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2025-04-05 16:49:34 UTC

Watching the livestream of the MIT Bitcoin Expo before getting ready to head out for the weekend. Super interesting! Happy to see Nostr represented!
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=TqxDr_SjAgg

2025-04-05 16:21:43 UTC

American politics is the best reality TV show.

2025-04-05 16:09:33 UTC

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Yes, it’s wonderful that they are doing this after multiple lawsuits and bad press. Other companies prioritize ethics and don’t need to be publicly shamed to take action.

2025-04-05 16:05:11 UTC

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Do I get all the food and water that I want? Do I have access to a shower and my toiletries? I could do this easily as long as I was well fed and able to maintain my hygiene/beauty regimen. However, 1 Bitcoin wouldn’t be enough to buy a month of my life.

2025-04-05 16:00:21 UTC

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What’s your AI business?

2025-04-05 15:57:02 UTC

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Congrats! Academia is not for the weak. It can be very rewarding but requires a ton of delayed gratification with no guarantee of financial payoff.

2025-04-05 15:55:12 UTC

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Looks like Nostr is getting more mainstream!

2025-02-22 19:04:35 UTC

I’ve been revisiting Sade’s music this weekend. Love her music and her beauty.
https://open.spotify.com/track/4PEGwWH4tL6H7dGl4uVSPg?si=JKak7grJT7i9MMD9V2qAUw

2025-02-22 09:00:17 UTC

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What specific arguments made in the book do you find misleading?

2025-02-22 08:55:04 UTC

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Medical Apartheid by Harriet A. Washington
The Souls of Black Folk by WEB Du Bois
The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein

2025-02-22 08:48:41 UTC

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Define “poor”. Also, do you think being rich or wealthy is a character defect?

2025-02-22 08:46:56 UTC

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So cute!

2025-02-22 08:46:35 UTC

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These prices are becoming commonplace in so-called LCOL areas too.

2025-02-22 08:35:38 UTC

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ChatGPT probably thinks that it should be making ALL decisions for us.

2025-02-21 20:37:42 UTC

It looks like the opioid crisis has finally made it to West Africa courtesy of predatory pharmaceutical companies. The African countries affected by this will never recover from this. Mental health and substance use is heavily stigmatized, and the public health systems are not in place to handle a crisis like this.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyew21yyjzo.amp

2025-02-21 20:33:00 UTC

An attack on privacy…
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-21/apple-removes-end-to-end-encryption-feature-from-uk-after-backdoor-order

2025-02-21 20:24:02 UTC

Spotify actually has a decent audiobook collection. A ton of bestsellers are available for free. They even have the Bitcoin Standard for anyone who is interested but hasn’t read the book yet.
https://open.spotify.com/show/4bxsDC9n5DQYSZhRD08VBO?si=c1hKr2i9TcSCCbHKvsRdlA

2025-02-21 18:33:42 UTC

Looks MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for PTSD is closer to becoming a reality. Despite the current administration’s negative view of the mental health system, there is a lot of interesting, groundbreaking research that has been ongoing, but is at risk of being halted. Hopefully, things are rectified, so patients can get the care that they need.
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-023-02565-4

2025-02-21 18:30:34 UTC

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Please announce well in advance, so folks don’t miss out!

2025-02-21 18:22:56 UTC

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GM, I hope you have a great day, but this post seems like the antithesis of Nostr, which is about freedom of expression. Listening to good and negative feedback is necessary for progress.

2025-02-21 18:14:35 UTC

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I’m okay with AI album artwork as long as the music is good.

2025-02-21 18:12:31 UTC

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Yeah, they need to work harder if they want my money.

2025-02-21 18:07:29 UTC

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I would say that inmates should not be the standard for the basic dignities that we should provide people. I don’t support criminality, but inmates are the only population where it is legal to violate human rights (eg voter disenfranchisement, forced labor). I agree that everyone should have access to food, shelter, and education. The money exists. We just have to care enough to do it.

2025-02-21 18:02:59 UTC

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There doesn’t need to be a profound point. I’m just running my mouth on this app like everyone else. What was the point of your comment?

2025-02-21 03:05:10 UTC

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Some of those signs are pathetic. I bet some of those same people would turn their noses up at a homeless person asking them for money, but here they are gainfully employed, able to afford expensive concert tickets, yet still choosing to beg for money.

2025-02-21 02:48:10 UTC

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😋

2025-02-21 02:46:02 UTC

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I’m sorry that you and your loved had such a negative experience. I agree that lifestyle choices are an important part of health, but for me, keeping up with recommended health screenings is a necessity too, so I made sure to find a primary care provider that I felt respected me and was knowledgeable.

2025-02-21 02:30:54 UTC

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If you don’t own something, then you don’t make the rules.

2025-02-21 02:21:14 UTC

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The reality is that overall life expectancy is much higher now than when your great great grans was alive thanks to modern medicine. The goal should be to move more, eat more nutrient dense foods, and build healthy relationships to maximize your quality of life as you age. No need for extreme diets or lifestyles in order to age well.

2025-02-21 02:15:00 UTC

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Here’s the link again for the recipe. I don’t why it gave me article on washing dishes on my previous post:
https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Classic-Sweet-Potato-Pie/

2025-02-21 02:11:08 UTC

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OMG! It’s the patron dish of the American South. I don’t use a recipe any more when making mine, but here’s the link to the base recipe that my own recipe evolved from: https://www.saveur.com/culture/best-way-wash-dishes/. Main difference is that I use vanilla bean paste, cinnamon, nutmeg, and all spice in mine.

2025-02-21 02:04:27 UTC

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COVID and bird flu are not the same thing.

2025-02-21 01:53:32 UTC

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This is rough. Is she against reaching out to your brother through phone/mail or even visiting him? Honestly, the best way to help would be to pass along any contact info that you have. It would help give her closure that she’s looking for and keep you from having to relive painful memories.

2025-02-21 01:46:54 UTC

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Sweet potato pie 🥧

2025-02-21 01:46:28 UTC

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Since Nostr is an open-source protocol, he can create his own solution or partner with others to combat censorship. That’s the beauty of decentralization and open-source protocols.

2025-02-21 01:25:23 UTC

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Are you allowed to give us any hints about what you discussed during your segment?

2025-02-21 01:22:01 UTC

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Not surprised. He clearly bought X to use it to push propaganda. The real question is whether the people who pushed for the sale of Twitter to Elon were in on his plan.

2025-02-21 00:56:40 UTC

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Fun and great way to spread the message!

2025-02-21 00:54:49 UTC

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Definitely! It’s nice that she is finally getting the recognition that she deserves.

2025-02-21 00:48:52 UTC

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This photo is amazing! Did you take it?

2025-02-21 00:12:58 UTC

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I’m so sorry. I hope your family and friends will be safe despite all the challenges and danger that they face.

2025-02-21 00:08:16 UTC

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Gorgeous! I love the look of freshly fallen snow but hate the cold. I wish it could snow and still be 75F.

2025-02-21 00:05:41 UTC

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Is this your backyard? It’s beautiful.

2025-02-20 23:59:29 UTC

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https://open.spotify.com/track/0Jij0ywlT1cCn8MqmSmj4E?si=WOTCukrQQGeKzxJRHibyRg

2025-02-20 23:57:27 UTC

This level of dehumanization is disturbing no matter your stance on illegal immigration. Obama and Biden deported more illegal immigrants than any US President with far less cruelty and taxpayer money. Despite all theatrics, hatred, and wasted money, this administration is only on track to deport half the number of illegal immigrants that Biden did. It makes you wonder whether this hyperfocus on deportations is truly about border security as opposed to scapegoating and demonizing certain demographics.
https://x.com/WhiteHouse/status/1891922058415603980?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1891922058415603980%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=

2025-02-20 23:41:27 UTC

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Asking about guns in the home is a question that medical professionals should be asking and have been asking for years. It has nothing to do with infringing on your 2nd amendment rights. Do it all the time for suicide risk assessments because access to firearms can increase the risk of suicide. Your health records are private and cannot be disclosed without your consent. You can also refuse to answer any questions that make you feel uncomfortable. People will be pissed about this law, but then ask why a mass shooter still had access to firearms despite certain things in their background.

2025-02-20 23:28:30 UTC

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Well said! Your positivity is much needed on Nostr. Following.

2025-02-20 23:23:45 UTC

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Bitcoiners can only win over KYC exchanges if they create alternative products/services that address your concerns and are user friendly. As it stands now, KYC exchanges are one of the easiest ways for people to purchase and sell Bitcoin. They are not going away and will continue to grow and dominate unless a more viable alternative emerges. Most of the advantages of Bitcoin emphasized by Bitcoiners don’t resonate with everyday people who just want a currency that isn’t volatile, is widely accepted, and offers legal protection against fraud and theft.

2025-02-20 22:58:15 UTC

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Awesome! What are the planned topics or activities?

2025-02-19 02:03:48 UTC

This is one of my favorite songs right now:
https://open.spotify.com/track/5Hi7mKvhNYvk4PIURtuY42?si=gr92ycpvSJWDJD8v2Ncrhw

2025-02-19 00:21:51 UTC

PSA for those (like me) who have been slacking on their New Year’s resolutions:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DF_T29-Ri4s/?igsh=N3B2OW5jYnhnc3J4

2025-02-17 02:03:27 UTC

A true shame…
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=j8SlFvzKkIo

2025-02-17 01:54:11 UTC

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I knew that punch line was coming…

2025-02-16 18:56:59 UTC

If you thought Kendrick’s Super Bowl performance was underwhelming or boring, then this breakdown may help you gain a new appreciation for his half-time show:
https://youtu.be/6ajnW0k0dM0?si=qshPBOjK859EdLWu

2025-02-16 00:32:01 UTC

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AI is not inherently evil. The issue is that those with money and power are primarily interested in using it to exploit others for financial gain. Tech oligarchs struggle to envision and create a future where everyone thrives because they value money above all else, and therefore, only view human beings as capital.
Your post makes some interesting assumptions about human interaction. Our need for human interaction goes beyond economics. One of the greatest risk factors for dementia is a limited social network. We are not meant to be lone wolves by any stretch. Most people have empathy and do not approach relationships from a purely transactional perspective. If people received UBI and universal healthcare, then no one would care if AI made their livelihoods obsolete. Not working is only hardship because people cannot feed or house themselves without income.

2025-02-14 23:44:43 UTC

Pillow Talk by Frances Featherstone. https://image.nostr.build/486f573ef253f4207f09325de105f9a90c2e1b221873a9685c44a3afa4f7b153.jpg

2025-02-14 23:21:14 UTC

Valentine’s Day is my favorite holiday after Christmas.

2025-02-13 22:43:42 UTC

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I hope none!

2025-02-13 22:42:58 UTC

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All decisions regarding healthcare carry risks/benefits. The anti-vaxxers in TX are experiencing the consequences of declining vaccination. There is nothing we can do if they want to disregard evidence-based medicine aside from following the recommended vaccination schedule to protect ourselves.

2025-02-13 22:35:32 UTC

The era of MAHA is officially here!
https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/02/establishing-the-presidents-make-america-healthy-again-commission/
Let’s see if relying on pseudoscience actually improves the health of Americans.

2025-02-13 17:55:53 UTC

This seems like an excellent use of federal funds!
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/12/us/politics/trump-tesla-musk-cybertruck.html
DOGE is the biggest scam in US history, and I can’t wait to read all the exposés about the Trump administration 5 years from now, assuming we still have a free press at that time.

2025-02-13 14:44:35 UTC

Anti-vaxxers are probably proud of themselves right now…
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=nxiHjcVyvi0
This is coming at a time when the Trump administration is blocking the CDC and other federal health organizations from disseminating critical information to the public.

2025-02-11 21:55:24 UTC

I love the way this artist (Julia S. Powell) uses color. I recently picked up painting as a hobby, so I have been taking the time to revisit artists who inspire me to stay motivated during the long learning process. My paintings look mostly like stick figures now 😂. Hopefully, I’ll be able to paint something recognizable one day. https://image.nostr.build/6b4e4608e43d73643902fcfb6710ce919d292757d2fd1fd828ca585c3e97115d.jpg https://image.nostr.build/06445fd817e9dddd93bee94e8e7bec38a423fb52df0725a3baadf963510f7e60.jpg https://image.nostr.build/644c7adf986f9aebe8d6cf14f7d7c29c76b149c80e8187b8b26aaa5ef20a3b91.jpg https://image.nostr.build/5112f00f3a283b2d1ff9d12932c89ac6df620ee7874007ad3a51be9a212b656d.jpg https://image.nostr.build/255d86b9316c6c5dd06475dde5d6cc2e6eaa7fabd5f71db3bd3728a54343a7fe.jpg

2025-02-10 02:53:27 UTC

Kendrick’s halftime show was good. He brings the energy that most male rap artists lack in their live performances.

2025-02-10 02:45:09 UTC

I wish that I knew about this restaurant when I was in NYC a few months ago.
https://youtu.be/F-tJcjdt9dQ?si=9XHugC2oArZ0AYes

2025-02-09 22:53:13 UTC

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Don’t care. His behavior is disgusting, and I question the character of anyone who would defend him.

2025-02-09 22:49:30 UTC

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You just now realized X has been doing this? Interesting that you are outraged over this particular incident. Honestly, it’s in Kanye’s best interest because it’s limiting the consequences of his self-destructive behavior. He’ll be on an apology tour soon enough…

2025-02-09 22:46:44 UTC

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Lol! Trump only respects money and power. He is only looking to influence and radicalize users who X by pushing propaganda and making their followers feel validated through parasocial relationships.

2025-02-09 22:42:05 UTC

Am I the only one who only goes to Super Bowl parties for the food?

2025-02-05 16:45:18 UTC

Red light therapy is one thing that biohackers are not completely off base about. I tend to ignore most of the things they say because their thought leaders are huge on peddling snake oil remedies.
Here’s an interesting peer-reviewed review article on the technology: https://academic.oup.com/asj/article/41/6/723/6104785?login=false
Please pay special attention to the later section that explains what it means when a device is FDA-cleared as well as the tables summarizing the actual devices/study designs for published clinical trials.
I did get a red light therapy face mask for Christmas, but I have not seen any major results, although to be fair, I do not have any significant blemishes.

2025-02-05 16:12:10 UTC

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I assume that you are a multimillionaire or billionaire who can build your own roads, hire your own personal security, pay out of pocket for all medical expenses, is not reliant on water or electricity provided by utility companies, etc. If you are not worth at least $100 million dollars, then prepare to become a serf once the IRS is abolished. Americans are truly ignorant about how reliant they are on government subsidies. They wrongly assume because they are not on Medicaid/Medicare, SNAP, housing assistance, SSI/SSDI, etc. that they are a “sovereign citizen”.

2025-02-05 16:00:51 UTC

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I’m assuming that you are referring to formal education when you mention “top-down education”. Hands-on learning has always been a key focus at high-quality academic institutions. Formal education or degrees/certifications are not necessary for success, do not indicate intellectual superiority, but they are not useless either. I have thoughts on why certain people, groups, and/or political ideologies attack formal education and do not want the public to pursue higher education, but Nostr is not the space where people would be interested in or receptive to that discussion.

2025-02-03 23:16:21 UTC

US Congress needs to step up like their colleagues did in S. Korea when their president threatened their democracy:
https://www.c-span.org/program/news-conference/senate-democrats-on-elon-musk-getting-access-to-treasury-payment-system/655284
Everyone in the US, please take time to call/email your representatives/senators and let them that you do not approve of billionaires abusing the political system for their financial gain.

2025-02-01 23:38:40 UTC

https://www.politico.com/news/2025/01/31/la-times-rfk-jr-opinion-patrick-soon-shiong-010210

2025-02-01 23:34:40 UTC

https://www.wired.com/story/life-saving-research-risks-being-destroyed-by-the-federal-funding-freeze/

2025-02-01 23:23:40 UTC

The US has pretty much turned into a circus. It has been disappointing to realize that so many would rather prioritize their hatred over the wellbeing and longevity of our country. I know our foreign adversaries are on cloud nine right now.

2025-02-01 23:08:37 UTC

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It depends on what you define as education. I never knew anyone who accomplished anything great being ignorant.

2025-01-19 22:58:11 UTC

The next 4 yrs in US politics is going to be very interesting. The American public does not have its priorities in order, so the incoming administration is going succeed in dismantling all the institutions and benefits that Americans take for granted.

2025-01-19 21:37:32 UTC

Why is it that the loudest proponents of free speech turn out to be its greatest enemies?

2025-01-14 02:44:41 UTC

Disgusting. Don’t recall conditions ever being placed on federal disaster aid given to Southern States.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/01/13/house-speaker-mike-johnson-california-wildfire-aid/77681997007/

2025-01-10 23:00:35 UTC

2025 is really off to a crazy start. I hear about another mass shooting, natural disaster, war, or just general chaos every time I turn on the TV or read the news. I’m trying to stay optimistic, while remaining informed about the world around me, but it’s becoming overwhelming.

2024-11-12 01:42:13 UTC

🙏 for 1,000,000!

2024-11-12 01:36:47 UTC

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I doubt it. What could he do with Truth Social that he couldn’t accomplish with X?

2024-11-12 01:28:05 UTC

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It’s intentional. It’s part of the plan to completely destroy the confidence that people have in the US Government.

2024-11-12 01:15:50 UTC

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If this is really happening, let me know if you need help organizing. I’m in the area.

2024-11-12 01:12:00 UTC

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I hope it works out for them. Your post made me do some googling, and I learned something new today. I didn’t realize Uruguay was a leader in LGBTQ rights.

2024-11-12 00:58:05 UTC

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A bold choice for your first costume!

2024-11-06 14:41:22 UTC

I did not like the outcome of the US election, but sadly, I fully expected it. The next 4 years in the US will be interesting. Some people who are currently rejoicing over a Trump win are going to be in for a rude awakening. I don’t want to hear any complaints once the Trump/Republicans start fulfilling all of their campaign promises.

2024-09-21 16:15:23 UTC

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I vote that we do next year’s nostr conference in collaboration with the Africa Bitcoin Conference. I wish that I had known about this year’s ABC sooner, so I could attend.

2024-09-21 14:56:07 UTC

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Agree! You have to pick your battles.

2024-09-21 14:43:26 UTC

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Things always end badly because people prioritize money over altruism. The world would be a better place if people truly cared about the well-being of their communities.

2024-09-21 14:38:51 UTC

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🥰 thanks! You’re my favorite too.

2024-09-21 14:36:44 UTC

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The bitcoin community is definitely becoming synonymous with certain worldviews, unrelated to monetary policy, which is unfortunate because bitcoin should be agnostic, or at least that’s what I’ve been told.

2024-09-21 14:27:39 UTC

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Yeah, sometimes the community gives off cultish vibes.

2024-09-21 14:25:16 UTC

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=G_UXmyadDp4

2024-09-16 20:56:52 UTC

The recent events during the US political election continue to show that fear mongering, propaganda, and outright hatred are highly destructive and often end up destroying the perpetrators. No one benefits when politicians intentionally stir up discontent, confusion, and paranoia.

2024-09-13 23:42:35 UTC

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Are the stores in question national retailers (e.g. Walmart, Target), regional chains, or local small businesses?

2024-09-13 23:37:51 UTC

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Yes!

2024-09-13 23:36:28 UTC

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Where is this?!

2024-09-07 20:09:42 UTC

This is absolutely horrible. I hate how common school shootings are becoming in the US. I hope everyone affected by this tragedy heals.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=CSfuxjjmtPg&pp=ygUTZ2Egc2Nob29sIHNob290aW5nIA%3D%3D