Gymfrog007

Gymfrog007 t1_j98mfwk wrote

Because they feel entitled. And for a conversation I had with someone who does it. “Because if the Speed limit is 55, and I am going 55 in th e left lane, you don’t need me to pull over” They are also people who like to try to impose their will and beliefs on others. They want to be in charge. That…. And some are just stupid.

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Gymfrog007 t1_ivpfdeq wrote

We can agree on some points. Extremist are not good, they're are bad people on both sides. I would disagree with you that Trump wants people to succeed. I would disagree on claims that Trump created a lot of jobs. When Trump took office, the US was going on 11 years of economic expansion. Under Obama's last 3 years (36 months) job growth averaged 227,000 a month. During Trumps first 36 he was averaging 191,000. So job growth went down (and then covid hit, so we can't really compare numbers after that) Under Obama average household income increased about $5000 in his last 2 years, under Trump average household income only grew about $1500 in his first 2 years.

Racism is worse than you imagine. I have several friends of different backgrounds (Black, middle eastern, hispanic)(most of who I have served in the army with) who tell me that they fear for their Iives of they are ever pulled over for any reason. I have seen racism first hand with vulgarities shouted at them. I have had a privileged upbringing, being a white male in suburban Philadelphia, who has two parents that were teachers. I used to think that racism didn't exist, because for the first 18-20 years of my life, I had never seen it.

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Gymfrog007 t1_ivpat4n wrote

Their view is that fascism, racism, white supremacy is wrong, and oppose those who think it is right. Although I agree with their beliefs, I do not agree with how they express their beliefs.

Do you agree with their beliefs, or do you think that racism, bigotry, fascism etc are things to be supporting?

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Gymfrog007 t1_ivp9cj0 wrote

Everyone should feel safe. You are absolutely 💯 right.
There is no place for bigotry, racism, and misogyny.

They way that "antifa" handles their movement is wrong, but their belief is correct. They want to stand against fascist, racist, and extreme right wingers who want to take away rights for humans.

Other hate groups that would include "KKK" "proud boys" "neo-nazis" "identity church" should also not be tolerated as well

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Gymfrog007 t1_ivp2ga0 wrote

Inflation is a world issue right now, and the U.S. is handling it better than most of the world. Human rights are way more important to me. Having services for people who are struggling, and need a safety net are wonderful. Everyone should have health care that isn’t tied to their job. Everyone should be able to feel safe from bigotry, misogyny, racism etc.. . That my fellow Pennsylvanian is worth more the price of gas. (Which is controlled by the 1%)

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Gymfrog007 t1_ium8xgh wrote

What do you want to study? That would make a huge difference as well. If it is teaching, West Chester, or St Joe’s are great Universities, if you are pre med, Ursinus, Lehigh, Thomas Jefferson. I live in the suburbs, used to live closer (but still in suburbs) of Philly, if you plan to go to Temple or UPenn, you need to know where and where not to go. The campus is safe, don’t step off.

(BTW). I was an exchange student to Japan, and when to Tohoku Galkuin University, I found when I was an exchange student both in Hogh School and College to be some of the most rewarding times in school. Although you are studying, learning another culture/experience continues to open you mind to so many wonders.

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