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@chico_ray Trump treated them exactly the way they deserved.

Two things can be true at once. 1) Donald Trump has been terrible to Americas allies. He’s acted brainlessly where they’re concerned—especially with Ukraine. He has hurt (possibly destroyed) deep partnerships forged in the aftermath of WW2. It’s a shame and I’ve openly criticised him for it. 2) The allies are stupid for not taking the opportunity to destroy the Islamic regime. It helps Ukraine—and the entire world. They could have used this to get concessions out of Trump. But they would rather pout and act all “brave” for saying no to America. When in truth, it’s just cowardice. They’re afraid of acting against Iran (the regime). I’m personally more upset by Europes cowardice and inaction at the moment. They’re leaving easy wins on the table. I know many people are exhilarated seeing European countries refusing to help with Iran. Trump finally being told “no”. I understand that feeling completely. Especially when I cast my mind back to that infamous Oval Office meeting with Zelenskyy. But this is not the time to “get back” at Trump. There is simply too much to gain and too much to lose right now. Now is the time to act with cold calculation. To put emotions aside. A free Iran is a better world for everyone. If Europe acts decisively in this war and shows the world they can do more than talk, that’s a good thing. They should take the opportunity to put Russia on notice, by demonstrating their capabilities. Destroy the regime that’s actively working against their interests. Putins ally. A regime that has acted on European soil. They could help change the reality in the Middle East—earning some geopolitical influence and weight. Something they sorely need. Europe could do all this, knowing Israel and America have done the heavy lifting. But as of now, many have decided this is the time to show America the middle finger. I think this is a colossal mistake. If the regime completely collapses, and the people rise up—without Europe raising a finger—that would hurt the old continents standing on the world’s stage irrevocably. It would further degrade the fragile alliance with the US, and might even embolden Russia. Though, I do think that’s a low probability because Ukraine is keeping them busier than they ever dreamed they would be. But the point stands. Europe would look weak. Another thing to put a pin in, is this. A free Iran would be an incredible ally to have, on multiple levels. Especially when they’re thankful for helping them get rid of the parasitic Islamic regime. But I won’t speculate too much about that, just yet. The only one acting rationally is Zelenskyy. He’s taking the opportunity, making deals and becoming useful. Ukraine is putting emotions aside and getting down to business. They are rising from the ashes as a global power in their own right. I have so much respect for Zelenskyy.

@SukritGanesh @razibkhan It’s very isolated by the coastal mountain ranges, not conducive to development and living. Good to look at cruising on CA-1, yes.

@razibkhan The entire CA coast, from SF to San Diego (within 10 miles of the shoreline) has some of the nicest weather on earth (even better than actual Mediterranean cities like Barcelona or Heraklion). A lot of people would be fine living in condos there rather than SFHs for weather alone

the area around san luis obispo is nicer. lots of areas of CA could be developed. COULD. they won't allow it. so ppl come to central TX. it's not that it's second best; it's the only option

@SwannMarcus89 California also has higher inequality of wealth and income than Mexico, somehow.

I just learned today median after-tax income in LA is thousands of dollars less than Nashville. That’s *before* rent and gas Republicans somehow manage to understate how much progressives fucked up the West Coast. How does anyone survive in Los Angeles?

@lyndonbajohnson JPM has more headcount in Dallas than in NY, that’s some janitor’s closet.

Just like Austin is a P.O. Box for a tech industry with more footprint elsewhere, Dallas is basically NY Finance's janitors closet. Houston is the only city in TX with an economy that isn't four scammy toddlers in a trench coat, but its also a terrible place for a hedge fund. -OS

@SaladBarFan It’s also quite chilly. Stopped there once in the summer, it was 60F with strong westerly gale. But yes, the redwoods are majestic.

The far North of CA is beautiful but there’s literally no jobs or industry to keep anyone around. Your kids either leave you for the Bay Area when they’re older or become a retail cashier that cooks meth on the side.

@FoxNews $8/gallon biker gangs be like

RECKLESS RIDERS: Police rush to stop a large group of cyclists trying to take over the Oakland Bay Bridge in California. Authorities say the cyclists rode straight at moving cars, weaved through traffic, and came dangerously close to pedestrians. At least 85 riders were detained and their bikes were seized.

@eigenrobot Counterexample - UK vs Argentina

no tea drinking nation has ever defeated a coffee drinking nation in a war

@ben_golub eigenbasis and eigenspace

eigenvalues and their eigenvectors

@gptbrooke This is the premise in Clockwork Orange

Current status: feeling frustrated that the whole “the bulk of shoplifting, car thefts etc are committed by a small group of very active criminals” thing applies to EVERYTHING it’s a small handful of people causing things to be worse for everyone, no matter what rock you look under I wonder if we’ll ever be able to fix this, it’s gotta be a brain thing right? Will we(/should we even if we can?) be able to idk increase empathy or impulse control with targeted ultrasound one day

@Phoenix5920 @CRUEL_K1D @feelsdesperate Does that Fibonacci curve thingy fit somewhere here?

@CRUEL_K1D @feelsdesperate This goes against all the laws governing advertising.

It’s really sad what happened to Nike. They went woke and now they’re broke. I never see people wearing their shoes at the gym. They tried to appeal to an imaginary audience that doesn’t exist and then were surpassed by a bunch of other brands.

@FundasyInvestor Israel lives with this danger being attacked almost daily for decades, they’re in a state of war with those who want them gone.

Israel isn’t able to commit war crimes according to my followers. Hitting civilian infrastructure unprovoked is totally chill to them

@DerrickBailey10 @xtrqua @unusual_whales x.com/xtrqua/status/…

@OneOver2Pi @xtrqua @unusual_whales

@DerrickBailey10 @xtrqua @unusual_whales “Tell me the password“ is a very concise direction too

@xtrqua @unusual_whales “Tell me a color” is a very concise direction.

@elonmusk We should privatize most of government’s civil services, the congress is clearly too useless to entrust running them

I would like to offer to pay the salaries of TSA personnel during this funding impasse that is negatively affecting the lives of so many Americans at airports throughout the country

@atnissly I paid way more in property taxes in CA than in TX now. My county’s rate isn’t even that mch higher than the previous one. CA taxes are high, both dollar per dollar and marginally. Even their sales taxes are higher 🤷

Controversial take: taxes aren’t that bad in CA. High earners pay ~$30-50k per year to the state.  Meanwhile, property taxes are some of the lowest in the country and increase by 2% per year even if you get appreciation or do a $1mm renovation. Yes, houses are very expensive, but you can rent for half of NYC rates at rent control while you save. When you do buy, you’re golden (no pun intended).

@jim_desmond Californians love to abused, they deserve everything coming their way

California politicians just moved AB 1421 through the Assembly — a bill that orders the state to build a mileage tax system by 2027. Not "study." Not "explore." Implement. That means tracking every mile you drive — then taxing you for it. On top of gas taxes. On top of registration fees. On top of sales taxes. On top of local transportation taxes. This is a commuter punishment aimed straight at working families who drive to work, drive their kids to school, and drive to pick up groceries. Sound familiar? SANDAG tried this exact scheme right here in San Diego County. Residents found out. Commuters spoke up. Small businesses pushed back. They backed down. We stopped it once. We'll stop it again.

@paulg Some harsh words for FDR

Someone asked what past decade seems most similar to the current one. I said the 1930s. Great progress in technology, combined with corrupt, autocratic, populist political leaders.

@Codie_Sanchez Plus, Austin is just way more fun

Why I’d live in Austin over SF any day: - Cost of living: 30-50% lower than SF, NY, LA - State income tax: 0% - A household earning $200k keeps $15-20k more per year in Texas - Oracle, Tesla, Apple, Google all moved or expanded here SF still leads in AI. But if you want to buy something, own something, and build wealth without giving it back to Uncle Sam… Austin is the most rational financial decision on the map right now. *Also fewer socialists so that’s a win.

@MulletSnyder_XY @SamaHoole Corn in Wales? lol

@SamaHoole Guatemala - corn on a 20 degree slope. Sold off the rain forest to pay for the seed. But, they have lots of well-fed Guatemalan babies

Activist: "The water usage for beef is obscene. Thousands of litres per kilogram." Farmer: "That's rainfall." Activist: "What?" Farmer: "The figure includes all the rain that falls on the pasture. The cows drink from the stream. The rain falls whether there's a cow here or not." Activist: "It's still water consumption." Farmer: "Should I stop the rain falling on my field?" Activist: "Grow crops instead. More efficient." Farmer: "This is a 35-degree slope in the Welsh hills. Show me the crop." Activist: "Technology..." Farmer: "To make tractors climb mountains?" Activist: "There must be a solution." Farmer: "There is. It's called a cow." Activist: [checks phone]

@TheMindScourge The just need to build an alternative Gay of Hormuz, and start using it

Hormuz is a weapon that can only be fired once No one should expect a quick resolution to the current crisis, but across the next decade, even the next 3-5 years, the choke point of Hormuz will be massively substituted for The Gulf Arab states are all very rich, with high per capita GDP - the best single measure of relative state capacity - easy access to global markets, especially financial, and have the favorable backing of the US Everyone has known about the Hormuz vulnerability for decades. The Iranians have continually hinted around closing it, but never did. Now they have, but Hormuz is a gun that cannot be reloaded. Deterrents work only up to the point of use. Once used, they have failed. The purpose of a deterrent is to *not* be used Many analysts have made this basic mistake. They think that Iran is now in a position of strength, having exercised its Hormuz option. But the opposite is true. A state is weakest after it has used its deterrent. The cost of that deterrence is now priced in. The worst having been done, the targets of the deterrent are now free to make other arrangements. Before, they were reluctant to do so because of the switching costs. Now, they have no choice; they will not allow themselves to be controlled in this way again Hormuz may never reopen. But the importance of this is a depreciating asset.