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by perfmode 8y ago
Is zuckerberg white or jewish?
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by perfmode 8y ago
You're fortunate to be in a position where there are no structural obstacles impeding your progress. Show some consideration for those who aren't.
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by perfmode 8y ago
You're missing the point. There are structural problems that inhibit participation from underrepresented groups. The objective is to level the playing field so everyone has a fair chance at success. disclaimer: i am a black engineer wh
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by perfmode 8y ago
Not to mention Francis Crick
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Poor Can’t Afford Not to Wear Nice Clothes(medium.com)
5 points by perfmode 8y ago|1 comments
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by perfmode 8y ago
I couldnt care less about my SO’s web browsing habits. Maybe I’m different.
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by perfmode 8y ago
I don’t mind. Netflix is a steal of a deal IMHO. Their media is so satisfying to consume. I’ll take it over a nice entree at a restaurant any day.
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by perfmode 8y ago
Agreed!
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by perfmode 8y ago
“You should exercise your right to vote” “Clearly, since this is the policy, it indicates that this is the will of the American people and a majority support the policy.”
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by perfmode 8y ago
Where do you fall on autonomous cars? It’s okay to be anti. I’m just curious
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by perfmode 8y ago
Do you believe it is possible to be ideology-free?
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by perfmode 8y ago
Do you believe there are things that cannot be understood through reason alone? Are there things that lie beyond understanding? That cannot be understood or discussed rationally?
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by perfmode 8y ago
I control my lights by saying “all lights red” and “dim all lights to 20%” Compare this to the number of taps required to do so in the hue app
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by perfmode 8y ago
If I wanted to be nefarious I would utilize an on-device cache and batch The unauthorized audio with the authorized audio emissions to hide them
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by perfmode 8y ago
Shit like this happens right here at home, when you’re a black man.
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by perfmode 8y ago
Donella Meadows passed away 19 years ago, in 2001. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donella_Meadows
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by perfmode 8y ago
Saudi Arabia's issues have more to do with authoritarianism. Authoritarianism can come in vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry.
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by perfmode 8y ago
Waterfall versus Agile is a useful and relatable example of different paradigms. Thanks for that.
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by perfmode 8y ago
> how do you cause a cultural change or mindset change? You're right to call this out. It's the most difficult and elusive thing to achieve. However, it has been happening pretty continuously since the dawn of civilization. Tho
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by perfmode 8y ago
Economists don't tend to concern themselves with this. You're better off looking to philosophers, sociologists, etc. Christianity -> Science is a notable example of a paradigm shift. Hunter-gather -> Argiculture is another s
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by perfmode 8y ago
2. is basically the work of many think-tanks... to shape beliefs and discourse in the direction of a particular perspective or worldview. think socialism versus free-market capitalism versus libertarianism. two-party politics in the United
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by perfmode 8y ago
Taxes are one of the weakest ways to influence an economy (a complex system) or society at large for that matter. Donella Meadows: PLACES TO INTERVENE IN A SYSTEM (in increasing order of effectiveness) 12. Constants, parameters, numbers (su
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by perfmode 8y ago
Defending Facebook isnt worth it. For what gain? On principle? Cmon
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by perfmode 8y ago
I'd pay based on the number of views. The Van Gogh is likely to get more views than the 3rd grader.
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by perfmode 8y ago
I suppose slavery can be modeled as an area of fenced off land near the beach
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by perfmode 8y ago
Your comment is an appeal to tradition meant to justify a different appeal to tradition. How interesting.
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by perfmode 8y ago
Very happy that someone who I feel adequately represents my preferences... has a voice, is on a platform, and is in a position of influence.
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by perfmode 8y ago
This argument isn’t justified by the example you present.
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by perfmode 8y ago
A pledge is not a legally binding contract afaik.
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by perfmode 8y ago
With $10M she probably wouldn’t be able to afford the upkeep of the house in which she presently lives. Or upkeep of her jet.

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