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1. The country can reduce billions by trimming the fat. 2. Cutting capacity can increase productivity. 3. We can and should slash the military expenditure. 4. We should cut back and transform social security, medicare, and medicaid. Social Security could be so much better! My Current Contributions ($260K): Social Security Investment Yield (~4%): $330K S&P 500 Average Yield (~9.8%): $535K My Future Contributions at Age 67 ($760K): Social Security Investment Yield: $1.70M S&P 500 Average Yield (9.8%): $9.1M Retirement and Life Expectancy: Social Security Payout at Death at 73: $275K (avg age the man dies in US) Social Security Payout if Live to 77: $450K If my social security contributions were 25% of what me/employer had actually paid, and invested in the S&P 500, by age 67, it would theoretically be worth $2.3M. And think about what the government could do with that money. And just think about the state of the economy if more Americans had company ownership and vested interest in their success.

The previous video says... Scientist created a very poor experiment. In 1875, we have the lowest (coldest temperature) point in the last 10,000 years. This is exactly the time when meteorological observations started. Yes there is a global temperature increase in the 20th century. But an increase from what? (the coldest temp in 10K years). And this means that it will be very hard indeed to prove whether the increase of temperature in the 20th century was man-made or it's a natural variation. This variable temperature over 110K years is interesting (see article). Look at the linked photo below. https://www.amnh.org/var/ezflow_site/storage/images/media/amnh/images/exhibitions/permanent-exhibitions/rose-center-for-earth-and-space/hall-of-planet-earth2/hope-illustrations/5.0_pc_ld3_whaticecoresrecord._graph/3335637-1-eng-US/5.0_pc_ld3_whaticecoresrecord._graph_wide_2040.png The selective "time" framing impacts the story we are told. Do I think humans impact the climate? yes. Is it the worst threat to civilization in the next 100 to 1000 years? nope

Interesting 4 minutes

Advertisers had some concerns about X because of evolving content moderation policies and Elon Musk's public statements. However, the report by Media Matters, focusing on ads appearing next to neo-Nazi content, was the catalyst for these concerns. Ads were placed next to this content in only 0.0000009% of instances, a detail that is disingenuous to omit from the discussion. In my experience, this detail was omitted from most news articles and it is omitted in most discussions/criticisms.

It's not fun anymore. I'm all in for seeing some recovery and happiness soon.

Hmmm About the advertising... Did you know that X Corp filed a lawsuit against Media Matters in November 2023, alleging that Media Matters manipulated the user experience on X to show ads next to extremist content? The lawsuit is scheduled to go to trial on April 7, 2025. Links Easiest to consume initial complaint: https://www.adamtownsend.me/x-corp-v-media-matters/ All docket entries: https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/68023366/x-corp-v-media-matters-for-america/ TL;DR: Media Matters was created to combat the conservative agenda Media Matters was already critical of Twitter before the Musk acquisition X Corp. alleges Media Matters manipulated its platform by following only a few specific accounts to force ads next to controversial content, then used this rare occurrence to claim widespread issues as fact, prompting advertisers to pull from X. The rare content being just 50 out of 5.5 billion ad impressions that day. In reality, only Media Matters' employees saw these placements, not typical users.

Democrat says what most people know

The Mike Tyson code for the NES game "Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!!" is **007-373-5963**. This code allows you to start the game directly against Mike Tyson, the final opponent. Jake Paul cashing in, crashing out.

More of this please!

Early in my career I reasoned about this like a battery powering light bulbs. You have self, family, friends, career, and faith. You decide how bright each bulb burns through life's stages.

As the OP, I defined X as better from a user experience perspective, feeling that the platform had immediately become more of a "digital town square" where more voices are heard. I stand by this today, that X is better, and support that with "record usage" and "balanced politics" citations. There's chatter about an increase in hate speech and misinformation, but offense is in the eye of the beholder, right? Before Musk's acquisition, I was frustrated with Twitter's content. Now, I find X is a different atmosphere, one that resonates with me more. And when surveys show X's political balance, it just confirms my own experience. It's not like the echo chamber of Twitter or Gab. Musk's motives were clear from the start - it wasn't about making money; it was about fostering free speech and other principles. So it feels ingenuine to measure "better" based on private share value. (which clearly he has driven down) Would Musk sell X to a new owner that would revert X back to Twitter moderation policies? Would he do this to recoup his original cost? Would he do it for 2x his cost? Given a do-over Would Musk pay the 1 billion to get out of the contract or fight the inflated users (bots) concern? After buying X, would he focus more PR by self-control over his words? Would he keep moderation policy and staffing? Musk's behavior and statements suggest he values the mission of X over financial considerations. He has shown a willingness to endure financial losses for what he believes in... at least in the short term.

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Here we are talking about reducing Government Spending. This is remarkably important. The role sounds fantastic. A contribution just below the legacy "He loved his family and his family loved him."

Results matter more than effort. The creator's effort matters none to my consumer decision to buy the Ford F150. Rather my purchase is result driven. Is it useful for my needs, reliable, affordable? Sold! I don't want to pay five workers to stand around the slow/stop sign in the street for two months. I want the street repaired in 24 hours. Oh - you have someone that get the work done faster by being smarter without working harder? Great! Just get it done, now and well.

The mention of 80 hours weekly for two years isn't about strictly enforcing those hours but more about signaling the kind of dedication or work ethic desired in an employee.

Personally, I can work 55+ without missing family time. I cannot sustain 80 for more than a few weeks, a couple times a year. I've done 100 hour weeks a couple of times. All by choice. So long as I know my why, and get the rewards for my labor, the tradeoff is worth it. The golden handcuffs are heavy at times.

Vivek was raised upper middle class. He was nationally ranked at tennis and a valedictorian in High School. He graduated summa cum laude at Harvard. He made partner at a Hedge Fund before starting his own business. Listen to him speak, the historical knowledge and legal knowledge of America. That's enough evidence to know he knows how to chop wood and carry water (e.g. 55 to 80 hour weeks when needed).

Just depends. Kid in school and after school sports. Provider working 55+ through the week, dinner and a game together as a family, weekend time. Provider sometimes needs to put into more time across a few weeks to get important work done. Tradeoffs.

The next time the jews make an error on my baseball team, I'll remind them that I voted for Trump. That is a joke! I've never encountered any Trump supporters who align with those hate groups you mentioned, but I understand why you might feel uneasy.

This isn't about exploiting labor or doing menial labor like mowing the lawn for 80 hours. It's about engaging in creative, knowledge-intensive tasks. They're after the individual who's driven by purpose, who seeks mastery, and values autonomy, willing to go the extra mile for results. Consider lawyers who work 55 hours a week and then spend another 40 updating Wikipedia for free. That's the spirit they are looking for. In a corporate setting, they're aiming for the top 1% of performers who exceed expectations, not the 70% who just meet them. It's not about tracking hours; it's about a dedication to achieve. They want individuals who mirror their own zeal and commitment. If you're concerned about working hours, that suggests you value more free time. That is fine; this is not a job for you.

April 2022 (several months before the purchase was finalized)

Needs to be said again that the GAO takes credit for 75% of their past recommendations have been implemented over a four year period. This begs the question, what the hell do they do? (actually they do something) Just as a lamp should be put on a stand to light the room, the GAO and Congress' accomplishments should be made visible to ensure that the public can benefit from their work. This isn't criticism per se but an encouragement for better communication or marketing of their efforts. DOGE is exciting because its lighting up the room.

Without accountability, managers ensure the money is gone to secure next year's cash flow. With accountability and focus, it is remarkable how much money can be saved. In a big company, simply reclaiming unused software licenses can save millions. At home, buying in bulk and home cooked meals saves a tremendous amount. You fix what you focus on.

Love that https://x.com/realDonaldTrump directly announces his position assignments to the public.