Do you want to discuss boring politics? (24 Viewers)

[The Philosopher]

It's not only tough on people but terrible for the wider economy, spending power literally removed from it through arbitrary interest rates. The whole system needs reform imo, the city is a leech.

The control of people via interest rates you say? It’s the way of the world.

It’s society based on fractional reserve banking - basically a huge ponzi scheme backed by bricks and mortar, bits of paper and sentiment.

Debt = slavery.

Get people into debt and forever take a slice of what they earn. It’s going further now with “debanking” and wait until central bank digital currency comes in; total control of government and banks over people

There are alternative lending models that some countries try before being liberated by the USA.

Just saying how it is.

 

---

[mmttww]

The family unit, crucial in nature since cave / tree times, is being destroyed at the false altar of limp-minded liberal circle-jerking.

because poster boys for the right like BoJo, Trump are... serial adulterers and repeat divorcés popping kids out all over the shop.

You're off the reservation with some of this stuff. Is this bloke a wind-up or does he actually believe what he posts? Absolutely nuts.

The idea that conservatism or the right means stable, healthy homes and family units might the most bonkers thing I've read on here.

 

[The Philosopher]

The idea that conservatism or the right means stable, healthy homes and family units might the most bonkers thing I've read on here.

Not sure what this means.

Have a Guardian article (liberals like those)

Having children may make you more conservative, study finds

Research offers possibility that a decline in the birthrate contributes to liberalisation

www.theguardian.com

And an AI overview.

You won’t like that because it doesn’t back up your assertion.

 

[The Philosopher]

Another one that belongs in the field

 

[SBT]

Posting a Gemini AI overview in lieu of an argument shows that we are truly dealing with the biggest brains the British conservative movement has to offer.

 

[mmttww]

Not sure what this means.

I'm shocked.

You posted that the family unit is at risk because lefties. I'm saying that people I've encountered in my time as a parent over the last fifteen years who are left leaning are no better or worse at making safe, loving homes and families than anyone else.

Also pointed out that people running countries who have been right leaning for a large chunk of that time have been run by two people who's attitude to the family unit is horrific in every sense that I can think of. I'm saying your argument is on pretty shaky ground.

 

[The Philosopher]

I'm shocked.

You posted that the family unit is at risk because lefties. I'm saying that people I've encountered in my time as a parent over the last fifteen years who are left leaning are no better or worse at making safe, loving homes and families than anyone else.

Also pointed out that people running countries who have been right leaning for a large chunk of that time have been run by two people who's attitude to the family unit is horrific in every sense that I can think of. I'm saying your argument is on pretty shaky ground.

Your experience in your bubble over the international study set out in the Guardian.

Because you say so.

Get in the field.

 

[mmttww]

Have a Guardian article (liberals like those).

and the headline to this is 'Having children may make you more conservative, study finds'. It talks about how socially conservative people are when they've had children vs. when they don't. No mention anywhere in it that I can see about the quality of the environments that people create for their family based on their politics. How's this relevant?

 

[mmttww]

the international study set out in the Guardian.

which it looks like you didn't read a word of.

 

[The Philosopher]

Posting a Gemini AI overview in lieu of an argument shows that we are truly dealing with the biggest brains the British conservative movement has to offer.

Argument?

That’s what unintelligent people do.

An AI article with links to studies in Science Direct publications and PNAS studies which gives detailed evidence to fortify the assessment?

I’ll stand by that rather than snivel and drivel.


SBT, get in the field

 

[The Philosopher]

which it looks like you didn't read a word of.

Why the angry flouncing now?

It’s a nice day. Enjoy it.

 

[mmttww]

Why the angry flouncing now?

I've read what you posted, I read the article you shared. I asked what they have to do with each other and you asked me why I'm flouncing. Bit weird.

Feels like, in your head, you're Christopher Hitchens when your posts read like an older version of a kid in a chatroom claiming some pwns. Have fun!

 

[The Philosopher]

I've read what you posted, I read the article you shared. I asked what they have to do with each other and you asked me why I'm flouncing.

Feels like, in your head, you're Christopher Hitchens. Your posts read like an older version of a kid in a chatroom claiming some pwns.

You asked me no such thing (what they have to do with each other)

Note above is a copy of your pre-edited response.

Say what you mean and stick with it.

 

[mmttww]

what they have to do with each other

OK, I didn't ask. Do you want to explain it? You want to tell us how you think are lefties ruined the family unit?

 

[The Philosopher]

OK, I didn't ask. Do you want to explain it? You want to tell us how you think are lefties ruined the family unit?

Again, finding it difficult to grasp what you are saying with clarity. Some words maybe missed - it happens.

Peter Hitchens v Polly Mackenzie: Has liberalism eroded the family? - Bright Blue

PETER HITCHENS: Dear Polly, All my life energetic, admirable and courageous people have tried to help those who suffered in the cold glare of strict old-fashioned sexual morality. Who can...

www.brightblue.org.uk

You refer to Hitchens, but the elder is dead so here’s the younger brother giving an outline as to how liberalism has eroded the family unit.

 

[Captain Dart]

The control of people via interest rates you say? It’s the way of the world.

It’s society based on fractional reserve banking - basically a huge ponzi scheme backed by bricks and mortar, bits of paper and sentiment.

Debt = slavery.

Get people into debt and forever take a slice of what they earn. It’s going further now with “debanking” and wait until central bank digital currency comes in; total control of government and banks over people

There are alternative lending models that some countries try before being liberated by the USA.

Just saying how it is.

Most people have no idea how the banking system works to exploit the many.

Will bitcoin help, couldn't say. I just try and keep my head above water.

 

[mmttww]

You refer to Hitchens, but the elder is dead so here’s the younger brother giving an outline as to how liberalism has eroded the family unit.

OK. Read that. He doesn't seem to offer any evidence to support his opinion that I can see, whereas the person he's debating with offers some that calls his opinion into question. He's entitled to his opinion, but it's not exactly a slam dunk that backs up your 'lefties have ruined the family unit' idea.

 

[mmttww]

Again, finding it difficult to grasp what you are saying with clarity. Some words maybe missed - it happens.

You said that lefties, liberals whatever have ruined the family unit. I've never seen anything in my life that shows that to be the case. Everything you've posted in support of what you said doesn't seem to support it. Interested to know in your own words how the lefties did what you said.

 

[The Philosopher]

You said that lefties, liberals whatever have ruined the family unit. I've never seen anything in my life that shows that to be the case. Everything you've posted in support of what you said doesn't seem to support it. Interested to know in your own words how the lefties did what you said.

Kids just back from school (they finish at 17.30) so going to spend some time with them. I’ll revert later.

In the meantime, please explain how the family unit has benefitted from liberal progressive policies…..?

 

[mmttww]

In the meantime, please explain how the family unit has benefitted from liberal progressive policies…..?

Tell me what you think's so wrong with how things are now and when things were better than they are now, and I'll give it a shot!

 

[shmmeee]

Kids just back from school (they finish at 17.30) so going to spend some time with them. I’ll revert later.

In the meantime, please explain how the family unit has benefitted from liberal progressive policies…..?

Mostly breaking up abusive relationships is best for all involved, non standard arrangements like gay and lesbian parents or single parents are better recognised and supported. Child tax credits, child benefit and enforcing child maintenance has made a significant impact on child poverty rates.

 

[Nuskyblue]

Mobile phones are not a luxury in the UK in 2025.

And that's why I put it in inverted commas, because I don't see them as luxuries. Or flat screen TVs.

I'd argue that the latest model iPhone every year or two is a luxury, who needs a grands worth of phone, it is rank consumerism.

 

[PVA]

I'd argue that the latest model iPhone every year or two is a luxury, who needs a grands worth of phone, it is rank consumerism.

The latest iPhone is a luxury item. A basic/standard smartphone is an essential.

 

[Brighton Sky Blue]

Kids just back from school (they finish at 17.30) so going to spend some time with them. I’ll revert later.

In the meantime, please explain how the family unit has benefitted from liberal progressive policies…..?

Paid parental leave allows new parents to spend more time raising their newborn children. Awful I know.

 

[MalcSB]

We're not allowed to WFH despite it all the data for my profession showing it improves productivity. We're required to have reliable internet at home for 'emergency' calls at evenings and weekends.

Obviously when we get those calls, which are rarely emergencies, we don't receive any overtime or on call allowance.

The smartphone requirement for our clients is to allow them to log in when at the office so again they aren't getting any WFH benefit in return for allowing their personal devices to be used by their employer. Technically we can wipe and disable someones personal device if they leave the company.

TBH, sounds shit.

 

[Nuskyblue]

The latest iPhone is a luxury item. A basic/standard smartphone is an essential.

Agreed, basic/older models are very, very affordable.

 

[Captain Dart]

The torching of Starmer's properties/former properties is extremely concerning.

Sorry, not politically correct, nahh not sorry.

 

[Brighton Sky Blue]

Sorry, not politically correct, nahh not sorry.

So I take it if someone called for Nigel Farage to be burned alive it would be all well and good?

 

[shmmeee]

So I take it if someone called for Nigel Farage to be burned alive it would be all well and good?

Someone search Jo Brand in the spreadsheet.

 

[Captain Dart]

So I take it if someone called for Nigel Farage to be burned alive it would be all well and good?

Yeah, provided it's a joke not keen on boundaries on humour. Not that blekeley's post advocates any violence it is a humorous comment on Starmer's deep unpopularity with many.

 

[shmmeee]

The rights idea of “family” seems to be “my wife can’t divorce me and my kids can’t learn stuff I don’t teach them”, which belies a certain lack of confidence in your own family maintaining abilities.

 

[Brighton Sky Blue]

Yeah, provided it's a joke not keen on boundaries on humour. Not that blekeley's post advocates any violence it is a humorous comment on Starmer's deep unpopularity with many.

I find it hard to hate him. He’s the most beige politician there is, in multiple respects.

 

[Captain Dart]

I find it hard to hate him. He’s the most beige politician there is, in multiple respects.

So let's jazz him up a little, you'll hate this

 

[Ian1779]

Because they and their benefits are ignored / taken for granted by younger generations. We didn’t have a land line at home until I was 19. Kids have devices these days.

Do you reckon grand parents in the early 1800’s were pissed off that their kids and grandkids took the smallpox vaccine for granted?

 

[mmttww]

So let's jazz him up a little, you'll hate this

That's so bad it's not possible for it to be funny. You need to get Cassette Boy on it and you're sorted.