I appreciate that, I was going to suggest a breakdown as it’s multi-faceted, but like you said, it’s so so complex and I understand.To be honest, there is so much wrong with your posts from an economic theory and reality standpoint I am not sure I have the energy, especially after that match today, to break them down point-by-point. You got a few facts correct (basic understanding of the current stats of dollars position as a reserve currency, stating that the economy is different to the equity markets), but your analysis is based on false assumptions or wholly incorrect understanding of how markets work (and the current state of them), how elements of Trump’s proposed economic policies would actually impact the US (and world) economy, and the implications of China’s ongoing economic and geopolitical policies and actions (domestically, with US, and across the world).
As far as your political analysis and forecasting, my counter view is based on extreme disagreement with your base stance and assumptions, as well. But that would be entirely opinion driven, if I do consider mine to be educated and informed, so not sure there is any point in arguing on those points. Neither of us are likely to change the other’s position.
Easier to just call him a dick and ignore him from now on.This is absolute nonsense and, once more, I know you are intelligent enough to know it is.
I don’t call you a Good German because you won’t “join in on the hate”, whatever that even means.
I call you that because you meet the definition, staying “neutral” (even though you are actually taking a side) in the face of the rise of an increasingly dangerous and inhumane movement in the US and Europe. You’ve chosen a side, whilst trying to disingenuously claim you haven’t.
And to say there is totalitarian behaviour and abuse in this thread because people call you out on your constant ignorant takes (that you never acknowledge were wrong even after being conclusively shown to be) and intentional trolling bullshite is utterly pathetic. Especially coming from someone that constantly says that all opinions should be welcomed in the thread and responses are why the forum exists.
The irony is you spend more time in the US politics threads than most any of us, and could easily be accused of “policing” them.
I’ve tried that and have admittedly failed miserably.Easier to just call him a dick and ignore him from now on.
Why does everyone in your head have to have a 'side'. It's odd to say the least. I find the political situation in the US interesting, I think Kamala is a better option than trump for reasons I've stated many times and I've not had anything particularly positive to say about trump. Just because I've not radicalised myself online into thinking trump is Hitler and Kamala is great does not make me a supporter of either.This is absolute nonsense and, once more, I know you are intelligent enough to know it is.
I don’t call you a Good German because you won’t “join in on the hate”, whatever that even means.
I call you that because you meet the definition, staying “neutral” (even though you are actually taking a side) in the face of the rise of an increasingly dangerous and inhumane movement in the US and Europe. You’ve chosen a side, whilst trying to disingenuously claim you haven’t.
And to say there is totalitarian behaviour and abuse in this thread because people call you out on your constant ignorant takes (that you never acknowledge were wrong even after being conclusively shown to be) and intentional trolling bullshite is utterly pathetic. Especially coming from someone that constantly says that all opinions should be welcomed in the thread and responses are why the forum exists.
The irony is you spend more time in the US politics threads than most any of us, and could easily be accused of “policing” them.
If you are “neutral” during the rise of fascism, then you have chosen the side of fascism.Why does everyone in your head have to have a 'side'. It's odd to say the least. I find the political situation in the US interesting, I think Kamala is a better option than trump for reasons I've stated many times and I've not had anything particularly positive to say about trump. Just because I've not radicalised myself online into thinking trump is Hitler and Kamala is great does not make me a supporter of either.
You are totalitarian in that you spend most of your time on here jumping on any views that don't fit your own, constantly accuse other posters of various things and try to get people to not engage with posters you don't like. That is actually fairly dodgy.
Just because I've not radicalised myself online into thinking trump is Hitler and Kamala is great does not make me a supporter of either.
I've criticised trump for plenty, and don't defend his comments ever. I just don't agree with the 'next hitler' rhetoric. Just because I don't agree doesn't make me a 'good German' or an enabler of trump.A bit disingenuous there. Criticising someone for racist, sexist and general offensive comments does not equate to thinking Trump is the next Hitler.
And preferring his opponent doesn't equate to thinking she is great.
And it's not a great surprise when people question the neutrality of someone whose first thought isn't to criticise racist, misogynistic and generally offensive words and behaviours but to criticise or question those who find those words and behaviours unacceptable.
Not saying this is you (you're far more subtle than that) but there's more than one or two of those neutrals on this forum.
I mean, his rhetoric is Hitlerian. Question is whether he’d ever truly be able with the context of today’s America to go down some of the fascist, dictatorial paths Hitler did. Personally I don’t think so — though I must say the LA Times and Washington Post’s refusal to endorse anyone was a very bad sign IMO.I've criticised trump for plenty, and don't defend his comments ever. I just don't agree with the 'next hitler' rhetoric. Just because I don't agree doesn't make me a 'good German' or an enabler of trump.
I think his worst ideas are as unlikely to be implemented as his economic promises. I still think there are too many checks and balances in the system - the largest being that 10000 people are involved/ appointed in a new American government. It's not just trump and his maga inner circle. He had a difficult relationship with the intelligence community and senior military staff officers last time, so I think there are also barriers to extremism there.I mean, his rhetoric is Hitlerian. Question is whether he’d ever truly be able with the context of today’s America to go down some of the fascist, dictatorial paths Hitler did. Personally I don’t think so — though I must say the LA Times and Washington Post’s refusal to endorse was a very bad sign.
Like I said, far too subtle.I've criticised trump for plenty, and don't defend his comments ever. I just don't agree with the 'next hitler' rhetoric. Just because I don't agree doesn't make me a 'good German' or an enabler of trump.
But we as America don’t even need to take that chance, right? Just vote for Harris — a normal person, a normal politician, whose probably left of center more than some but otherwise a bog-standard Democrat.I think his worst ideas are as unlikely to be implemented as his economic promises. I still think there are too many checks and balances in the system - the largest being that 10000 people are involved/ appointed in a new American government. It's not just trump and his maga inner circle. He had a difficult relationship with the intelligence community and senior military staff officers last time, so I think there are also barriers to extremism there.
I agree with the first part about Trump withdrawing support for Ukraine, but not the rest of what you posted which tbf is well particularised.He’ll withdraw support for Ukraine, and negotiate a peace deal where everything bar Crimea is handed back, under the conditions of NATO being disbanded and Ukraine joining the EU, probably with some sort of Russian peace keepers in the Donbas.
CrikeyI know, it’s pretty obvious to everyone, I hope it’s the left kicking off, looks like it’s going to be that way.
FWIW I think Trump will win and be a disaster, but also think it’s a no win situation. I think he’s going to isolate the US economically, and I foresee a lack of intervention in foreign tensions (outside of Israel) causing a lot more drama (and I think he’ll be right in doing so).
He’ll withdraw support for Ukraine, and negotiate a peace deal where everything bar Crimea is handed back, under the conditions of NATO being disbanded and Ukraine joining the EU, probably with some sort of Russian peace keepers in the Donbas.
BRICs membership will continue to grow and US government spending will be halved; these will offset each other as far as the dollar is concerned with it slightly weakening.
I think this will be better for the US, because it’s such a big country and so self sufficient I think it’ll strengthen internally but become a much smaller player internationally, with China taking up the difference, who, I believe, will be a much more responsible power.
That nobhead was an apologist for Putin right at the start of the invasion so it’s absolutely no surprise he would prefer a Trump win in the election.Crikey
As an outsider I wanted Kennedy, Trump is a buffoon, probably the best option out of the two, I’m by no means a fan.That nobhead was an apologist for Putin right at the start of the invasion so it’s absolutely no surprise he would prefer a Trump win in the election.
I was just taken aback by the sweep of his nonsense, which included the classic that US gov spending will be halved, thus making way for the much more responsible power that is China.That nobhead was an apologist for Putin right at the start of the invasion so it’s absolutely no surprise he would prefer a Trump win in the election.
You think Kennedy is not a buffoon? He is a fucking raving nutcaseAs an outsider I wanted Kennedy, Trump is a buffoon, probably the best option out of the two, I’m by no means a fan.
He is, but he’s not as mad as the other ****.You think Kennedy is not a buffoon? He is a fucking raving nutcase
Ultimately the Ukraine thing will end up like all wars with people sat round a table. I agree with him on trump cutting Ukraine loose, but not on the post war settlement. I think it's more likely to be a 'frozen conflict' pretty much with the territorial lines as they stand.That nobhead was an apologist for Putin right at the start of the invasion so it’s absolutely no surprise he would prefer a Trump win in the election.