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One of the strawman arguments that often bugs me is when people say, “Left, Right, it doesn’t matter. They’re both equally bad”. That really grinds my gears because it’s really not true. Like how people dismiss SlotoCash Casino without having ever tried it out. Now, if they were to say that “Politicians, left or right, are equally bad”, or “GOP or DNC, they’re both bad”, there’s a stronger argument.

In the past several years (and most blatantly during COVID), the political establishment has proven itself to think and act in its own interests. Tyrannical overreach, rules for thee but not for me, blatant hypocrisy, waffling on positions, and outright lies have become the status quo for nearly everyone in government across the West.

The political establishment (aptly named “The Swamp”) has proven over and over again that the only thing it can agree on is giving more power to itself at the expense of everyone else. This is true of swamp creatures across the aisle, whether we’re talking about Nancy Pelosi or RINOs like Mitch McConnell.

Even (or perhaps especially) if we step outside the United States, we see the same trend across the globe. Millions of people are protesting against their governments across the globe, and you’ve probably heard neither head nor tail of it; protests in England, France, Canada, Australia are simply being ignored by the establishment and legacy media or outright suppressed when the police have the numbers to do so.

However, let’s step back from the politicians for a moment and talk instead about the ideologies each of these sides are supposed to represent. I will do my best to present Left and Right-wing positions as accurately as possible, but I think it’s pretty obvious that I am a biased commentator. I’m ideologically conservative, and my intent is to express why people who think like me look at Left-wing ideology and reject it.

I think that most people fall fairly neatly into the Left or Right-wing camps. Many who claim themselves to be objective, I’ve found, are usually just ignorant of all politics and lack the investment to actually take an actual, principled stand on any given issue. Usually, these people end line up as Left-wing by default if you were to actually talk to them for more than five minutes. I’ll get back to that, but first, let me present two stark contrasts that I encountered fairly recently reminiscent of the results of Left versus Right-wing ideology.

My Travels

Due to some fairly annoying bureaucratic shenanigans, I was recently booted out of my dorm room at University and had to find new lodgings. Since it’s not practical for me to commute from my parents’ house, I ended up with an apartment and two roommates in a town about fifteen to twenty minutes outside of the University Town by bus.

Thankfully, the housing situation is all sorted now, but something I hadn’t expected was just how much I like the new community I’ve moved into. It’s tiny, with only two buses that pass through hourly and conservative to the extreme. Everyone’s religious, there are families everywhere, there’s lots of nature, and everyone is just so… clean and maintained. Wholesome is the word that comes to mind.

Then I went and visited a large, sprawling city. This is a place that’s immensely desirable to live in. There’s an active nightlife scene, with bars and nightclubs dotted everywhere. Various major tech companies all have offices and research facilities here (Read: High paying jobs). There are stores and malls and a beach that is constantly buzzing with visitors and activity.

And I hate it.

The place is noisy, dirty, and crowded. There’s graffiti everywhere, and a quarter of the population look like junkies. Everything is expensive. The traffic is a nightmare, and I constantly feel on edge when walking the streets.

I guess I should make the small disclaimer that, no, I’m not talking about LA.

My takeaway from visiting both of these places is that the big city is extremely left-wing, both in culture and in politics, while the little town was right-wing in both culture and politics.

After all, politics is upstream from culture. Given the bias to which I have already admitted, I guess it’s no surprise which one I prefer. The question I’ve been building up to this whole time is, why is the big city, with all the money in the world, seem like such a garbage place to live, while the tiny community (I’m am going to call them Big George and Little George from now on) doesn’t? And I think the answer lies in the ideologies that each of them reflects.

Left vs. Right: Fundamentals

If you have ever taken one of those online political compass tests, defining a person’s politics is plotted on a grid, where the vertical axis is Totalitarianism versus Libertarianism, while the horizontal axis is Left vs. Right, on the Left and the right, respectively. Or sometimes they’re replaced with Liberal vs. Conservative, which more accurately represents the distinction.

Someone who is right-wing or conservative is all about traditions and culture. Morality is absolute, and responsibility is the backbone of integrity. Self-sufficiency, individualism and family values are more often than not core values to conservatives. They priorities their families, themselves, and their communities- in that order.

Someone who is left-wing or liberal is usually anti-traditional or rebellious. I know, I know, it’s a stereotype. However, there’s truth to it. Most left-wing positions are the complete opposite of cultural norms. Gender roles, masculinity, the nuclear family, religion, and institutions of power are all things to be criticized and challenged.

In an ideal world, people would look at the various political positions of every ideology and pick the one that they believe makes the most sense. However, humans are not so simple, and rather than voting for whatever economic policies make the most logical sense, people vote for whoever lines up with their worldview, rather than shaping their worldview with the facts of reality.

This difference of viewpoints that are fundamental to each ideology creates a trend of personalities that favors one set of political beliefs while others favor the other. To be clear, the world needs both kinds of people. The world needs Left-Wing mindsets to push boundaries and think outside of the box. The world also needs right-wingers to warn them against reinventing the wheel. There’s a study that shows that the majority of the best entrepreneurs are left-wing, while the best managers are right-wing, and I can believe it.

Accountability, the Left, and the Lack Thereof

The problem with the left-wing worldview is that it often eschews personal responsibility in favor of a “live in the moment” mindset. That kind of mindset might be okay during high school and college, but once you become an adult, you need to grow up, and I think a lot of the most radical left-wingers haven’t accepted that.

You can see this absence of responsibility is nearly every left-wing position. Affirmative action, socialism, and welfare are all economic plans that are intended to remove any sort of personal responsibility from the beneficiaries.

Because of affirmative action, black workers and students may never know if they got the job or their success because they were capable or because of the color of their skin.

Socialism puts the burden of responsibility for taking care of you onto the government so that the average person doesn’t have to work. Who doesn’t want to collect their government food rations from a DMV-Esque institution?

Welfare, while intended as a safety net, incentivizes unemployment and single-motherhood financially. Although intended to help the poor, I think it has unintentionally destroyed black communities by discouraging jobs and encouraging “baby mamas”. During the Civil War, black people were married at a higher rate than white people- so how is it that now 70% of black men grow up without a father?

Let’s not forget abortion. So if you’re not interested in the tax returns (or, you know, the responsibility of caring for a child), you can always just get the baby aborted! What’s a little infanticide for the sake of eighteen years of inconvenience? Don’t make better life choices- just revel in sex and drugs and worry about the consequences later!

Because another idea that seems fundamental to the radical Left is the destruction of the nuclear family. Both Antifa and Black Lives Matter had this as one of their goals, listed on their websites, right up until this became more publicly known, and they removed it. Why do they hate families?

A lot of the justification I’ve read online reads like it was written by people who grew up in a bad home and have a hard time imagining that other people might not actually hate their parents. Whatever the justification is, it’s another responsibility thrown out the window so that the new, strong independent women can go party and drink some more. Right up until they’re forty-five, and realize just how sad and miserable they are.

The left-wing attitude towards Vaccine Mandates, the second amendment, and businesses all follow the same trend. The data shows, for instance, that Covid Vaccines don’t reduce transmission but do reduce the severity of catching Covid. At this point, anyone who wants the vaccine can get it. So why on Earth is the Left insisting that everyone must be mandated?

It’s because the Left seems to despise personal responsibility and freedom. If you are fat, it’s not unhealthy; everyone else is just judgmental. If you decide to not take the vaccine, for whatever reason, then clearly something is wrong with you, and the government must come in and save the day.

“You are being rescued. Please do not resist.” K-2SO, “Rogue One”.

What’s more, this trend of anti-personal responsibility and free choice has bled into other cultural elements. Nearly every time a video game gets released that gets a reputation for being hard, there’s a slew of Leftists crying on blog posts about how all games MUST have an easy mode. Otherwise, the developers are ablest… or something.

They cannot seem to fathom that these games are not made for them, and if they still wish to play these games, then they must either A) Invest the time and effort to actually become good at the game or B) Play a game more suited to what they want to play. But instead of going for that, they insist that the game developers must cater the experience to them, which is stupid.

I don’t like romance movies, so I don’t watch them. I don’t go to the director and demand he or she add robots and laser swords to make their movie more appealing to me. That would be selfish.

And I think “Selfish” perfectly describes Leftism, to a tee. I don’t like working, so the government should just give me money. I don’t want to take care of a baby, so I should just abort it. I don’t want to eat healthily, so everyone else show.

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Have An Enjoyable Holiday Season With These Backyard Games Essentials

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It is that time of year to get outdoors and enjoy fun games with family and friends. Whether you have a spacious backyard or a small patio, you can enjoy plenty of games to create memorable experiences with loved ones. This article will cover some essential sports equipment for backyard games for an enjoyable holiday season:

Pickleball Nets

Pickleball is a fast-paced game that’s perfect for players of all ages. It combines tennis, badminton, and table tennis, played on a smaller court with a solid paddle and a perforated plastic ball. The game is easy to learn and can be played in teams of two or four.

To get started with pickleball, you’ll need a good-quality net. A pickleball net is 22 feet wide and 36 inches high, making it the perfect size for a small backyard court. You can easily set up the net in your backyard and start playing with your family and friends. The net has a sturdy frame, adjustable height, and a carrying case for easy storage.

Juggling Rings Set

Juggling is an entertaining activity that people of all ages can enjoy. Juggling rings are popular for beginners because they’re lightweight and easy to handle. A juggling ring set typically comes with three rings made from durable plastic material. The rings are brightly coloured, making them easy to spot in the air. You can start practising with one ring and gradually increase the difficulty level by adding more rings.

Juggling is a great way to spend time outdoors with family and friends. You can have juggling competitions and see who can juggle the most rings or for the longest time. It’s a fun and engaging activity that everyone will enjoy.

Dodgeball Set

Dodgeball is a classic game that’s been enjoyed by generations of kids and adults. The game is played with soft balls and can be enjoyed by two or more teams. You’ll need a good-quality dodgeball set to play dodgeball in your backyard. The set typically comes with six soft balls that are easy to grip and throw. The balls are made from high-quality materials that withstand rough play and last years.

Playing dodgeball is a great way to exercise and burn off some energy. It’s also a lovely way to bond with family and friends and create fun memories.

Crawling Tunnel

A crawling tunnel is a must-have backyard game if you have young kids. It’s a fun and engaging activity to help develop their motor skills and coordination. The tunnel is made from durable fabric and is easy to set up in your backyard.

The crawling tunnel is perfect for young kids who love to explore and crawl around. They can crawl through the tunnel, play peek-a-boo, and have fun with their siblings and friends.

Frisbees

Frisbees are a classic backyard game that everyone loves. They’re lightweight, easy to throw, and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. You can play frisbee in teams or toss the frisbee back and forth with your family and friends.

A good-quality frisbee is essential for a fun game. Look for frisbees made from durable materials that can withstand rough play and last for years. You can also choose different frisbee colours and designs to suit your preferences. Playing frisbee is a great way to spend time outdoors and get some exercise. It’s a fun and engaging activity that everyone will enjoy.

With these backyard game sports equipment, you can create memorable experiences and have a fun and enjoyable time. From pickleball nets and juggling rings to dodgeball sets and crawling tunnels, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So, get outdoors, soak up some sun, and have a merry time with your loved ones.

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These regulations vary from one country to 토토사이트. Some countries prohibit gambling for cultural or religious reasons. They also restrict the activities of online casinos.

Licensed gambling sites have a better chance of avoiding legal complications. Having a license ensures that players are safe and games are fair. The licensing process also adds credibility to the website.

Certain countries, such as Belarus, Ukraine, and Egypt, have specific rules on the establishment and operation of gambling. In some cases, the authorities may require certain information about the structure of the company.

For example, Barbuda has legislation that requires gambling operators to keep track of their deposits. Additionally, the law requires them to provide problem gambling information to their customers. It also requires them to have anti-money laundering (AML) policies.

Many reputable casinos have third-party auditors to ensure that they are operating in a fair and safe manner. However, some jurisdictions are lacking in other areas. They may not have sufficient privacy rules or asset management frameworks.

When considering which jurisdictions to establish a gambling site in, it is important to consider compliance, policies, and incorporation times. You should also assess the capital requirements and filing obligations.

Although there are numerous licenses available worldwide, not every jurisdiction is appropriate for every business. Tax havens and other regions with less strict gambling policies may be preferable.

To become licensed in a jurisdiction, it is crucial to learn about the laws and requirements of the country. You should also consult a corporate service provider to help you determine the right licensing.

If you are operating an online gambling site, you should contact your local lawyer to ensure that you are legally allowed to offer games and services. Several jurisdictions, including Malta, Poland, and Antigua and Barbuda, have special registration procedures.

What’s more, the site is also home to a variety of reviews and articles on the best and the worst online Toto sites. There are also several languages in which to play your favorite online Toto games, so you can enjoy your favorite games in your own language. Also, the website is fully compliant with various internet security measures, meaning you’re safe and sound in the online arena.

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What to look out for in casino reviews

When you are seeking to choose an online casino at which to play, there is a wide – some would say crowded – field. You are never going to lack for choice, and that is a good thing. The long list of options at sites like casinononaams.casino means you’re always going to be able to find some casinos offering what you’re looking for. Indeed, sometimes you’re going to feel spoiled for choice. At such points, it is essential that you look for as much information as you can digest on the casinos you’re choosing between.

One element of this search is going to be casino reviews. There are plenty of sites out there that host casino reviews; some written by experts, and some which invite players like you to give their account of the experience at specific casinos. It is certainly a good idea to read a few reviews of a site before you go ahead and sign up to it. Expert reviews will be handy, because the writers know what to focus on when they review a casino and sportsbook. User reviews are also worth reading, because you do want to get an idea of what players like you think. However, it is important to remember that people don’t always get it right, and look out for the following.

Not understanding how casinos work

You may find that people post reviews online stating that “this casino just wasn’t worth playing at; I spun this slot for 20 spins on demo and kept winning, then I spun for real money and didn’t win a penny”. The implication is that the casino has been made purposely hard to win at when you’re playing for real. To put it gently, there is no way one person can play for long enough to make a full and correct judgement on whether a casino, or a game, is fairly reflecting probability. Sometimes you’ll go on winning runs, sometimes you’ll lose a lot. But the casino isn’t cheating, because there are licensors to crack down on that.

Being surprised that there are wagering requirements on bonuses

Some user reviews that you read online will talk of casino bonuses in shocked terms when they recognise that there are wagering requirements on the bonuses. This is something that is true of every casino bonus. You will have to wager through anything you win from a casino bonus, and 35x is about as low as you can expect from those requirements. That is entirely standard. If the reviewer complains about the bonuses being higher, they may have a point. Anything over 50x is excessive and a sign that the casino is not one of the better ones.

Advice on the best games to play

Some of the most useful information you will get from casino reviews is to do with the games that are the best ones for players. For example, just about every casino in the world has more than one type of blackjack. It’s extremely beneficial if the review explains which are the best versions to play – those that have rules which benefit the player such as “Casino must stand on 17” or “Blackjack pays 3 to 2”. That’s a sign that the reviewer has some experience with online casinos and is looking at the right things to make the best review.

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