I think it’s reasonable for someone to get frustrated when someone has a disability, but only if that frustration doesn’t negatively affect one’s behavior. First and foremost, the disabled person deserves to be treated and respected as a person.

When someone says TO SOMEONE ELSE they hate the fact that you can’t pay attention, maybe they’re only venting, or making a reasonable complaint. Are they still friendly on other occasions? Then your friendship is worth enough to them that they’re willing to tolerate the drawbacks. It may not seem like it at first, but that could be more of a compliment than anything. Actions really do speak louder than words.

The “jump off a cliff” remark is concerning, though. That’s not an okay thing to say, or even think. I’d recommend avoiding that person - but who’s telling you this shit? Are they a reliable source? How trustworthy can they be if they’re spreading nasty gossip about things that were said to them in private? It’s possible that they’re lying, or exaggerating.

Give people some slack, but not so much that you’re letting them treat you badly. Friendships are valuable. Don’t let the bad overshadow the good. Nobody, no matter how “perfect” they seem, has infinite patience. They also can’t possibly know what it’s like to be you.

The Texas Legislature (ALL governments at ALL levels, actually) should include many more women of childbearing age. There would still be some anti-choice jackasses, of course, but fewer of them.

True, but the government loves expensive toys.

This seems like it would be ideal for spying on your own citizens. Expect a US version soon - if there isn’t one already, that is.

I think one thing that most people can agree on is that they prefer walking into an empty public restroom. Nobody few of us like using the facilities while under observation.

At this point, all I can do is shake my head and laugh. I’d be concerned if these were supposed to be good faith negotiations, but they’re not, so what the fuck ever.

They might as well be using sock puppets. Only idiots take these people seriously.

This is one of those things that may be technically true if removed from its context, but doesn’t even occur to you unless you’re a heartless asshole. (Granted, we’re talking about lawyers here. Heartlessness is in the job description. But I digress…) In reality, I don’t think a lot of Palestinians are benefiting from having their land mercilessly bombed, their hospitals destroyed, and even their makeshift shelters targeted. Oh, and don’t forget the restrictions on aid and killing of doctors. Those things definitely outweigh any public health gains due to a reduction in obesity.

A beheading

They do it for the same reason people buy lottery tickets, despite the horrible odds: blind hope.

Plus, you never have to admit you were wrong.

Thank you. I was thinking “there’s no way he actually said the quiet part out loud”, but he really did!

Edit: the context is not what I expected. I encourage everyone to read the article.

His loss.

Theoretically, I’d say “sorta”.

Practically, I’d say “no”.

Capitalism can’t be “saved”, but it can be made less awful. Since capitalism is inherently amoral, “saving” it would mean MUCH more regulation. We’d have to force it into something marginally palatable, like ultraprocessed food. Then we’d need to keep a close eye on it, because companies/individuals will constantly be trying to manipulate the system. There isn’t the political will to do either of those things, though, and I don’t think there ever will be.

I often wonder if capitalism is a phase, and if it will be abandoned eventually.

“People have said they’ll leave Reddit if we kill old Reddit. We believe them. It scares us.”

I would like to call this man a relative. I’m out of grandpas anyway, so there would be no hurt feelings.

The trick is to wear them just right. Not too loose, not too restricting.

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So do I

She sounds like a real teacher. Nice.

I was just scrolling to see if anyone had mentioned them yet. If you hadn’t, I would have.

Nothing that relies on AI that can pass for a competent human.

Admittedly, this is an ignorant guess, but I don’t think we’re on the right track to manufacture consciousness. I’m not even sure it can be done at all.