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  1. Comment on Key moments from landmark US Supreme Court arguments on Donald Trump’s immunity claims in ~news

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    I feel there is some precedent for ripple effects into society if leaders aren't upheld to laws. This could potentially mean a lot more lawlessness among certain groups of citizens and quite...

    I feel there is some precedent for ripple effects into society if leaders aren't upheld to laws. This could potentially mean a lot more lawlessness among certain groups of citizens and quite frankly, that is scary.

    The potential for an authoritarian dictatorship loom along these same lines. No person should be greater than others.

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  3. A casual chat with ChatGPT about the prosperity of humanity

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    I was in a silly mood and wanted to fleece a socialist opinion out of the ChatGPT. For what it's worth it's nice to see the creators of the system aim for an unbiased answering machine. Poking a...

    I was in a silly mood and wanted to fleece a socialist opinion out of the ChatGPT. For what it's worth it's nice to see the creators of the system aim for an unbiased answering machine. Poking a little further and through a self-proclaimed "simulated opinion", I was allowed to take a peek behind its curtains.

    A few prompts later and I asked:

    What would you say is the ideal goal for humanity to steer towards?

    To which ChatGPT replied:

    Achieving the ideal goals of prosperity, equity, sustainability, and ethical responsibility requires concerted efforts across multiple fronts, involving governments, businesses, civil society, and individuals. Here are some strategies for accomplishing these goals:

    1. Policy Frameworks: Governments play a crucial role in setting policy frameworks and regulations that promote inclusive growth, social justice, and environmental sustainability. This includes implementing progressive taxation policies, investing in education and healthcare, and enacting environmental regulations to mitigate climate change and protect natural resources.

    2. Investment in Education and Skills Development: Investing in education and skills development is essential for equipping individuals with the knowledge, capabilities, and adaptability needed to thrive in a rapidly changing economy. This includes promoting STEM education, vocational training, and lifelong learning opportunities to empower individuals to participate fully in the digital economy.

    3. Inclusive Economic Development: Promoting inclusive economic development involves creating opportunities for all members of society to participate in and benefit from economic growth. This includes supporting small businesses, entrepreneurs, and marginalized communities, as well as implementing policies to reduce income inequality and promote social mobility.

    4. Technology for Good: Encouraging the responsible development and use of technology, including AI, can help harness its potential for positive impact. This includes investing in research and innovation to develop AI solutions that address pressing societal challenges, such as healthcare, education, climate change, and social equity.

    5. Corporate Social Responsibility: Businesses have a responsibility to operate ethically and sustainably, considering the social and environmental impacts of their operations. Embracing corporate social responsibility (CSR) practices, including fair labor practices, environmental stewardship, and community engagement, can contribute to building a more equitable and sustainable economy.

    6. Global Cooperation: Addressing global challenges such as climate change and inequality requires international cooperation and collaboration. Countries must work together to set ambitious climate targets, promote trade and economic integration, and support development initiatives that prioritize the needs of the most vulnerable populations.

    7. Public Awareness and Engagement: Fostering public awareness and engagement is essential for building support for policies and initiatives that advance the ideal goals of prosperity, equity, sustainability, and ethical responsibility. This includes educating the public about the benefits and risks of AI and technology, promoting civic participation, and empowering individuals to advocate for positive change.

    By implementing these strategies and fostering collaboration across sectors and stakeholders, we can work towards realizing the ideal goals of prosperity, equity, sustainability, and ethical responsibility, creating a better future for all members of society.

    To which I responded:

    Those all sounds very socialistic :D

    ChatGPT in return said:

    Indeed, many of the strategies outlined for achieving the ideal goals of prosperity, equity, sustainability, and ethical responsibility align with principles commonly associated with socialism, such as a focus on social justice, collective welfare, and government intervention to address market failures and promote the common good.

    Socialist ideologies often emphasize the importance of equitable distribution of resources, public ownership of key industries, and government intervention in the economy to ensure that basic needs are met and that everyone has access to essential services such as healthcare, education, and social support.

    While not all the strategies mentioned are exclusively socialist in nature, there is often overlap between socialist principles and policies aimed at promoting inclusive economic development, environmental sustainability, and ethical governance. In practice, countries may adopt a mix of socialist and capitalist policies to address complex socio-economic challenges, drawing on a range of ideological perspectives and pragmatic considerations.

    Ultimately, the goal is to find a balance that maximizes the benefits of economic growth and innovation while ensuring that the gains are shared equitably and that the well-being of people and the planet is safeguarded for future generations.

    I'm not sure where I want to head with this little musing. I just found it interesting enough to share. Thanks for reading!

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  4. Comment on Is Tildes failing to thrive? in ~tildes

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    I'll repeat what I've said in previous topic about economics. Growth for the sake of growth is nothing more than cancer. Tildes has carved its space into the internet as we know it today. Nurture...

    I'll repeat what I've said in previous topic about economics. Growth for the sake of growth is nothing more than cancer. Tildes has carved its space into the internet as we know it today. Nurture it, appreciate it for what it is and cherish it. Numbers are just numbers in the end. 50k likes, 2500 upvotes, or 12 thumbs up. It's all symbolism and is meaningless if you are here for the content itself. Life is not a game about being the best. Life is about finding meaning, beauty, enjoyment, sharing and caring about it with friends. Tildes is thriving in its own way.

    38 votes

  5. Comment on Is climate change driving the global rise in populism? If so ... how? If not ... what is? in ~enviro

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    Maybe it's because of a general feeling of unease and threat that we dig in and have a need for strong leadership. Hard times, hard measures maybe? Populism is notoriously known for outspoken...

    Maybe it's because of a general feeling of unease and threat that we dig in and have a need for strong leadership. Hard times, hard measures maybe? Populism is notoriously known for outspoken individuals.

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  6. Comment on 5.25-inch floppy disks expected to help run San Francisco trains until 2030 in ~transport

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    You're right. I was merely focused on the aspect of the drive alone. If they were to completely make their systems up-to-date that will easily cost what they have predicted it to be. Thanks for...

    You're right. I was merely focused on the aspect of the drive alone. If they were to completely make their systems up-to-date that will easily cost what they have predicted it to be. Thanks for your insight.

  7. Comment on 5.25-inch floppy disks expected to help run San Francisco trains until 2030 in ~transport

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    if that 5.25 driver is hooked up to anything it has to be IDE or SCSI. Safe to say any daughterboard tricking the system into thinking it's just another IDE or SCSI connection with a heavily...

    if that 5.25 driver is hooked up to anything it has to be IDE or SCSI. Safe to say any daughterboard tricking the system into thinking it's just another IDE or SCSI connection with a heavily reduced but acceptable data throughput will make any modern hardware work with that.

    5 votes

  8. Comment on 5.25-inch floppy disks expected to help run San Francisco trains until 2030 in ~transport

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    This feels like such an easy fix, right? I mean, if the content on the floppy disk is transferred to a usb stick for example. Alternatively if they still run IDE they could have an IDE to USB or...

    This feels like such an easy fix, right? I mean, if the content on the floppy disk is transferred to a usb stick for example. Alternatively if they still run IDE they could have an IDE to USB or SATA controller board and hook up an SSD or older harddrive. Just path the systems to the new location and boombadabing.

    That sets you back maybe 100euro's and a few hours of work max.

    Insane how they proclaim to it costing them millions and millions.

    5 votes

  9. Comment on Is collapse coming for us? in ~enviro

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    As long as economic growth comes at the cost of nature, sadly nothing will change. The only way is to be content with less and less. A simpler life, less conveniences, less comfort.

    As long as economic growth comes at the cost of nature, sadly nothing will change. The only way is to be content with less and less. A simpler life, less conveniences, less comfort.

    7 votes

  10. Comment on Linux Distro Recommendations in ~comp

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    I'll second Debian. It's a low-effort distro, easy to get into after a few days and a pleasure to use.

    I'll second Debian. It's a low-effort distro, easy to get into after a few days and a pleasure to use.

    8 votes

  12. Comment on As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push ‘anti-diet’ advice in ~health

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    If companies are so fond of their ESG ratings these days, maybe marketing against their own ESG goals should be made illegal.

    If companies are so fond of their ESG ratings these days, maybe marketing against their own ESG goals should be made illegal.

    2 votes

  13. Comment on What email client do you use? in ~tech

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    I'm also in the Tuta camp. I wanted a service specifically in the EU because of Five-Eyes and the like. Privacy is of tremendous value for me, not because 'I have anything to hide', but because...

    I'm also in the Tuta camp. I wanted a service specifically in the EU because of Five-Eyes and the like. Privacy is of tremendous value for me, not because 'I have anything to hide', but because it's a slippery slope if you don't.

    Works like a charm, simple and effective. Plus I like that I don't have a long username, nice and short email address.

    To answer OP's question, their app is in the same vein simple and effective. It just works.

  14. Comment on Hi, how are you? Mental health support and discussion thread (April 2024) in ~health.mental

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    35 yo, heavily depressed, passively suicidal, no work, still haven't finished a college/uni degree, no benefits/welfare because of silly rules and therefore reliant on the goodwill of my mom....

    35 yo, heavily depressed, passively suicidal, no work, still haven't finished a college/uni degree, no benefits/welfare because of silly rules and therefore reliant on the goodwill of my mom. Everything positive I try gets waved away by my brain after doing it. People say go out more, but nothing works to feel any sense of fulfillment to start to get the ball rolling towards a positive trend.

    It's making me numb and most days are just spent in bed, listening to music or just taking drugs in moderation to get my mind off things while also working through it mentally in an introspective and reflective way.

    Distraught and despondent.

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  15. Comment on 25th anniversary interview with RollerCoaster Tycoon’s creator, Chris Sawyer in ~games

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    From what I heard he's really not into being interviewed and hardly answers questions people send him. So this is very refreshing!

    From what I heard he's really not into being interviewed and hardly answers questions people send him. So this is very refreshing!

    10 votes

  16. Comment on What have you been listening to this week? in ~music

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    Sum 41's latest album dropped and it's a wonderful callback to their early days with that punk rock style. Coupled with some more mature topics and it's a great album from them. Love it.

    Sum 41's latest album dropped and it's a wonderful callback to their early days with that punk rock style. Coupled with some more mature topics and it's a great album from them. Love it.

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  17. Comment on Nobody warned electric vehicle owners how quickly they would burn through tires in ~transport

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    I'm a 35 y.o. depressed NEET, I have no money for a house, a car or kids. But it's nice to talk about it :'( Thanks for the suggestion though.

    I'm a 35 y.o. depressed NEET, I have no money for a house, a car or kids. But it's nice to talk about it :'( Thanks for the suggestion though.

    2 votes

  18. Comment on Nobody warned electric vehicle owners how quickly they would burn through tires in ~transport

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    I love my little Piaggio Porter 1.3L camper van :) 880kg on the scales.

    I love my little Piaggio Porter 1.3L camper van :) 880kg on the scales.

    3 votes

  19. Comment on Nobody warned electric vehicle owners how quickly they would burn through tires in ~transport

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    Best I can do is a pickup truck weighing in over 3 tonnes and costing over 50k.

    Best I can do is a pickup truck weighing in over 3 tonnes and costing over 50k.

    16 votes

  20. Comment on Nobody warned electric vehicle owners how quickly they would burn through tires in ~transport

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    Utilitarian 5-seater stationwagon, 250km range, 100hp, 1250kg, 15.000euro's. Come on, let's go. Some EV company has to be able to do this within EuroNCap restrictions right?

    Utilitarian 5-seater stationwagon, 250km range, 100hp, 1250kg, 15.000euro's. Come on, let's go. Some EV company has to be able to do this within EuroNCap restrictions right?

    12 votes