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  1. Correct. The majority of human beings would consider it wrong to harm that person.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  2. Taylor Fritz is a fellow tennis player. I do not believe he's linked to Coco Gauff. Remains to be seen if he drops his white model girlfriend and starts kicking it with Coco Gauff. We should ask Coco Gauff if she hss jungle fever and if so...was it inspired by the Williams sisters.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  3. Of course, you're entitled to that belief. You're trying to move the goalposts.๐Ÿ˜ It does not according to my definition of fairness. There's no shortage of people in positions who are not very intelligent. Exhibit A...POTUS OJ. He's not intelligent by any stretch of the imagination. Yet, he's the executive of the most powerful country on the planet. Not really. There have always been people of average intelligence who worked regular jobs and took care of their families. Right. Intelligence cannot prevent it. Fear and laziness among other reasons will make people followers instead of leaders. False equivalence. That person is mentally impaired. Having the most lethal military on the planet makes the USA powerful moreso tham our collective intelligence. A few countries are considered intellectually superior to the USA. They don't have our firepower. Brains can be used to triumph over brawn. Of course, the scholars that wrote the Bible would give the sky fairy credit as a central figure in the book.๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿ˜Ž
  4. Just a term to denote that I believe human beings have been that way since their existence. Again, I'm not referring to how we feel externally about the treatment of others. When it comes to our own actions, internally we know whether it's good/bad or right/wrong. I think we're on different tracks in this discussion point. You're thinking empathy which is how someone feels about an external situation. I'm referring tto the innate/internal feelings as it relates to how individuals treat others. Again, I believe most individuals innately know whether or not their actions are good/bad or right/wrong.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  5. Some do. Gotta pay attention.๐Ÿคฃ Most of the prisoners are non-violent. That's a part of life regardless of whether one is inside or outside.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  6. The music industry is owned by folks who would not consider themselves racists. The USA isn't in ruin despite having many rotten apples running around. The majority of prisoners are non-violent offenders. ๐Ÿ˜Ž
  7. Regardless of cost, entertainment is definitely a form of therapy/escapism.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  8. Not really. I believe human beings literally feel good/bad or right/wrong in their actions towards and treatment of others. The most important option is we don't know. As defined by agnosticism, I don't know. Of course, that means to me that anyone who claims to know is full of sh8t.๐Ÿคฃ Again, human beings have emotions i.e. feelings. Other human beings based on how those actions make them feel. Who or what gives a human being authority and/or agency over another human being? Parents only have authority over the agency of their offspring for a limited amount of time until they can take care of themselves. ๐Ÿ˜Ž
  9. I'm referring to the internal feeling right/wrong or good/bad from a universal perspective im terms of how human beings treat esch other. Not dogma or doctrine as codified by man. I believe human beings have been hardwired that way from the beginning. Man uses those tools as forms of power and control. People are easier to manage and manipulate when their thoughts and actions are controlled.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  10. People are funny. Venezuelans are dancing in the streets. I'd imagine they did not vote for Maduro.๐Ÿคฃ Let's see how happy those Venezuelans are when their country run by a remotely controlled puppet government. Of course, I zero sympathy for the Venezuelans as many of them look d8mn near white anyway.๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿ˜Ž
  11. Thankfully, in addition to sports as a distraction and entertainment, I also have the gift of music as my opiate when I'm not providing long-winded opinions/perspectives.๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜Ž
  12. Beyond agnosticism, as human beings, I believe we have an innate feeling of good/bad and right/wrong in how we treat each other. It doesn't have to be taught or codified.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  13. It takes a degree of skill to write and memorize lyrics that paint a picture even if it's dark and produce the accompanying music. Black folks created rap music. Sure. They have been indoctrinating and trying to control people. Obviously, it doesn't work on everybody. The majority of people are adjusted well enough to function in society. The number of bad and rotten apples in society is small relative to population.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  14. There are billions of people on the planet who are non-religious and who do not abuse drugs. We have discussed my belief that people should treat each other as they wish to be treated. My idea of fair is that people do not bring hurt, harm or danger to each other in their dealings. That can be dealt with at the individual level. Problem people can be punished. That's bad. It should be dealt with accordingly. No problem as long as it does not bring hurt, harm or danger to others. Diplomacy is a form of soft power. It's not about being smarter. Being able to provide something the other party doesn't have can be powerful. Just because someone can provide money, food, clothing, shelter, protection, etc., doesn't make them smarter than the recipient. Maybe more powerful. The difference between hard and soft power. Neither of them was smarter than than everybody around them. If they were so smart, Eazy might not be dead and Suge wouldn't be stretched out in the penitentiary.๐Ÿ˜ The fact is the US is the strongest super power on the planet. Venezuela is a mosquito in comparison. Russia is stronger than Ukraine. They aren't smarter. The neighborhood bully isn't smarter than the folks being bullied. He's stronger until the victim gathers the strength and courage to fight back and win. The story of David and Goliath is an illustrationof power, strength and courage.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  15. We have discussed freedom. I will always stand on the belief that people should be free to do whatever they desire as long as it does not bring hurt, harm or danger to others. Countries aren't granted their sovereignty. It is either recognized or not. Unfortunately, a country too weak to defend itself could be taken over by some form of force. Again, I'm don't believe any country has a right to take over another country. That's just another aspect of human greed. I h8te greedy people especially bullies. It usually doesn't end well for them in the long run.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  16. Absolutely. It's flexing on full display. Their inability to do anything and silence as the GOP runs roughshod says a lot. Both sides benefit when it comes to distribution of the wealth. The people get crumbs...or cheaper gas.๐Ÿคฃ It's being reported that Venezuela vice president Delcy Rodriguez has fled to Russia.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  17. Obviously, I don't believe that. People are indoctrinated into religion. People wouldn't need hope if life was fair. Human greed makes life harder for the masses. Power and control over people comes from the threat of violence and willingness to use it. POTUS OJ isn't smarter than the Venezuelans. He's in a stronger position backed by the US military and other agencies. That's fine as long as the situation is mutually beneficial. Never lose sight of the fact that Nigerians do have a culture.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  18. I wonder how often the phrase orange m8therf8cker or son of a b8tch was used.๐Ÿคฃ Rich white folks are openly fleecing the world with POTUS OJ ๐Ÿคก being the personification of white supremacy. IMO, you're in a net neutral spot. This BS cannot have a long-term effect on you personally one way or another. Trust that you will not internalize this foolishness to any significant degree with the time you have left on the rock. Neither. Your time alloted has already been predetermined. Nothing you can do about it.๐Ÿ˜ Da Bears are still rolling. Enjoy the ride.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  19. The most average Americans will get from this situation is cheaper gas. They will not get money, better jobs, health care or SNAP benefits. I'll never be in favor of colonialism or imperialism. People should be free. I believe every country has a right to exist in its own sovereignty.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  20. White folks here in the US are on code and in agreement with these actions. Putin cannot say or do too much of anything on behalf of Venezuela as he's being allowed to unalive a million people in Ukraine. The most interesting thing about capturing Maduro is POTUS OJ admitting the US will be running Venezuela and making a ton of money from their oil. That's real gangsta sh8t.๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿ˜Ž
  21. IMO, people listen to all types of music for the same reasons...entertainment and escapism. I know many rich folks who have listened to Gangsta Rap and still do. It inspires and motivates them in whatever they do from getting money to working out. The beats are infectious. Nobody can enforce or define moral responsibilities. The US just killed a bunch of folks in capturing the president of another country based on some made up sh8t. Parents should have the biggest influence om young people. If not...something else is wrong. Both are in the entertainment bizness of selling stories.๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜Ž
  22. It's easy to brainwash people who have to believe in something. No. Dogs aren't brainwashed. They are powerless when it comes to humans. Most people connect to their culture before they venture outside of it. An intelligent dude can still be goofy especially when it comes to women. His prejudices were based on ignorance. Being smitten after a smile and his subsequent actions is a telltale sign.๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿ˜Ž
  23. Straight out of a movie, the US has captured Venezuelan president Nicholas Maduro and his wife after launching airstrikes on the country. The Maduros have been flown out of Venezuela. It is being reported that Maduro will stand trial here in the US on drug trafficking charges. I believe end game is the Maduros will be exiled to a friendly country of choice. They will be allowed to live a rich and peaceful life elsewhere. A puppet president will be installed to run Venezuela according to US interests. Textbook regime change.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  24. Religion has been brainwashing people for hundreds of years. Dogs and humans aren't in the same species. They have evolved differently. Absolutely. That applies to people across the planet. Find common ground. Connect and build. That guy is an example of a goofy dude. No reason to waste that much energy only to be turned upside down.๐Ÿ˜ As brotha frankster called it...finding your tribe.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  25. Therein lies the slippery slope. Folks know their head gonna get twisted tighter than a pretzel and/or eyes redder than licorice but they'll drink, smoke or whatever. They do it anyway. Family and friends will try to discourage the person from doing one more. They already know there's gonna be a fight or some other altercation or situation.๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿ˜Ž

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