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Clearly that man is Italian

Normally, at about 10 feet away I try to make eye contact and smile/nod during approach, then I’ll verbally greet at about 5 feet away.

This was something I learned while working at a resort and it stuck with me. By American standards, this is considered fast and early.

I was told my pronunciation was fine but what gave me away as an American was how long I took to say bonjour.

And by immigrants, they actually mean anyone that isn’t white.

Oh thanks

Sorry to sea

I wonder how many sugar cubes can be thrown into their fuel tank without them noticing.

For that price, buy a sewing machine and make something better, like clothes with pockets.

The Lorax

They do do

I think your definition of a global reserve currency is a bit out of touch. I would argue that there is no requirement for a global reserve currency to be untraceable but even if there was.

There are other assets that are untraceable and could still perform that function if it was a need.

As far as being fungible, and easy to transport, any digital currency would meet these requirements. It’s not like banks are physically shipping USD bills to anyone.

Right now, the US government is struggling to pay troops during the shutdown. And even if there were no shutdown, we are paying more in interest on the national debt then we do for the entire military industrial complex. So I don’t think the claim that the USD is backed by it’s military is a strong argument anymore, especially not if things continue on their current course or if any thing negative happens.

Honestly, I think a new reserve currency is inevitable. And I’m betting on it happening next year after the US has its first default.

I think it’s more likely to be some type of Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) which might be claimed to be backed by something tangible to enable global buy in but won’t really be.

I find it hard to believe USD to be switched for another fiat currency after its failure, but it would be cheaper than having a currency backed by gold and easier to control. I guess at the end of the day if one currency is more trusted that is enough to make the switch.

Oh, he said corn. Nevermind then.

Good point, forgot about that

Would agent Cooper be taking orders from Kash Patel and hunting Antifa for the FBI or would he resign and do his own thing?

I’d argue 1st Amendment rights and the weaponization of the legal system are also important.

Are you talking about this trial right?

Judge calls alleged conditions at Chicago-area immigration site ‘disgusting’

We need to stay aware of how this and similar trials unfold around the country.

ASL?

Evil