Are you familiar with the Hegelian dialectic? The three stages are thesis, antithesis, and synthesis. A simplified version of this is problem, reaction, solution. Anyway, it's been fascinating to see it played out on X so obviously the last few days. Let's walk through it.

Some political catchphrases I hate: "Let's be clear" "Working folks" "Healthcare is a human right" Any political phrases you see repeated that you just can't stand anymore?

You can't possibly understand how onerous our tax system is until you are self-employed.

I've got an older friend in a similar situation. He still thinks the love interest is real. He's lost more than half a million. In actuality, he's the victim of what's called a "pig butchering" scam. It's described in much more detail in the book Number Go Up by Zeke Faux.

No, it is not normal, nor should it be.

In my 20s, I griped about toll roads and express lanes. In my 40s, I love toll roads and express lanes. Lesson there.

Only a fool would allow his enemies to educate his children.

Well I screwed up… 😆

This might be the best thing I’ve read on X all year.

I read John's novel in early 2024 and enjoyed it. It's a good read and I recommend it if you like dystopian sci-fi.

Scott Adams was the original shit poster

Rest In Peace, Scott. You will be missed.

The sooner the better. 😎

Most of what we think we know is a glossed over, highly distorted version of reality.

Clever.

This is why I never use AI to write my posts. When humans write their own posts, the voice is lived-in and accountable—something no model can fake. Culture grows from friction and sincerity—outsourcing that dulls both. Using AI to post on X? That's not creativity, it's a cheap

I sent this to my son. It’s important.

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