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Originally Posted by Huggles
I don't know how they got people like you to fear monger so hard about everything from climate change to COVID to muh Russia to the Proud Boys to Trump, like everything is just fear fear fear.
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It’s not about fear—it’s about understanding the world through science, knowledge, and history. Climate change is backed by decades of research; COVID-19 responses are guided by public health science; and geopolitics like Russia or groups like the Proud Boys are analyzed in the context of history and societal impact. Recognizing these issues isn’t fearmongering—it’s about using the tools of progress to improve the world. Ignoring science and history doesn’t make challenges disappear; it just ensures we’re unprepared to face them. Knowledge is how we solve problems, not how we spread fear.
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Originally Posted by Huggles
Trudeau is out in Canada, and fuck Trudeau, but I'll give Trudeau the thumbs up for legalizing weed. That was the one good thing he did. He should have legalized cocaine and made it so coke is pure and as long as you don't have a criminal record, you should be able to buy legal, pure cocaine. My body, my choice!
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Dude I understand the "my body, my choice" perspective, but substance legalization is more complex than personal freedom alone. Legalizing cannabis was backed by public health studies, economic analysis, and social justice considerations. Harder drugs like cocaine involve different risks—addiction, societal harm, and public safety—that require careful regulation and education. Pure or not, cocaine use has a significant impact on individuals and communities, and addressing those impacts is crucial. You of all people should know this as you rant about the fentanol crisis all the time. This isn't about controlling choices; it's about using science and evidence to find solutions that balance individual freedoms with public health and societal well-being.
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Originally Posted by Huggles
I'm out here just living a free range life hoping that other people are also living their best lives, and hoping that if my daughter goes into sports, she doesn't have to compete with a dude living a delusion and pretending he's a woman and playing against her / her team.
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Meh, so what? Look at it this way - maybe she can beat the guy.
If she ever ends up in that position, tell her good luck and kick-ass for me.