12 hours ago, Bday Prang said:

Of course his death was not exploited for gain or used as an excuse for civil unrest was it ?

I'll give you the benefit of the doubt as I'm unsure what point you are trying to make.  But if you are saying George Floyd death didn't result in civil unrest, you are sadly misinformed (see below).

 

Overview of Looting and Property Destruction

The George Floyd protests, which began on May 26, 2020, in Minneapolis, were largely in response to police brutality and systemic racism. While many demonstrations were peaceful, significant incidents of looting and property destruction occurred.

Extent of Property Damage

Financial Impact

• Total Estimated Costs: The property damage from looting, vandalism, and arson during the protests is estimated to be between $1 billion and $2 billion.

• Specific Incidents: In Minneapolis alone, damage to small businesses not covered by insurance was estimated at around $200 million.

Nature of Destruction

• Types of Damage: Incidents included vandalism, arson, and looting across various cities. Many businesses, both large and small, were targeted.

• Arson Investigations: The FBI and ATF investigated numerous structure fires linked to the protests, with at least 164 structure fires reported in the Minneapolis area during the initial days of unrest.

Arrests and Criminal Activity

• Arrests Made: Over 17,000 individuals were arrested during the protests, with many charged for crimes related to looting and violence.

• Criminal Coordination: Some looting incidents were well-coordinated, with groups using protests as cover to steal from businesses.

Conclusion

The George Floyd protests highlighted significant social issues but also led to widespread property destruction and looting, resulting in substantial financial losses and numerous arrests.

12 hours ago, ericthai said:

There you go again the MAGA fascist comments.. but your side is so nice and compassionate, agree with me or you're a Nazi....

We dont like Tesla anymore so drive a Tesla and we will burn it.  Working against the Federal government that are trying to enforce laws. 

 

So his Black History month Anti-White month?

I'm betting JT thinks men should take Tylenol when they are pregnant 🤣....just to spite what Trump stated.

16 hours ago, Bday Prang said:

Of course his death was not exploited for gain or used as an excuse for civil unrest was it ?

 

4 hours ago, howlee101 said:

I'll give you the benefit of the doubt as I'm unsure what point you are trying to make.  But if you are saying George Floyd death didn't result in civil unrest, you are sadly misinformed

I'm So sorry,  I didn't realise that anybody struggled with sarcasm to that extent,  Its hard to believe my post would be seen by anybody  as anything else, I certainly did not expect anybody to think I meant it literally. 

 But I guess there's always one. 

An A1 summary to a lengthy "dialogue" regarding Kirk.........

 

Kirk’s “debates” were aggressive, unequal, trolling affairs, in which he sought to provoke his interlocutors to distress, shouted them down and belittled them, spewed hateful rhetoric about queer and trans people, women, Black people, immigrants and Muslims, and selectively edited the ensuing footage to create maximally viral content in which his fans could witness him humiliating the liberals and leftists they perceived to be their enemies. This was not “debate”; it was not reasoned, good-faith discourse; it was not the kind of fair deliberation that democracy relies on. It was a mockery of those things.

Bickering posts & replies removed 

 

@Bday Prang

@howlee101

On 9/26/2025 at 6:26 PM, Jingthing said:

Not at all. 

It wasn't about Kirk.

It's about how evil people are USING Kirk's death.

That is DISGUSTING. 

The support for Kirk is just one more way for a minority of people who feel superior to others to try to legitimize white supremacy.  It's DISGUSTING to ignore who Kirk really was by trying to launder his reputation.

On 9/27/2025 at 6:30 PM, Will B Good said:

An A1 summary to a lengthy "dialogue" regarding Kirk.........

 

Kirk’s “debates” were aggressive, unequal, trolling affairs, in which he sought to provoke his interlocutors to distress, shouted them down and belittled them, spewed hateful rhetoric about queer and trans people, women, Black people, immigrants and Muslims, and selectively edited the ensuing footage to create maximally viral content in which his fans could witness him humiliating the liberals and leftists they perceived to be their enemies. This was not “debate”; it was not reasoned, good-faith discourse; it was not the kind of fair deliberation that democracy relies on. It was a mockery of those things.

Called free speech!

Quarrelsome posts were removed. Please debate the topic, and refrain from personal attacks. Thank you.

It was a hoax. Why would anyone mourn someone who is not dead?  Are people still buying this?

That's not even how people bleed. Anyone with an medical training could tell you that.

On 11/6/2025 at 9:24 PM, Cult of the Sun said:

It was a hoax. Why would anyone mourn someone who is not dead?  Are people still buying this?

That's not even how people bleed. Anyone with an medical training could tell you that.

Where ever he is, he is where he belongs

On 9/26/2025 at 5:49 PM, Jingthing said:

Normal mourning is of course more than fine but the maga fascists are trying and possibly succeeding into making him a martyr/saint. I heard today there is talk about putting his image on a flippin' coin! I predict a big effort to make him a national holiday -- a kind of anti-MLK day. Total insanity, totally uncalled for, and totally undeserved.

That just shows how racist many Americans are.  Not surprised here.

On 9/26/2025 at 6:40 PM, KwaiSabai said:

We must NEVER allow MURDER to be normalized.

Or having sex with young children,release the files!

I do not mourn his passing. I do feel horrible for his children and family.  But I also do not celebrate his passing.  This was would be inapproriate. I beleive many people feel the same way. 

Who is Kirk? 

 

The name of a central character in Star Trek.