Politics

[observe]

In 1994 before the ANC took over, South Africa had a very strong economy.
Everything was functional.
No loadshedding. Eskom was crowned as the best electricity provider in the world. There were more than 500,000 jobs created.
Following the ANC's ascension to power in South Africa, the country witnessed a drop in investors and a drop in job creation.
The current job creation stands at a mere 50,000, signaling a drastic decline in investor confidence and job creation.
The primary cause of this downturn is the BBEEE policies, which have led to a significant withdrawal of investors from the country..
[A system where ANY small or big business created by a white owner, MUST, by law, have a [sleeping/on paper/unproductive] black partner with 51% of ownership.....
ZERO tenders to any white person/company [construction/road building etc] without a BEE
[In the context of South Africa, "BEE" refers to Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment, a policy aimed at promoting broader participation in the economy by black people, particularly to address inequalities from apartheid---MISUSED FOR CORRUPTION AND THEFT!
The small elite black crime cartels benefit while 90% of poor black suffer!
40% of population on state [tax] grands--for votes!
34% unemployment--huge crime problem!
As a result, South Africa's reputation has been severely tarnished (the skunk of Africa & the world with the country being viewed as 'uninventable' due to rampant corruption, money laundering & support of terrorist activities, as highlighted by the Rasool 'ambassador' incident.
The South African economy has effectively collapsed, with President Ramaphosa trapped in a beehive hive by his alliances, rendering him unable to make decisions that contravene the interests of his allies.
This situation is a consequence of the ANC's deliberate destruction, which has precluded constructive decision-making.
Additionally, the Zondo commission's efforts and proven facts of 'state capturing' stolen money ['tenders' ect] have been in vain, as the ANC members implicated in the commission's findings remain in power, with none being held accountable for their actions.
As they had absolute and unopposed power from 1994, they think they are TRUELY 'untouchable' by the outside world as well [eg USA] ETC
141 RACE baseD laws against whites that harm EVERYBODY ----think logically--why...?

 

[observe]

23/03/2025

Malema sings 'Kill The Boer' song on Human Rights Day [video]

EFF leader Julius Malema performed 'Kill The Boer' at the Sharpeville Day commemoration rally which took place on Human Rights Day.

www.thesouthafrican.com

 

[Altitude sickness]

Quite the education system we have here.

Every student should have to pass the same test that an immigrant passes to gain citizenship.

 

[spike.t]

The future of the United States.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1903634161266532769

Any number of those videos on YouTube....

 

[rigbymauser]

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In 1994 before the ANC took over, South Africa had a very strong economy.
Everything was functional.
No loadshedding. Eskom was crowned as the best electricity provider in the world. There were more than 500,000 jobs created.
Following the ANC's ascension to power in South Africa, the country witnessed a drop in investors and a drop in job creation.
The current job creation stands at a mere 50,000, signaling a drastic decline in investor confidence and job creation.
The primary cause of this downturn is the BBEEE policies, which have led to a significant withdrawal of investors from the country..
[A system where ANY small or big business created by a white owner, MUST, by law, have a [sleeping/on paper/unproductive] black partner with 51% of ownership.....
ZERO tenders to any white person/company [construction/road building etc] without a BEE
[In the context of South Africa, "BEE" refers to Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment, a policy aimed at promoting broader participation in the economy by black people, particularly to address inequalities from apartheid---MISUSED FOR CORRUPTION AND THEFT!
The small elite black crime cartels benefit while 90% of poor black suffer!
40% of population on state [tax] grands--for votes!
34% unemployment--huge crime problem!
As a result, South Africa's reputation has been severely tarnished (the skunk of Africa & the world with the country being viewed as 'uninventable' due to rampant corruption, money laundering & support of terrorist activities, as highlighted by the Rasool 'ambassador' incident.
The South African economy has effectively collapsed, with President Ramaphosa trapped in a beehive hive by his alliances, rendering him unable to make decisions that contravene the interests of his allies.
This situation is a consequence of the ANC's deliberate destruction, which has precluded constructive decision-making.
Additionally, the Zondo commission's efforts and proven facts of 'state capturing' stolen money ['tenders' ect] have been in vain, as the ANC members implicated in the commission's findings remain in power, with none being held accountable for their actions.
As they had absolute and unopposed power from 1994, they think they are TRUELY 'untouchable' by the outside world as well [eg USA] ETC
141 RACE baseD laws against whites that harm EVERYBODY ----think logically--why...?

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I have yet to experience blacks own the ability to create functional structure. Its simply not within. The corruption, tribal mindset, cognitive impairment, problem with problem solving, functioning below what is expected for age etc etc is the problem.

We have a proffesor named Nyborg who have done studies in regards to Africa. A modern democracy with all its complexities requires the average IQ of a population must be 95-100 in order to sustain and for people to navigate. With Africas average IQ 75 a democracy as we understand here in the west will never get feet on the ground. It would never work.
Many blacks in SA are also animists. This doesn`t help either to function in a modern society.

 

[Altitude sickness]

Watching the videos above. The average IQ in the US is also 75. They can’t guess the shape of a pentagon but I’m confident they know there are 18 genders.

The future of the United States.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1903634161266532769

 

[Foxi]

Unfortunately, the Trump doubters and haters like to pounce on the questionable things Trump does and says, Never giving him any credit for the positive.
There is a long way to go to get everything sorted out.
As far as the so called "Bromance" with Putin, do you remember Muhammad Ali's " Rope - a - dope" tactic? Let your enemy think you are weak and vulnerable, when you are not. Keep him off balance and guessing.
I could most likely be wrong, but i think Trump is playing Putin carefully, knowing full well that Putin is a ,clever, deceptive, and evil little man. Someone who has his fingers on just as many Nuclear weapons as we have, or more?

"but i think Trump is playing Putin carefully"

You really have a sense of humor, you have to say.
I have rarely laughed so much

 

[Altitude sickness]

On the Canadian Prime Minister politics and tariffs. I think the tariff excuse being proffered is good cover for the reality that once a majority of the population is hooked on perceived “free” entitlements, they will not vote another way.

The U.S. is very close to having the majority in that mindset also. approximately 10 more years should put us over the goal line of the left.

 

[Brent in Az]

"but i think Trump is playing Putin carefully"

You really have a sense of humor, you have to say.
I have rarely laughed so much

I'll be the one getting the last laugh......

 

[Tanks]

I'll be the one getting the last laugh......

I really, really hope you do in this matter. Unfortunately, I am not a zealot, so don’t have your faith.

 

[fourfive8]

75 may be high estimate

IIRC Jimmy Carter likely created the DOE as a grandstanding attempt to save his failing presidency. So far that, like so many big gov, Dem ideas, has worked so well, right?

Since we have so many numbers data, dependent, “independent thinkers” here, might look at cost per student vs education level ranking when comparing US to rest of world. But again, never mind all those numbers … Trump is trying to destroy education

 

[Brent in Az]

I really, really hope you do in this matter. Unfortunately, I am not a zealot, so don’t have your faith.

Zealotry comes in different forms. Your's just happens to be at the opposite end of the spectrum.

 

[WAB]

75 may be high estimate

IIRC Jimmy Carter likely created the DOE as a grandstanding attempt to save his failing presidency. So far that, like so many big gov, Dem ideas, has worked so well, right?

Since we have so many numbers data, dependent, “independent thinkers” here, might look at cost per student vs education level ranking when comparing US to rest of world. But again, never mind all those numbers … Trump is trying to destroy education

I’m not sure I’ve seen a single comment about the Dept of Education on this thread. Are you just dreaming up adversaries to pick a fight with?

 

[PARA45]

The future of the United States.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1903634161266532769

And they vote too. Sad.

 

[rigbymauser]

And they vote too. Sad.

A tree is identified by its fruit. Wise words from a wise man.

 

[mdwest]

A tree is identified by its fruit. Wise words from a wise man.

Sadly the same is largely true of the entire western world...

go to any beach during university holiday.. whether its somewhere in Australia, the south of France, Spain, or the US...

you'll get the same version of idiot.. just with different accents and word choices..

 

[spike.t]

View attachment 673725

In 1994 before the ANC took over, South Africa had a very strong economy.
Everything was functional.
No loadshedding. Eskom was crowned as the best electricity provider in the world. There were more than 500,000 jobs created.
Following the ANC's ascension to power in South Africa, the country witnessed a drop in investors and a drop in job creation.
The current job creation stands at a mere 50,000, signaling a drastic decline in investor confidence and job creation.
The primary cause of this downturn is the BBEEE policies, which have led to a significant withdrawal of investors from the country..
[A system where ANY small or big business created by a white owner, MUST, by law, have a [sleeping/on paper/unproductive] black partner with 51% of ownership.....
ZERO tenders to any white person/company [construction/road building etc] without a BEE
[In the context of South Africa, "BEE" refers to Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment, a policy aimed at promoting broader participation in the economy by black people, particularly to address inequalities from apartheid---MISUSED FOR CORRUPTION AND THEFT!
The small elite black crime cartels benefit while 90% of poor black suffer!
40% of population on state [tax] grands--for votes!
34% unemployment--huge crime problem!
As a result, South Africa's reputation has been severely tarnished (the skunk of Africa & the world with the country being viewed as 'uninventable' due to rampant corruption, money laundering & support of terrorist activities, as highlighted by the Rasool 'ambassador' incident.
The South African economy has effectively collapsed, with President Ramaphosa trapped in a beehive hive by his alliances, rendering him unable to make decisions that contravene the interests of his allies.
This situation is a consequence of the ANC's deliberate destruction, which has precluded constructive decision-making.
Additionally, the Zondo commission's efforts and proven facts of 'state capturing' stolen money ['tenders' ect] have been in vain, as the ANC members implicated in the commission's findings remain in power, with none being held accountable for their actions.
As they had absolute and unopposed power from 1994, they think they are TRUELY 'untouchable' by the outside world as well [eg USA] ETC
141 RACE baseD laws against whites that harm EVERYBODY ----think logically--why...?

View attachment 673726

The SA government is also the biggest employer by a vast amount in South Africa....
Had a video about it by this guy but can't find original to post...but here he is

 

[Tanks]

Thank you Elon Musk for sinking the Tesla stock. I have been into medium format photography for a long time in the film days. Still have Zeiss lenses, cameras, 120 and 220 backs.

However, the digital conversion in medium format took a while and was very expensive at the start. It is still expensive, but not high five figures anymore. Once I got the proceeds from shorting Tesla stock, I treated myself to a camera and lens to start. 90mm and 25mm lenses are in the future but wanted some mileage with the basic gear before spending an additional $10K at this point for the other lenses.

Again, thanks Elon Musk for that "alleged" Nazi salute and other antics, to quote "Tropic Thunder" movie, "Never Go Full Retard."

 

[mdwest]

Tesla stock and all of the associated outrage is much ado about nothing..

Its merely a time to buy.. Tesla isn't going away.. in a year those who are buying right now will make a small fortune..

On Sept 24th, 2024 Tesla was trading at $254 a share..

Today, exactly 6 months later... its trading at $278 a share..

It experienced explosive growth because Elon was getting a lot of positive press by being associated with the Trump campaign...

It then took a header when liberals decided they hated Elon.. because wait, oh shit! Elon likes Trump!

One year ago today (March 24th, 2024) Tesla was trading at $172... March of 2020 it was $34 a share..

It spent most of 2023 and 2024 hovering between $150-$200 a share...

So, unless you were one of the guys that bought when the stock was skyrocketing 6 months ago (never a smart move in the market), you've made a shit ton load of money on Tesla.. and still are positioned to make a shit ton load of money on Tesla..

and.. since Americans are largely forgetful beasts, outrageous consumers, and love tech.. in another year, Tesla will be up substantially from its current $278 position.. and there's still money to be made on Tesla for those that have the money to jump in right now while its at a current low..


The left partying like its 1999 because Tesla is "down" is just about as stupid as when they partied over the demise of X/Twitter.. or when they partied over the Chick-Fil-A boycott...

They are without exception wrong on every occasion... Chick-Fil-A skyrocketed as a business because of their antics.. Musk has made a TON of money off of twitter (although the banks haven't fared super well).. and Musk hasn't lost crap on Tesla that wasn't a very recent gain... and he will continue to make gains there as well (Tesla has increased 21% in just the last 5 days alone)...

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/tesla-stock-surges-nearly-12-to-lead-magnificent-7-stocks-higher-as-tariff-worries-ease-200525384.html

 

[Altitude sickness]

the real value in Tesla isn’t the stock price for cars. It’s his 3400 patents in the EV space.

Which he currently allows anyone to use without license fees. With primarily 3 strict rules that must be followed.

The value is in the fact that so many industries are now using Tesla patent technology and citing it for their own patents.

He could potentially make more in that world than selling cars.

[Expert Views] How Tesla Explores its Patent Assets

www.mih-ev.org