edit: GUYS fuck stalin and fuck tankies, period. i understand that this community is more sensitive than most to pro-stalinist vibes, and i apologize for unintentionally twinging that nerve, but you need stop calling each other (and me) slurs

good heavens, happy new year, fuck incarceration and murder in all forms

(mods pls also do your job and help with the slurs thing)

edit2: big thank u 2 da mods for helping with the slurs thing u guys rock 😎 💕

  • spujb@lemmy.cafeOP
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    2 years ago

    “any and all of my country’s actions are beyond criticism because at least we didnt kill them

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      2 years ago

      An important part of critical thinking is the ability to see flaws in comparisons and arguments even when they point towards conclusions you agree with. It’s telling that you interpreted their comment the way you did.

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      Hey, hey. Come on, now. The United States doesn’t just lock up brown people. We execute many on the spot, without provocation or probable cause. Credit where credit is due.