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Ἀγάπη πάντα νικᾷ, καὶ ἐν ἀγάπῃ πάντα νικῶμεν.
Ἀνθρωπισμός καὶ σπλαγχνισμός εἰσὶν αἱ βάσεις
τῆς ἀληθινῆς εὐδαιμονίας.
Ἐν τῷ ἐσωτερικῷ ἀνθρώπῳ οἰκεῖ ἡ ἀληθινή ἐλευθερία.

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Strength in humility
February 26, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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The Pattern
The Pattern Every time humanity makes a major leap forward, a portion of society reacts with fear, resistance, or a retreat into superstition and extremism. The key seems to be how we handle the transition: • If people feel left behind or powerless, backlash grows. • If new ideas are made accessible and integrated carefully, progress stabilizes. • If extreme voices dominate, it can lead to crises, wars, or collapses. We might be in another one of these cycles-but this time, Al is accelerating everything beyond what we've ever seen before. So the question is: Can we manage the transition fast enough to avoid the worst outcomes?
February 16, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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February 15, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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About me
It seems like a disease, like a spreading infection—devolving, undoing. And I question: is it an overgeneralization, a stereotype, a crude cataloging of masked groups of people? No, it isn’t, because I’m thinking of a specific, acute subset of a broader generalization—one that is cancerous. And I feel an intoxicating aversion to it—not a surface-level, passionate rage, but a deep fire in the core of my being. I am drunk with that feeling. And then it occurs to me—that is exactly how they feel about me. ~csr
February 15, 2025 at 3:28 AM
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for one... it was the permutation of colors. for another... the archetype of a rembrandt. but for her... it was a manifestation of quiet tears. as for me i was far too enthralled with her... to notice. *csr
February 14, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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February 14, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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constantly by the time i sense an answer, i have gathered several new questions... though... seemingly futile at the moment, often disheartening... this life is thrust on by the appetite to comprehend... the daring to see things as they are and the composure to face the unfathomable *csr
February 14, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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Influence can be exerted in a way that empowers individuals and enhances societal well-being, rather than manipulating or controlling them.
In summary, the essence of ethical equilibrium in propaganda lies in influencing others responsibly without undermining their autonomy or distorting truth. This is achieved through: 1. Transparency and Honesty - Providing accurate, clear information with openness about intent. 2. Respecting Autonomy - Encouraging independent thought, free choice, and avoiding coercion. 3. Benefiting the Common Good - Ensuring the message promotes positive societal outcomes and not self-serving interests. 4. Fostering Critical Thinking - Stimulating open discussion, presenting nuanced views, and building analytical skills. 5. Accountability - Holding the creators of the message responsible, with mechanisms for correction and oversight. By balancing these principles, influence can be exerted in a way that empowers individuals and enhances societal well-being, rather than manipulating or controlling them.
February 14, 2025 at 6:33 PM
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Propaganda doesn’t need to convince everyone—just enough people to create momentum, social pressure, or an illusion of consensus.
Propaganda is primarily aimed at the emotionally driven, the disengaged, and the already persuaded-people who either don't critically analyze information, are too overwhelmed to do so, or are predisposed to accept messages that reinforce their existing beliefs. Specifically, propaganda targets: 1. The Passive Majority - People who don't actively question narratives but absorb information passively through repetition. 2. The Emotionally Reactive - Those who respond more to fear, outrage, or hope than to facts and reasoning. 3. The Loyal Base - People who already support a cause or ideology and need reinforcement to stay engaged and committed. 4. The Indifferent or Apathetic - Individuals who don't care deeply about a topic but can be nudged in a certain direction through simplified messaging. 5. The Vulnerable and Uninformed - Those who lack access to counterpoints, education, or the time to critically evaluate messages. Propaganda doesn't need to convince everyone— just enough people to create momentum, social pressure, or an illusion of consensus.
February 14, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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At the deepest level, the core of all this is the fundamental human confrontation with chaos and the unknown-the existential reality that we are finite beings in an infinite, unpredictable universe. This is the ultimate tension: we crave certainty, order, and meaning, but reality itself is fluid, complex, and often indifferent to our desires. Our consciousness evolved to recognize patterns and impose narratives on the world, not necessarily to perceive reality as it is. When faced with the vastness of existence, people respond in different ways-some embrace the uncertainty, while others construct belief systems that provide stability and control. At the root of every worldview, trust, or mistrust is the existential challenge of living in a world where absolute certainty is impossible. Whether through science, religion, conspiracy theories, or philosophy, we are all engaged in the same fundamental process: making sense of the unknown.
February 14, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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Missouri Senate Bill 72 (SB 72), introduced by Senator David Gregory, proposes making it a felony offense for undocumented immigrants to be present in the state, punishable by life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. The bill also seeks to establish the “Missouri Illegal Alien Certified Bounty Hunter Program,” allowing licensed bail bond agents and surety recovery agents to become certified bounty hunters authorized to locate and detain undocumented individuals. Additionally, SB 72 proposes offering a $1,000 reward to individuals who report undocumented immigrants, leading to their arrest and imprisonment.  The bill has faced significant criticism and resistance. Critics argue that it could lead to racial profiling and erode trust within communities. Concerns have also been raised about the potential for incentivizing vigilantism and the ethical implications of imposing life sentences for immigration violations.  As of late January 2025, Missouri House Speaker Dean Plocher expressed skepticism about the bill’s prospects, indicating that there is little interest in advancing such legislation. 
February 13, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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February 12, 2025 at 7:52 PM
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There could be several layers of significance to the fixation on naming and renaming things, depending on the broader context of the administration's goals and strategies. Here are a few possible angles to consider: 1. Framing and Narrative Control - Naming is a powerful rhetorical tool. By renaming policies, agencies, or initiatives, an administration can shape public perception, rebrand past efforts, or distance itself from previous leadership. 2. Psychological and Cultural Signaling - Names carry historical, ideological, and cultural weight. Changing them can serve as a symbolic gesture toward inclusivity, progress, or a shift in priorities. Alternatively, it can erase or reframe past associations. 3. Legal or Bureaucratic Strategy - Sometimes, renaming something allows for policy maneuvers, such as bypassing restrictions on repealing previous legislation or justifying budget reallocations under a "new" initiative. 4. Distraction and Deflection - A focus on renaming can sometimes serve as a smokescreen, drawing attention away from more substantive issues or failures. It provides a visible, easy-to-market change without necessarily requiring deeper structural reform.
February 12, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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Where Things Stand Right Now • If Trump (or any president) controls the DOJ and U.S. Marshals, they technically have the power to resist court orders. • The Supreme Court can issue rulings, but they rely on the executive branch to enforce them. • If enforcement is ignored, the question becomes whether Congress, state governments, or the public will push back effectively. It's a fragile system that works as long as those in power follow constitutional norms. If those norms are ignored, then enforcement becomes a matter of power rather than law. What's your biggest concern here—do you see a specific event as a tipping point?
February 12, 2025 at 3:52 PM