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2023-10-13 at 12:36 AM UTC in Join my discord server fuysIs that your pic on the discord group invite?
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2023-10-13 at 12:31 AM UTC in Bad idea, or legit?
Originally posted by Fox But these days shitting on Elon Musk is like the cool thing to do, and everyone calls him a retard. It’s a hack take. If he’s so dumb why does he have like 8 multi-billion dollar startups?
Let’s see 🤔
First and foremost Musk is far from self-made. He was born in South Africa to an extremely wealthy white family that profited off the exploitation of workers in sub-Saharan Africa and apartheid-era South Africa. Much of his family’s wealth came from an emerald mine in Zambia owned by Errol Musk, Elon’s father. The African mining industry is known to be incredibly exploitative, with child labor, horrible working conditions, disease, abuse of workers, and fatalities all commonplace. The workers in these mines are mostly black native residents of African countries, while the owners are usually the descendants of rich, white colonists. Musk is not a “self-made billionaire,” he comes from an extremely privileged family that squeezed millions of dollars out of some of the poorest nations in the world.
With a rich family to borrow money from, and massive amounts of wealth gained from the exploitation of African mineral resources, Musk could finally purchase Tesla. Yes, you read that correctly. While it is commonly believed that Musk founded Tesla, this is untrue, and another reminder of the power of PR. Musk invested millions of dollars in Tesla in the early 2000s and paid his way up the corporate ladder, becoming the company’s CEO in 2008. He eventually fought one of the company’s true founders, Martin Eberhard, for the title in a 2009 court case. If at first, you don’t succeed, complain and sue until you do!
This is not an isolated example, either. He also claims to be the founder of PayPal, when in fact he owned another company that purchased Paypal. Again, Musk fought for the title of founder, which he won with the help of his family’s wealth. Founding a company, especially companies like PayPal and Tesla, carries lots of prestige considering the hard work that it involves. But why work hard when you’re born rich?
Well, alright. Musk may not have any real entrepreneurial talent. His companies are still shaking up the automotive industry through ingenuity and talent, right? Right?
No. Tesla has received millions of dollars of government loans to support its mediocre products. Four hundred and sixty-five million dollars in government loans were spent to fund the Model S sedan, and eight and a half billion dollars were shared between Ford, Nissan, and Tesla in a 2009 stimulus fund. Furthermore, during the Covid-19 pandemic, Tesla received an unnamed amount of government stimulus money as well. Interestingly enough, right before accepting a fat check from Uncle Sam, Musk tweeted, “Another government stimulus package is not in the best interests of the people imo”. Why give money to financially unstable Americans when you could just give it to the second richest man in the world and his multi-billion dollar corporation?
he must be doing something right …..
Yup, he’s spending incomprehensible amounts of money on public relations. With a fraction of his wealth, any billionaire can use highly compensated PR firms to convince the public to think almost anything of them. Musk is no exception. His entrepreneurial, larger-than-life persona is just that—a persona. -
2023-10-12 at 9:10 PM UTC in Does anyone
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2023-10-12 at 9:07 PM UTC in Example of stupid America
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2023-10-12 at 9:05 PM UTC in damm kingoffrogs
Originally posted by Fonaplats Shut up sweaty Kafka
Originally posted by Kingoffrogs Pretty sure it's wellhung
Given those two are scrons latest besties it can’t be either of them …
Originally posted by totse2118 fucking kill yourself
Unless this ⬆️ After every post niggles makes is an elaborate meth induced ruse. -
2023-10-12 at 9:01 PM UTC in Example of stupid America
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2023-10-12 at 9 PM UTC in Example of stupid America
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2023-10-12 at 8:58 PM UTC in Bad idea, or legit?Did some research, which wasn’t easy since the majority of “informational” sites were “sponsored” or personal reviews.
I did find this and it seems legit:
https://malwaretips.com/blogs/stop-watt-scam/
The Stop Watt scam relies on exaggerated and false claims about its energy-saving capabilities. Here are some of the deceptive tactics used by Stop Watt marketers:
Claim: Stop Watt reduces your electricity bill by stabilizing voltage
The Stop Watt website and ads claim the device “stabilizes your home’s electrical current” and fixes voltage fluctuations that waste electricity.
The truth: Home voltage fluctuations have no impact on electricity usage. Stop Watt does nothing to stabilize voltage or current in your home. Any small variations in home voltage are already smoothed out by your existing electrical system and appliances.
Claim: Stop Watt reduces “idle electricity” waste
Stop Watt ads claim the device reduces “idle electricity” – energy wasted by electronics when turned off or in standby mode.
The truth: There is no way Stop Watt could impact idle electricity usage across all your home electronics and appliances. Any minor reduction would be negligible. Unplugging devices or using smart power strips are far more effective ways to reduce idle power waste.
Claim: Stop Watt protects electronics from power surges
The ads suggest Stop Watt will protect your expensive electronics like TVs and computers from power surges and electrical damage.
The truth: At best, Stop Watt contains a very basic surge protector. But most homes already have much more sophisticated surge protectors, backups, and other devices to protect from electrical spikes. Stop Watt offers no meaningful protection.
Claim: Developed by Tech Billionaires
Stop Watt is touted as being developed by tech billionaires like Elon Musk, Bill Gates, and Mark Cuban.
The truth: There is zero evidence that Stop Watt has anything to do with these tech titans. There are no proven ties or endorsements. Just fake ads using celebrity names and images without permission.
Claim: Featured on Trusted News Sites
To add legitimacy, Stop Watt ads use logos of reputable news sites like CNN, ABC, USA Today, and Fox News – implying these outlets have featured favorable reports on Stop Watt.
The truth: These trusted news sites have never reported on Stop Watt. The logos are used without permission to try and establish credibility.
Claim: Real Customer Reviews & Testimonials
The Stop Watt website and ads highlight glowing reviews and dramatic testimonials from supposed satisfied customers.
The truth: The reviews are completely fabricated. The people depicted do not exist – their images are stock photos. The stories of 90% savings are totally made up.
Plus I trust anything with a picture of Elon Musk about as much as I believe what Trump says on any given day. -
2023-10-12 at 6:07 PM UTC in NIS Horror Film Party Thread
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2023-10-12 at 2:40 PM UTC in Bad idea, or legit?Like $20 for 2 I think.
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2023-10-12 at 2:32 PM UTC in Bad idea, or legit?
Stop Watt is advertised as a revolutionary device that can significantly reduce your home's electricity usage simply by plugging it into a wall outlet. The makers claim it “stabilizes electrical current” and corrects energy waste, slashing utility bills by 40% or more. -
2023-10-12 at 2:23 PM UTC in Example of stupid America
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2023-10-12 at 2:44 AM UTC in How many of you beside me
It’s on you -
2023-10-12 at 12:57 AM UTC in Example of stupid America
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2023-10-12 at 12:55 AM UTC in Crap
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2023-10-12 at 12:48 AM UTC in Thought for the day:
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2023-10-12 at 12:44 AM UTC in Thought for the day:
Originally posted by Fox What about bugs and amoebas and stuff do they get it too
Originally posted by Fox So what meets the criteria to have a part in god’s kingdom? Chimps? Dogs? Reptiles? Where is the line drawn
Honestly idgaf about amoebas and stuff….you’re gonna have to ask god yourself about chimps & dogs & reptiles & republicans….
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2023-10-11 at 9:49 PM UTC in Thought for the day:
Originally posted by Fox Is any self-replicating molecule considered a “living being”? Where is the inflection point where inert matter becomes “life”?
What’s a self replicating molecule?
A single cell is considered the simplest form of life. Somehow I doubt God is judging bacteria and condemning it to hell. -
2023-10-11 at 9:48 PM UTC in Example of stupid America
Originally posted by jerryb I got his point. I'd say 25% about right. Half the population from some shithole nobody can pronounce which leaves about 50% white and probably 10% of them from some hole like Poland (Wariat type) so that leaves 40% which a good portion lets say not the brightest star in the sky.
Now I think about it I'm proud as fuck we got a 23% score.
Well, when you put it like that 😆 -
2023-10-11 at 9:46 PM UTC in Thought for the day:
