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Most people are describing a force reduction in terms of absolutes but the third option provides a different approach. Reduce the overall U.S. footprint by leveraging allied and partner forces while maintaining strategically forward-deployed assets protected by 40,000 U.S. military personnel. Partner with willing nations to augment these ready forces, increasing total combined strength to 100,000.

POLL: Should the US shutter its bases in Europe and bring its 100,000 troops home? I'm not asking whether the US should leave NATO, just asking about the bases and troops. Looking for differences in European and American opinions. Explain why in the comments.

@SGTWipper1Each Get in shape first!

What's the best advice you could give to someone about to go to Boot Camp/Basic Training?

@Ragin_Cajun79 @CajunVetX @pitbullpatriot3 @hmcrem Most people are describing a force reduction in terms of absolutes but tge third option provides a different approach. Reduce the overall U.S. footprint by leveraging allied and partner forces while maintaining strategically forward-deployed assets protected by 40,000 U.S. military personnel. Partner with willing nations to augment these ready forces, increasing total combined strength to 100,000.

@hmcrem @harukaawake @Activist4Sanity

@harukaawake @Activist4Sanity Kakuni. Pork Belly. Delicious.

🇯🇵 A Muslim lady from the UK explains: "Japan is overrated. I don't like it because it's not Muslim friendly. Their rice is boiled in pork water". Actually, one of the best things about Japan is exactly that: we're not Muslim friendly. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Too bad for you.

@its_The_Dr Maybe a shift is needed!

100,000 U.S. troops and $60 billion a year defending Europe and zero help on Hormuz. Time to withdraw from NATO, if they can’t help, Move out of the way.

@CajunVetX Don't let the swamp keep you down, rise up and drink coffee.

Good morning Hope your day starts with energy, a smile, and a little extra coffee. Let's make it a great one!

If this is real... humanity is done.

@SGTWipper1Each FUBAR & WILCO most of the time and a few more... 5 X 5 Roger that Copy Nominal Off- Nominal

Do you still use any of these on a daily basis? FUBAR SNAFU BOHICA WILCO Ate Up Good To Go High Speed Pop Smoke Squared Away Voluntold

@Ragin_Cajun79 @CajunVetX @pitbullpatriot3 @hmcrem **Artemis II Return – Official NASA Recovery Log (leaked):** After a flawless 10-day journey around the Moon, the Orion capsule splashed down exactly as planned... ...except the "crew" that emerged needed a bit more than the usual medical check. NASA recovery teams were met by four very enthusiastic primates in full flight suits, high-fiving each other and apparently demanding bananas as their post-mission snack. One ape was overheard muttering, “Houston, we have a problem… the humans forgot to board.” Ground control is still trying to figure out how the actual astronauts were replaced by what appears to be the world’s most overqualified monkey cosmonauts. Mission status: **Successful.** Crew status: **Extremely hairy and suspiciously good at zero-g barrel rolls.** Next up: Artemis III – now accepting applications from chimpanzees with pilot licenses. Welcome home, fellas. The bananas are on us. 🍌🚀

@pitbullpatriot3 @Hunter_Eagleman @BrummettRobin I'm not emotional.

@Hunter_Eagleman @BrummettRobin I bet I've blocked more people this week than I have in the past 2 years!

I’ll be honest…. There’s some emotional retards on this app right now! Block button in effect today!

@ankoromochuu Feel the love.

正直、アメリカ人がこんなに日本を愛してくれてるとは知らなかった。 むしろ、アメリカ人は日本を下に見ていると思ってた。左翼にそう思わされてた。 実際には尊敬してくれていると知って、心があたたかくなってる。 アメリカ国内の日本の良いイメージは、安倍元総理の貢献も大きいだろうね🇯🇵🤝🇺🇸

@Tactical_review Who says they did not land...

I swear to god, if NASA doesn't do this in 9 days, I'm going to be upset. Visit Xring3.com

Nearest Spaceport-a-Potty That sleek, egg-shaped space toilet pod (complete with the private door, harnessed seat, blue ambient lighting, control panels, and those floating TP rolls + wipes packet) is next-level compared to the UWMS we were just talking about on Artemis II. Here are the top recommended positions in space to deploy this standalone toilet pod—chosen for engineering practicality, crew comfort, mission needs, and a bit of zero-g fun:1. Near Rectilinear Halo Orbit (NRHO) around the Moon — Lunar Gateway sweet spot Why: This is the exact orbit planned for NASA’s Lunar Gateway station (Artemis program). The pod could dock as a modular “bathroom annex” for crews staying weeks at a time. Stable, great views of the lunar south pole, and easy resupply from Starship or Orion. 2. Low Earth Orbit (LEO) — 400 km altitude, ~51.6° inclination Why: Classic ISS-style orbit for easy crew access and testing. Deploy it as an add-on module to future commercial stations (like Axiom or Starlab). Quick 90-minute orbits mean fast ground communication if the fan jams again. Bonus: Earth selfie background exactly like your image. 3. Cis-lunar space (trans-lunar trajectory) — attached to Orion or a deep-space habitat Why: For missions like Artemis II/III flybys or future Mars precursors. The pod’s built-in thrusters (those blue jets at the bottom) let it maneuver and dock autonomously. Keeps the main crew capsule “odor-free” during the 10-day+ trips. 4. Lunar surface habitat — South Pole (Shackleton Crater rim) Why: Permanent Artemis base camp. Bury or hard-dock the pod into a pressurized lunar habitat. Microgravity handles aren’t needed on the surface, but the private door and unisex design still win. Plus, the Moon’s 1/6 g makes cleanup way easier than free-floating.

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Spaceport-a-Potty That sleek, egg-shaped space toilet pod (complete with the private door, harnessed seat, blue ambient lighting, control panels, and those floating TP rolls + wipes packet) is next-level compared to the UWMS we were just talking about on Artemis II. Here are the top recommended positions in space to deploy this standalone toilet pod—chosen for engineering practicality, crew comfort, mission needs, and a bit of zero-g fun:1. Near Rectilinear Halo Orbit (NRHO) around the Moon — Lunar Gateway sweet spot Why: This is the exact orbit planned for NASA’s Lunar Gateway station (Artemis program). The pod could dock as a modular “bathroom annex” for crews staying weeks at a time. Stable, great views of the lunar south pole, and easy resupply from Starship or Orion. 2. Low Earth Orbit (LEO) — 400 km altitude, ~51.6° inclination Why: Classic ISS-style orbit for easy crew access and testing. Deploy it as an add-on module to future commercial stations (like Axiom or Starlab). Quick 90-minute orbits mean fast ground communication if the fan jams again. Bonus: Earth selfie background exactly like your image. 3. Cis-lunar space (trans-lunar trajectory) — attached to Orion or a deep-space habitat Why: For missions like Artemis II/III flybys or future Mars precursors. The pod’s built-in thrusters (those blue jets at the bottom) let it maneuver and dock autonomously. Keeps the main crew capsule “odor-free” during the 10-day+ trips. 4. Lunar surface habitat — South Pole (Shackleton Crater rim) Why: Permanent Artemis base camp. Bury or hard-dock the pod into a pressurized lunar habitat. Microgravity handles aren’t needed on the surface, but the private door and unisex design still win. Plus, the Moon’s 1/6 g makes cleanup way easier than free-floating.

@Ragin_Cajun79 @titan2_w53 The best way to BBQ is to show up about half an hour before lunch, offer to help, and don't forget to bring a case of Sam Adams - which pairs well with barbecued meat. Don't forget something for those who don't drink. Oh, no one turns down pie!

Anyone arguing “4 hours vs 10 hours,” is basically announcing they cook with hope you don’t understand BBQ. BBQ isn’t a timer... it's temp, feel, and control. People out there treating a pork shoulder like microwave instructions and then wondering why it eats like regret and shame. Cook to probe tender. Everything else is just guessing. 🤣🤣🤣 @goodbreffis @TapRootsFood @DadsSeasonings

プルドポークもどき、アメリカの人達がいっぱいコメントくれてるけど、みんな調理時間違って笑うんだけど。 5時間は短い！10時間はやらないと！と言う長時間派や手軽に食べるなら4時間でも良いよ！って派閥も居たり色々居るなぁ。 各家庭でやり方がある感じで面白い。

@CajunVetX Good morning! I won the night… now it’s time to conquer the day! I’m on my coffee break, sipping the good stuff while my wife’s Jesus music plays in the background. God is good, the coffee is hot, and this old dirtbag is still kicking. 😎

Good morning Just rolled out of bed looking like a majestic potato that survived the night. Coffee’s brewing, chaos is loading... let’s make today ridiculously awesome! Happy good Friday

@Ragin_Cajun79 @CajunVetX @pitbullpatriot3 @hmcrem Good morning.