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I think they've killed more than that. I just read a story the other day about how OVER half the killings aren't even being reported. The U.S. is already in a POLICE STATE and has been in one for many years now.

D8mn bro. I just got here. You stepping off already. What happened? Regardless of whether one agrees with your point of view or not, your contribution to this discussion board is valuable. I enjoy reading your posts. This place will not be the same without it. Let me know when you're coming back.😎

There's no amount of planning for the most unforeseen circumstances. While the US does provide safety nets up to a point, it could be better. However, communities can do more to protect themselves in the event of hardship too. In communities, folks should know their neighbors. Have a transportation service that can assist those who do not drive. Be able to provide emergency day care services. Establish and maintain a food pantry. There's a lot folks can do to help each other and potential business opportunities as well. The brilliant Nas said that "buck that bought a bottle could have won the lotto". 😁 I don't like the odds of winning the lottery but the sentiment rings true in terms of investing in something with a potential ROI (return on investment) rather than a destructive indulgence. 😎

It is unfortunate that police officers have the added responsibility of debt collector and enforcement. There's enough technology available that police really don't even have to engage with motorists for minor infractions. Once a license plate or registration or drivers license information is obtained, either write up the ticket and hand it over or in the case of a fleeing person, mail it to them. No interrogation or aggression or chase required. Everyone involved lives to see and have a nice day. 😎

************************************************************************************ @Pioneer1 I promise you that Crypto mining is not that complicated. And you are just as smart or even smarter than the Crypto people I have seen at YouTube and Reddit. I researched for a couple of weeks until I found a system that will work for me and that I am comfortable with. I did not want those GPUs that run hot, make noise, and use excessive amounts of electricity. I purchased my Crypto mining unit on Thursday night and the company phoned me on Friday morning to inform me that the unit has shipped and that they would help me set it all up once I receive it. Maybe they called me because I'm a woman and they assumed that I'm not technical. Or maybe it was because of the amount of money that I spent. Either way, I will be happy with whatever help they offer. I am reading a book about this particular Crypto miner because I want to maximize my profits. Other than that, it seems straightforward and easy to understand. If you are not comfortable dealing with Crypto currency or mining Crypto, that is alright. There are other ways for you to earn income from home. You will need to research until you find something that works for you, something that makes you comfortable, and that will generate the income that is worth your time and effort. That is all that matters. ************************************************************************************

It is not easy to accept that you may not have the capacity to know when you are wrong. "He who knows not, and knows not that he knows not, is a fool."

It is not easy to accept that you may not have the capacity to know when you are wrong.

Mzuri I liked that movie as well, but the struggles such as the image you posted of them sleeping in public restrooms were hard to watch. The real life Chris Gardner should have had a better plan. But things happen in life, we all know that, and we deal with things as best we can. It's precisely for THESE type of situations that I support the U.S. having such a strong safetynet. You can make all the plans you want..then something comes out of left field and hits you upside the head and you're sitting there wondering... WTF????? Around June of 2020 I was laid off and collecting more money on unemployment than when I was working! If you remember people were talking about how bad the Winter was going to be, calling it a "dark winter", and how many people were gonna die. I was concerned about society collapsing before I could spend that money I was getting...LOL Now it's October of 2021! Society is still standing, MORE people are actually dying every day than their were a year ago but there's no talk of a shut down. And instead of an over abundance of money, I'm now unemployed. Add to that the concern about being forced to get the jab just to get a job and the increased pressure from society to get it!!! "Get the shot...get the shot!!!" Talk about a fucking twilight zone....lol. Shit happens and we need strong safetynets to catch people and protect them from hitting rock bottom.. You never know WHAT type of situation you'll find yourself in despite your plans. Tomorrow I will take delivery of my very first Crypto miner. I investigated thoroughly until I found a system that will work the best for me. I am super excited about this and will let you all know how it goes. I'm happy for you. I wish I could share in your excitement too, but it's too complex for me to understand how beneficial it is. I have studied a bit more about the "mining" of cryptocurrency and it just seems so complex. I don't see how anyone can take so much valuable time and mental energy let alone invest their money into something so complex. I'd rather play the lottery. It's far more straight forward....lol.