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So basically, lossy compression at a huge energy expense. Thanks, AI geniuses!

Now we're shifting topics. We're talking about invasions, not bringing democracy.

I also don't think that "bringing democracy" is a universal good, if you look at the US' exploits in the Middle East.

I'm not saying they're not trying to expand their sphere of influence. I just think they're not quite as gung-ho about it as western powers. They work slower and less aggressively, invasions are a last resort.

75 years ago? If that's the closest precedent you can find, that kinda speaks for itself, doesn't it?

Did they invade Hong Kong? It's a very western viewpoint that invasion is the only way to affect change.

Why do you think the Chinese will invade their neighbors?

I don't think I have a cause. I'd like to not be constantly attacked by foreign adversaries, is that a cause? But if attacks happen, we can't just ignore them because hitting back might make the abuser more mad.

How severe an escalation would it be?

As severe as... say starting the largest war in Europe since WW2 right at our doorstep? Or as damaging our critical infrastructure? Or manipulating our democratic processes?

It's time the West pulls its head out of its ass. We're already at war, whether we want it or not.

It doesn't matter if people are willing. Taxes are not optional.