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Stupid Pirate Guy posted...

Has there ever been a less qualified person to run a country?

Donald J Trump.
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Thirty3_1Third posted...

My girlfriend and I discipline our 2 year old daughter with spanking if needed.

Spanking a two year old? A child that small doesnt know anything and needs instruction and guidance, not corporal punishment.

A firm no and taking the time to demonstrate what behavior youd like to correct will go a lot further than bullying and intimidating a baby.
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EvilMegas posted...

Repubs are still going with him. Crazy how they dont even care anymore.

Even crazier that hell likely be elected, despite all of this.

If being a sexual predator didnt deter voters, whats the harm in a little slavery endorsement?
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For some reason this is making me think of Mr and Mrs Jankis from the movie Memento
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That video is disturbing.

How in the hell did he go free ohhhhhh wait yeah hes a cop thats right. Unbelievable.
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green dragon posted...

Bro, you can't use ellipses for 80/80 and the topic title wasn't even a complete thought

Yeah, if that were the case, you could just type a bunch of random letters and numbers out in the topic title and say "80/80"
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https://www.wired.com/story/macos-high-sierra-hack-root/

THERE ARE HACKABLE security flaws in software. And then there are those that don't even require hacking at alljust a knock on the door, and asking to be let in. Apple's macOS High Sierra has the second kind.

On Tuesday, security researchers disclosed a bug that allows anyone a blindingly easy method of breaking that operating system's security protections. Anyone who hits a prompt in High Sierra asking for a username and password before logging into a machine with multiple users, they can simply type "root" as a username, leave the password field blank, click "unlock" twice, and immediately gain full access.

In other words, the bug allows any rogue user that gets the slightest foothold on a target computer to gain the deepest level of access to a computer, known as "root" privileges. Malware designed to exploit the trick could also fully install itself deep within the computer, no password required.

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Another coward hiding behind a badge and abusing his authority, big surprise. And of course there are always dumbasses that praise this sort of behavior.

Police are supposed to maintain civility. They're supposed to protect the average person from barbaric savagery, not be barbaric savages themselves.
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http://www.businessinsider.com/trump-he-knew-what-he-signed-up-for-ladavid-johnson-niger-attack-2017-10

Smooth talker, that Trump.

How many Gold Star families do you think hell have insulted when all is said and done?
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Yamato_san posted...

There it is again with the "privilege" nonsense. The whole thing's nothing but shorthand for "your point doesn't count, I win", like a god damn toddler refusing to play fair. Have you ever experienced prejudice? 'Cause it seems like the people who whine about "privilege" are just as ignorant about prejudice, if not more so, than the people they're trying to argue with. Hell, from what I've witnessed, quite a few of these people are "privileged" whites themselves, and people of color, even the lower-classed ones, don't appreciate those people speaking for them.

And it doesn't matter if the issue of underqualified people getting jobs over more skilled people because of their ethnicity isn't overly pervasive. If it happens at all, that's an issue. Not just because the skilled people are being discriminated against, but because we don't want unskilled hires to fail at their jobs. Nobody's arguing "they took our jerbs!", this is a serious issue that could lead to societal collapse if not handled properly. Would you like a surgeon who got in because of Affirmative Action to operate on you? She knows a lot less about the human body than about 10 other potential hires, but it's okay, she's a black lesbian. That makes all the difference.

Uh, you seem to be the one whining about privilege there, buddy. The other dude just pointed out that Kyuubi is exhibiting viewpoints indicative of someone who embodies white privilege. You then pitched a fit over it. I'd say the "whining" is all you.
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Smarkil posted...

Truth_Decay posted...

but denying that racism isnt at least part of the problem is just plain wrong

How? There's been no conclusive evidence to prove that racism is the problem here. For every situation that someone uses to 'prove' that racism exists, there's a million other reasons and studies to show that it doesn't. And people are crying racism in almost every case when it's a black man that dies.

For example, Freddie Gray. In a mostly black city, with a black mayor, a black AG (IIRC), and three black cops being involved in the incident = racism against a black man?

We can go back and forth all day, but until you can point me to a case of proven racism, I really can't help you fight it. You have to be able to eliminate every other factor from a case before it can be drilled down to racism.

Truth_Decay posted...

But beyond that, the real issue is that the police are seen as a threat. Theyre not there to protect and serve, theyre there to punish and arrest, and inflict bodily harm.

Also, they're seen as a threat because people are taught to see them as a threat. Every time a parent points at a police officer and tells their unruly child if they don't behave the cop is going to arrest them, every time a cop is on video camera and is posted on social media despite completely reasonable circumstances, every time we listen to songs like "Fuck the police" and chant "Death to pigs" in the streets.

The only 'threat' I feel from a cop is the threat of them making me pay a bullshit ticket. I wasn't raised to think of cops as bad people.

Couple things Id like to point out, Im not claiming that every police shooting is motivated by racism. Far from it.

But racism isnt just screaming the n-word at black people and burning crosses on black peoples lawns. People can be subconsciously racist without being overtly racist. Some people arent even aware of their own racism, and how it affects their decisions and behavior.

So some of these shootings may not have necessarily occurred because the cop was thinking This perp is black, and therefore a threat. Better be prepared to shoot him

It could be that his upbringing has ingrained a deep-seated irrational fear of black people, to the point where he may be that much quicker on the trigger with a black person than he would with a white person in the same situation. These cops arent necessarily racist, but theyre still affected by racist thinking, even on a subconscious level.

helIy posted...

Smarkil posted...

The only 'threat' I feel from a cop is the threat of them making me pay a bullshit ticket. I wasn't raised to think of cops as bad people.

pretty much this.

and most of the time I have to deal with cops, they're pretty easy going

White people tend to have an easier time with cops, and therefore dont feel as threatened by them.

Again, of course police brutality occurs against white and those from different backgrounds, but that subconscious racism is more pervasive than youd think.
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Yes, in my opinion.
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Not going to disagree that cops are underpaid, and that budgeting them to be properly educated and trained would be a massive undertaking, but denying that racism isnt at least part of the problem is just plain wrong, although the racism that does exist may very well be tied to the fact that these cops arent properly trained, which I can agree ties into them being underpaid. Its a vicious circle.

As to shooting unarmed suspects... no they may not be good Christian boys, but theyre still unarmed, and cops should have tasers and pepper spray as options.

But beyond that, the real issue is that the police are seen as a threat. Theyre not there to protect and serve, theyre there to punish and arrest, and inflict bodily harm. In most instances, its just a perception. But there are enough cops, more than a handful, who abuse their authority on top of being poorly trained and/or improperly equipped. We need cops to be representative of the communities they serve, not some detached quasi-military force.

Its a complex issue, for sure. And no, racism in and of itself is not the sole problem. But it is most certainly part of it.
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Smarkil posted...

Truth_Decay posted...

Dont think its possible to completely stamp out racism/sexism/etc, but that doesnt mean we should stop trying. Doesnt mean we should turn a blind eye when a cop guns down an unarmed black man, gets suspended with pay, tried, and ultimately cleared of any wrongdoing and set free...

They suspend them with pay because they're investigating the issue. At that point, they don't know whether or not the person has done anything wrong so they can't exactly punish him for something he hasn't been proven to have done. Think it through dude.

Fine. But if theyre found guilty, they should be made to forfeit any pay they received while on suspension. If they cant repay it, garnish their wages at their future job. Okay?

And my point is that these cops are not being trained properly. Perhaps an apprenticeship program. Every new hire is placed with a seasoned veteran, someone better equipped to de-escalate and defuse tense or hostile situations. Keep them paired for a number of years, until the veteran feels they are mature enough and prepared for the job.
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Wow. People actually believe that having had a black president means we should just stop trying to improve as a nation in regards to equality and civil rights?

Dont think its possible to completely stamp out racism/sexism/etc, but that doesnt mean we should stop trying. Doesnt mean we should turn a blind eye when a cop guns down an unarmed black man, gets suspended with pay, tried, and ultimately cleared of any wrongdoing and set free...

Why is it shoot first with these cops? Why arent they trained in better? Are they not equipped well enough with non-lethal means to subdue suspects? I understand a cops job is dangerous, but we have to hold them to a higher standard. They are not above the law.

And yes, people of all ethnic backgrounds are subject to abuse at the hands of unqualified police, but to deny racism is not part of the overall equation is painfully ignorant. Yes, overall police abuse needs to be addressed, but if we can address a substantial portion of those cases by focusing on the systemic racism in this country, then we can make progress.
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Metal_Mario99 posted...

The only musicians who have respectable political opinions are country singers.

Agreed. Tim McGraw and Garth Brooks and a few others are on point with their politics. America should legalize gay marriage and enact stricter gun control measures. Those country stars know whats up.
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Kyuubi4269 posted...

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Mead posted...

Is it even good

Doubtful, it seems to have only got any real attention post-release.

Not sure how that means it's not good. If anything that would imply that it's a great game, given that it managed to capture so much attention once people actually got to play it despite so little attention prior to release.

It means that nobody had interest in the concept and it had no competition on release day so inherently reviews flood youtube to pad channel schedules.

You must not follow many gaming news sites. Ive been hearing about this game for years. Obviously being an indie it doesnt have the marketing push of the AAA titles, but there was a definite buzz around Cuphead. Mostly due to its art style/design.
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Pus_N_Pecans posted...

Was going to tell you to watch the Stephen Chow version. It's far from his best movie, but I still had fun with it.

He mentioned Chow being too silly for his tastes. To that I can say that the Stephen Chow Journey movie does have some silly moments, its no where near as silly as something like Kung Fu Hustle.
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That Enslaved: Odyssey to the West game is an interesting take on the story, but not the best way to experience it. Fun game, though.

The movie that came out 4 or 5 years ago was pretty good.
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Frankie Muniz?
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toelover posted...

I am a soldier of Christ.

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The only thing I was banned for a PM when I sent the video of a woman dancing in a thong.

Keep fighting the good fight, Christian.
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toelover posted...

I gave my opinion. But don't worry, abortion won't be outlawed because I am against it.
In Brazil it's illegal, but women have proved they can live without abortion

If you think abortion doesnt happen in Brazil just because its outlawed, youve got your head in the sand.
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http://www.businessinsider.com/tim-murphy-abortion-mistress-2017-10

By the way, any of you pro-life people out there who think that overturning Roe will make abortion magically disappear, you're utterly clueless. The wealthy and affluent, like Rep. Murphy here, will always have access to abortions, and those without the means to pay for them will seek abortions from illicit, potentially unsafe providers, leading to an upswing in botched abortions, deaths, and disfigurement.

Pro-choice is the only choice. Don't want an abortion? Don't get one. Simple as that.
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TheWorstPoster posted...

Truth_Decay posted...

If Trump cares about the Constitution, he should understand the government has no place suppressing free speech.

Is that why Antifa is actively trying to suppress free speech, and not trying to hide that fact?

What does this have to do with the government/Trump trying to suppress free speech?

At least Zangulus had a good point, it just doesn't hold up under #TrumpLogic.

You just don't know what you're talking about at all.
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Zangulus posted...

No. Because people who are not citizens of this country are not guaranteed protections under its constitution. That's the basis for the travel ban.

Your entire stupid topic has unraveled at step one. Close it.

#TrumpLogic still applies.

If Trump cares about the Constitution, he should understand the government has no place suppressing free speech.

Aa a private organization, the NFL can discipline players as they see fit. Trump and the government in general should keep their noses out of it.

Your argument holds no water.
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If we should ban travel into the States from certain Muslim countries to avert potential acts of terror, then we should end 2nd Amendment rights for white people.

"Why white people? People of all races have used guns in violent crimes."

True, but because #TrumpLogic, that's why.

Many terrorist acts are committed by Muslims, but not all. Trump wants to ban travel from a handful of countries in order to prevent future terrorist attacks.

Many mass shootings are perpetrated by white people, so following #TrumpLogic, we should do all we can to prevent future mass shootings. I can think of no better solution than a blanket ban on gun ownership for white people.

Any Trump supporter would agree.
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KevinceKostner posted...

I really want to get into the RP part of it but I get my ass kicked in combat unless I make a combat only based build and then I feel like I'm missing out on the RP

Always found doing the Speech/Science playthroughs to be boring. Rather kill my way through the game.
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Damn, missed it :(
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