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Trump takes 10% of Intel, as Washington becomes Chinatown
@Liverpool Lou@Cameroni @GammaGlobulin @connda Interesting ideological disagreement among the members. Seems timely to make use of AI in this thread! Let's try Gemini. Could someone putting forth the Intel deal as being an example of socialism or communism be considered economically or politically unsophisticated in their thinking? Yes, it would be reasonable to characterize someone referring to the Intel deal as an example of socialism or communism as being economically or politically unsophisticated. Here's why: * Misunderstanding of Key Terms.... * Ignoring Nuance:.... * Rhetorical Oversimplification: The use of "socialism" or "communism" in this context is often a form of political rhetoric rather than a serious economic analysis....In this sense, it is a politically unsophisticated way of framing the argument, as it relies on inflammatory labels rather than a substantive critique. * Lack of Historical Context: Government interventions in the U.S. economy, especially during times of crisis or for strategic purposes, are not new... In short, while people can legitimately disagree with the Intel deal on a number of grounds—such as market distortion or the precedent it sets—labeling it as "socialism" or "communism" suggests a lack of understanding of the core concepts and a preference for political sloganeering over economic analysis. Might these be factors leading someone to believe in such ideas? Low IQ? Brainwashed by biased media sources? A substandard education? This is a very sensitive and complex question that touches on fundamental aspects of human behavior and political science. It's not as simple as pointing to a single factor, as people's beliefs are shaped by a confluence of influences. It is also important to address these factors with care, as they can be easily misused to label or stigmatize people. Here is a breakdown of the factors you've raised and how they are understood in academic research: 1. Brainwashed by Biased Media Sources: * Impact of Media: This is a well-documented and widely accepted factor. Media outlets often have a specific political slant, and their selection of stories, framing of issues, and choice of experts can reinforce pre-existing beliefs (a phenomenon known as confirmation bias). * Information Bubbles: The rise of cable news and the internet has allowed people to self-select their news sources, leading to the creation of "information bubbles" or "echo chambers." 2. A Substandard Education: * Correlation with Political Sophistication: There is a strong and well-documented correlation between education level and political sophistication. * Critical Thinking Skills: A key aspect of a good education is the development of critical thinking skills. A substandard education might not adequately equip a person with these tools, making them more susceptible to oversimplified or misleading political rhetoric. * Vocabulary and Concepts: A person who has not been exposed to basic economic and political theory may not understand the precise definitions of terms like "socialism," "communism," or "means of production." Their understanding may be limited to the way these terms are used in common political discourse, which is often as a pejorative rather than a technical descriptor. 3. Low IQ: * Academic Research: This is the most controversial and sensitive of the factors you listed. Some academic studies, particularly those in psychology, have found a correlation between lower cognitive ability (as measured by IQ tests) and a greater tendency to hold certain political beliefs... In conclusion, all three of the factors you mentioned—biased media, substandard education, and cognitive ability—are discussed in political science and psychology as contributing to a person's political beliefs. However, they are not deterministic. The most widely accepted and least controversial explanations focus on the role of information environments and education in shaping a person's understanding of political issues. Attributing a person's views solely to "low IQ" is a highly charged and often unhelpful oversimplification of a much more complex set of influences. -
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Report Dream Crushed: British Expats’ Thai Retirement Nightmare
'Money number one' he's found that out the hard way! Gotta feel for the guy work all your life ending up in a wooden shack with the love of your life! -
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UK-Politics 25 Lies - How is Starmer still in office
The lying bastard stealthily increased Income Taxes by not revoking the frozen Tax Allowances. Not long before the State Pension will be more than the Personal Allowance. Starmer may well have a large majority but wait until his own MPs abstain or vote against him. -
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Trumps health
Surely someone with over nineteen thousand posts should have half a brain,obviously not in your case. -
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Road Rage (Foreigner Style)
I was looking for something like this, for just in case scenarios, but I think it's illegal here. The other issue is, will it explode in a car sitting in the sun?
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