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U.S. Government - "Hey Apple, can you stop selling so many phones because you're now becoming a monopoly; although there's Android."

The only welfare being violated was the bottom of my shoes.

I lived in San Fran back in 2012 for 6 months. I personally didn't feel unsafe; I'm a big guy and have a physical presence so I understand why others may feel unsafe.

So why did I leave?

There were a few events that really upset me. 1) I almost stepped on a shit snake some human left outside my building. 2) A homeless person stopped in front of a mother and child to urinate. 3) The weather sucked; cold and hot.

I went there for the tech scene, but it was just too dirty for me to want to live there.

Perhaps you're too ignorant to step out of emotions with politics and focus on the question. Sorry for thinking you might have common sense :)

I find it very interesting that people can't put aside political views and speak about whether or not having a consumption tax, in their opinion, is a good or bad idea when compared to the current system.

This question isn't about a persons view of Biden or Trump.

I think kstenerud did a great job at expressing their views without having to speak about politics.

Is this an indicator at how toxic social media has become and how people have become addicted to arguing vs. having a discussion?

I was thinking about how a consumption tax aka Fair Tax does have some benefits, but in the case that kstenerud pointed out, depending on the percentage of the tax, it could hurt the poor. For instance, if a gallon of milk now goes for $20, it's going to hurt the lower class.

I do agree with kstenerud that such a tax could hurt the poorest people. This begs the question of is there a way to introduce such a tax that allows the poor to transition into a Fair Tax? e.g., Allowing people making under X 2 years not to pay any income taxes?

Hopefully those of you with strong political opinions take it easy on this thread because honestly, it's like the smell of your own shit... no one really wants to sniff it ;)

Something tells me that you love to critique things to hear yourself speak before actually answering a question.

P.S. it's spelled "paycheck" not "pay check". ;)

First, seek professional help even if it's remote. Suicide is never a good answer. In fact, it would just hurt those you love about deeply.

Second, the best of your life isn't behind you because you're 43. I say this with 100% certainty because I'm your age. Remember, the meaning of life, the universe, and everything is 42 and that was just last year. That's right baby, nerd joke!

Immutability is great for programming, but not as life advice. You can change, the biggest challenge starts with changing your mindset. I know that's hard and requires a) consistent affirmation in know your worth and ability. b) it takes time, but fighting and pushing for growth is the meaning of life. c) You're the same person you were as a youth, but you're lying to yourself about self-worth.

It's not that you don't want to live, it's that you don't want to continue with your behavior and mindset; but you're uncertain of how to start the cycle of change.

Here's what I do daily.

1. Wake up - get washed, vitamins, eat plant based, kefir, scrub my balls until they shine. 2. Work - On my own projects, work for my client, etc 3. Go for a walk - I don't care if it's colder outside than my ex-girlfriend. I go out! 4. Talk to people - Socialize and talk to people. Do it without fear - I will anything to anyone in a light hearted and joyful way. 5. Affirmations - each day I tell myself about the good I've done in life and how things changed.

I can tell you for certainty that life was not kind to me, but I refuse to let life win. If you want someone to talk to, someone who has felt the way you have, who went from doing well to giving it all up, to regaining it, to feeling like giving up physically, etc.. let me know.

You have a moment in your life to turn this all around and show your family, friends, and yourself how you're a bad motherfucker you are. I love the struggle and I turned it into a game.

Honestly, seek professional help and if you like - we can talk. I'm very transparent about my life with everyone. P.S., Money doesn't change these feelings. I know that sounds like bullshit, but it's true from my experience.

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Please use it, only if I don't post in a year.

Why leave now?

I find it ironic how polarizing and toxic Twitter has become, so I welcome an extreme change of ownership.

Granted Elon is intentionally trolling Twitter folks and after all the legal threats and comments made by staff, I don't blame him.

I say, let's see where it goes. I welcome the change and it seems like even Jack Dorsey does as well.