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Apr 18, 2023
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Suffering Society,

I believe that I must fill you in regarding a rule of mine. It pertains to truth, not manifestos and conspiracy theories.

First, I will explain something about your commentary. Your narrative in comments is hardly anything but a rehash of anti-US narratives going back decades. I've seen it in various forms from the far right, far left, communist and fascist. It's just a tired old narrative used to attack the US and, in many forms, the West in general. You're not creative, brilliant nor intellectual. For that matter, I don't believe that I am either. The difference is, I tell the truth and you do not.

Now, back to communicating my rule about posts of mine. I welcome and learn from honest rebuttal. I'm about sorting for truth and progress. I do this to inform people to the best of my ability with the least amount of bias. For this reason, I do not allow trolling with conspiracy theories and false narratives. I always warn people of this to allow them an opportunity to pull up credible sources for their statements. Those who continue with their aggressive campaigning with false narratives, end up having their comments deleted and if the problem continues... they are blocked.

I asked you previously to provide sources for your dishonesty. You apparently refused. I will allow your last comment to stand for this week unless you can support your claims with credible sources. Afterwards, and without those sources, this last comment will be deleted. Further unsubstantiated comments will be deleted immediately.

In a way, I'm honored that you've chosen me as your target. It means that me telling the truth is bothering you. That should be a clue to you. Naming nations that you feel worthy of defending, despite their abusive history against their own people is a poor look for you or anyone.

As far as your contribution, thanks but no thanks. If you'd like to debate, no problem but bring credibility. I nor any other person should waste time on blatantly dishonest malign influence efforts like yours. I can assure you that I will not.

Good day

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Apr 13, 2023
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Suffering Society,

Thank you for the comment. I don't agree with all that you say here but... America still allows free discussion unlike the adversaries that we and the rest of the rules-based, international order face.

Your mini rant (I have had several, writing on this platform) does contain a morsel or two that I can agree with, partially. For example, yes, as Pres. Eisenhower warned, the US "military industrial complex is warlike, for profit. Their hold on strategic decision-making is achieved via lobbying and convincing senior leadership to continue investing in what is more profitable for them and does little or nothing to advance peace, stability and more.

Now, the part that you will likely not agree with. Yes, our history in dealing with slavery, civil rights and indigenous populations is humiliating and beyond disgraceful. We did not though commit genocide against 300 million indigenous. We did though allow profiteers to influence the US to commit partial genocide against certain of the US's indigenous populations. This is just a oversimplification but there isn't enough space in these boxes for a full reckoning. Not all Americans allowed or participated in this approach. Labeling all America as genocidal war criminals is false and frankly, insulting. Yes also, we are dramatically overincarcerated but, this is due to a deviation from empowering citizens to uphold our founding values. Here in Texas, the extr

No, the US is not still pursuing the Monroe Doctrine. If you believe me in error, please show your evidence via credibly sourced links. My posts are for intelligent fact-based discussions between people attempting to, "leave things better than they found them."

I brainwash no one and I seriously doubt that you can form a coherent argument with evidence that I am attempting to do so. Still, I will entertain your thoughts with supporting evidence. In case you haven't noticed, I advocate for no belief system, save one (American true values), including political parties. That is a basic American freedom.

You must do a great deal more homework if you believe the absurdity that "Only Americans sings songs about and worship flags while we live in a violent and deteriorating, never ending, war state." This is another false statement and again, somewhat insulting.

I have no idea where you live and what your sources of information are, but your statements are a hybrid of anarchy, chaos, and unbalanced understanding of the US, our true values and intentions. You have also failed to allow credit for the advances we've made over the centuries towards a better representation of our founding values. Analysis and commentary should be fair, accurate and well-sourced.

Thank you again for the commentary and I look forward to further debate. Please remember that appreciate a healthy debate that is accurately and credibly sourced.