Could you have possibly imagined things getting as fucked up as they have? And it's not strictly because of covid...
Although, between lockdowns, mandates, forced vaccinations and Government handouts in the trillions of dollars as a way of trying to placate the masses it's almost easy to think that's the problem, but it isn't.
The problem, first and foremost, was people who couldn't see the forest for the 'mean-tweet' trees who elected a genuine jackass who has accomplished almost nothing in his life save being able to get re-elected. It really is just that simple.
Elections have consequences - and when we let idiots vote in them, we all suffer.
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Government over-spending and egregiously large free handouts to people for no reason puts too much money in circulation. That much money chasing limited amounts of goods causes inflation. The only way we know how to fight inflation is to raise interest rates to a point where people stop buying shit - we intentionally stifle the market. Demand is reduced causing prices to drop with sellers chasing after what little money is available for purchases. That drives prices - and values - down at the same time that inflation causes your dollar to be worth less. That also reduces your buying power.
What I just mentioned was basic Economics 101.
The jackasses in power obviously skipped school that year.
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According to research done by Perspectus Global, which consisted of interviewing 2,000 British people between the ages of 16 and 29, there are 10 emojis that, when used in texting, make you seem "old."
These include the thumbs-up emoji (👍), the red heart (❤️), the okay sign (👌), the check mark (✔️), the poo emoji (💩), the intense crying face (😭), the monkey covering its eyes (🙈), clapping hands (👏), the kiss or lips mark (💋), and the face with a grimace (😬).
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It's much creepier that that.
Each of these is an actual real insect.
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A survey by the American Advisors Group found that more than a third of Americans today feel unprepared or unsure if they are on track for retirement. And nearly a third of seniors say they either plan to work through the age of 70 or never retire, according to a study by BlackRock.
“The United States is definitely facing a retirement crisis,” said Nari Rhee, a director of the retirement security program at the UC Berkeley Labor Center. “If we don’t do anything about it, years down the line you’re going to wind up with a lot more seniors in poverty and reliance on public services.”
The pandemic, a war in Europe, interest rate hikes, as well as fears of a recession have all led to significant turmoil in the market, which have drained retirement savings. But inflation is quickly shaping up to be the most disruptive force.
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Does someone you know deserve
something a little 'special'?
This may be just the thing for her...
Click on the picture above for information on this specific item.
You can find something nice for your Mom, your wife,
your daughter or your girlfriend right here:
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we are capable of wonderful things...
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Throw a six-pack in a cooler, plop down in your
BarcaLounger, and watch this movie.
It's about life here in The Villages. I guess it was meant as a documentary thing, but it came out pretty funny. There are a lot of places where you'll wanna fast-forward, so you needn't suffer too long. But it is funny. Give it a shot...
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Microsoft Corp. is laying off nearly 1,000 workers across multiple divisions, according to news reports Monday. Axios and Business Insider reported the cuts late Monday. Sources told the news organizations that the number of layoffs was under 1,000, and span various regions and departments — including Xbox and Edge. Microsoft has about 221,000 employees worldwide, according to its website.
In an email to MarketWatch, a Microsoft spokesperson confirmed the accuracy of the reports, adding: “Like all companies, we evaluate our business priorities on a regular basis, and make structural adjustments accordingly. We will continue to invest in our business and hire in key growth areas in the year ahead.”
Microsoft is apparently the latest major tech company to cut staff amid fears of a looming recession. Snapchat parent Snap recently announced plans to slash 20% of its staff; Intel Corp. is reportedly set to lay off thousands of workers by the end of the month; and companies including Apple Inc., Oracle Corp. and Beyond Meat Inc. have also cut jobs, while Facebook parent Meta Platforms Inc. reportedly announced a hiring freeze last month.
I guess all those tech guys outta work will have to go to work on the oil pipelines, huh?
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