgot to included the photo-shopped picture of Byrd in the robe.



Yeah this is the guy that became the "majority leader of the Democrats", either party should be proud of having him.
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Yeah man. Southern democrats during the time Byrd was in office were totally the same as Democrats today. You know, the party that disagreed with desegregation. To pretend like Southern Democrats aren’t today’s Republicans is hilarious.
 
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Franklin Pierce said:
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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of Calif. (center), and other members of Congress, kneel and observe a moment of silence at the Capitol’s Emancipation Hall
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You think anyone is taking the time to think up a good reform plan while they’re kneeling in contemplation?
No, so it’s just another insulting empty gesture from people who been there for decades ignoring the problem.
 
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Sea Ray said:
So Confederate flag=KKK in your world.

No wonder folks tune you out around here.
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Yep, it does now.

I especially like seeing it paired with the swastika for a extra helping of "totally not racist".

Also, you aren't tuning anyone out, especially not me. No need to front.

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Ten_Titans said:
As far as the dishonesty part, the very formulation of the problem is to essentially say "All ethnic inequity is the result of systemic racism." Sorry. No. Not in a free society where people behave differently along ethnic lines, as well as thousands of other lines.
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You seem to be replacing "all" with "none," which isn't any better
 
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Septic said:
Yep, it does now.

I especially like seeing it paired with the swastika for a extra helping of "totally not racist".

Also, you aren't tuning anyone out, especially not me. No need to front.

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At least that guy has the knowledge to paid the flag square as it should be.
Pretty sure the guy at the bottom is protesting btw.
 
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DynaLo said:
There it is. There’s the “he’s out of touch with the majority of our voting base therefore we’re selecting ___________ as the Democratic nominee for President.” They never have to bring his questionable mental health into the equation.
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Nah. The Democratic Party doesn't care THAT much about defunding police
 
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Dudleys87 said:
Do we have any democrats present?

I’d like to know how they feel about the coming election and whether or not they believe Joe can win.

No, this isn’t a post to attack you or shame you. I’m interested in opinions.

personally, with what he says or doesent say I don’t think he can win. Much like his opponent he doesent miss opportunities to fully insert his foot in his mouth. That in the end will cost him votes in important states.
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In a vacuum, as a candidate, I don't think he's anywhere near good enough to win. Trump seems to be trying to race him to the bottom lately, though.
 
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Dudleys87 said:
I’m all for righting wrongs but if your gonna call racism then call it for both sides or not at all.

And what does killing Policemen of any race going to fix? If it’s white why kill the black police chief?

Why burn down the businesses, shops, houses, and homes of all American people going to fix? Most of which jump the same hurdles the ones rioting are jumping through day in and day out.

All the while being peddled around by men with deep pockets and an agenda.

So Someone, who can see both sides, and remain level headed please explain it to me.
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What you're seeing (and this is why it doesn't make sense in the current state ) is 4 philosophies/political movements banging heads at the same time.

1. Capitalism -
Actually, there is no true Capitalism at this point in the U.S., and THAT is the problem. The notion of Libertarian-ism is the closest thing you will find to true Capitalism, but while that is a philosophy, it is not a practical political movement. Free markets, open economies... these things have been dead for quite awhile. Instead, what has evolved (and unfortunately so) is a Plutonomy, where the Uber-rich own too much influence, and wealth creation/growth is dependent on these Uber-rich jerk-offs who are aided by the same Government that both celebrates and berates them. Now, you CAN still live a comfortable life and enjoy the many luxuries in a Plutonomy, so long as you play the game the RIGHT way. Your success in this environment is totally up to you and your willingness to follow the rules, and they are usually simple rules because they need to be because people are inherently selfish and stupid. The only way you cannot succeed (or have a perception of success that translates just enough to be an endeavor worth chasing) is if you are severely handicapped, decide not to participate, or you're just grade-A, Karl Childers from Slingblade, God-forsaken stupid. In a Plutonomy, or even in true Capitalism, most people fail because they are stupid.

2. Marxism -
Everybody knows Karl Marx and the crap he espoused. Actually, most people don't; they just think they do. Anyway, Marx was and still is very influential and I believe it is because of the old adage that if someone can explain your problem back to you better than you originally stated it, then you assume that person has the answer to your problem. This is an old sales trick. The thing is, Marx is actually pretty impressive in pointing out the problems with Capitalism (and this argument is the basis of Marxism). The issue with Marx is that his prescribed treatment plan is lousy. It is Collectivism, where the individual can and should be sacrificed for the greater good of the greater number (read: the State). And as Marxism is more of a theory/idea/philosophy than an actual political movement, it is usually only the Berkeley crowd hanging out in the tops of trees, stoned out of their gourd, and stinking to high heaven that settle on Marxism without moving to actionable forms of the philosophy.

3. Fabianism - Ah, now we're getting somewhere. This is also heavily rooted in Collectivism (just a different application of the same dope), except this is where it becomes actionable. Unlike Leninism (see below), Fabianism seeks to implement Collectivism in a stealth fashion. This can be extremely successful in a structured system of government. Move assets slowly over time into areas of influence and the take control of decisions/planning, etc., thereby using that authority to change the current system toward Collectivism. Basically, wait out the opposition and be happy with small gains, which, with enough success along the way, will accumulate the power necessary to really make a difference. One of the ways to do that is to establish a Technocracy, which is when 'experts' are the ones advising/creating policies or even making decisions. Experts weigh in and tell you what is and what is not healthy, acceptable, in YOUR best interest, etc.. At some point in time and over a long enough timeline, you start to realize something is off (like a Magic show, or a first marriage, or Dr. Fauci). And while you can point to certain things (e.g., Common Core) as a totally stupid, yet implemented idea, you will complain but not really do anything about it because you are trying to play the game of what you believe is Capitalism. Grilling, going to the lake, watching sports, sitting in a long-ass morning commute... You accept crap because it hasn't impacted your ability to do what you want to do, what you have been taught to do, and what you expect is just the norm. As long as you are entertained, you will abide.

4. Leninsim - Leninism is like Marxism on a gram of Trenbolone. This political movement totally believes in the whole Marx 'Communist Manifesto' garbage, BUT, unlike Marxism and Fabianism, Leninism wants power and control before the debate. Say whatever you have to say and betray whoever you have to betray and beat the hell out of anyone in the way, just get power ASAP for the implementation of Collectivism, which again is designed to have power over individuals by controlling everything. Your thoughts, your rights, your opportunities, industry, etc.. Agree or be gone, because you only matter as an individual up to the point that power is achieved. Then you can just piss off if you don't like it. Agree with the State and demonstrate obedience as mandated, and you can exist in whatever fashion is decided for you. Or get dealt with by a clenched fist. Sound familiar?

I need to wrap this up. Apologies for any typos or incomplete sentences as I am in a rush at the moment.

And BTW... none of this is new. These ideas and philosphies have been around in the U.S. since way before us. Some people probably don't even realize why they believe what they believe one way or another. It's just what they know from experience or have gained from education. Actually, I'd guess that's most people.
 
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Just saw this. Is it true?
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If true, wth is going on with Minneapolis police???
 
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