November 13, 20241 yr As for the prior discussion on inflation, it's hysterical that no one mentioned the other primary cause - supply chain disruptions. The inflation rate really started taking off in 2021 as you can see below: There were 2 main drivers behind this. The first, as you guys have discussed, was massive demand driven by profligate government stimulus under both the Trump and Biden administrations -- I'd put more blame on Biden here as Trump in 2020 was reacting to a once in a lifetime event. There was no need for Biden to do another round of free money, and the Fed also held rates at zero at the same time (took them there at the beginning of the pandemic). So this meant there were people flush with cash and the ability to borrow cheaply, so demand was sky high. The other part of the equation is China basically shut down in 2021 (https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2021/09/02/1033396323/china-is-imposing-strict-lockdowns-to-contain-new-covid-outbreaks-but-theres-a-c). This made it impossible to get consistent supply out of the country. Companies we invested in were basically having to secure delivery slots 4-6 months in advance and pay exorbitant prices just to try and get supply. It was utterly bananas in 2021 and 2022, and companies were bidding each other up for limited supply. Strong demand + limited supply = massive inflation. But you can't talk about the inflation of 2021-2022 ad ignore the issues with the supply chain. Frankly, that was the much larger problem. Supply shocks have been the cause of massive inflation in the US historically (OPEC embargo) - we've had low rates and free money forever. COVID was free money on steroids, but it doesn't get nearly that bad without China shutting down.
November 13, 20241 yr 8 minutes ago, Diehardfan said: I put out a post saying that where officers said she had blood and fur on her face, yeah. It was talked about in a presidential debate. They were eating geese. You're making my point for me without even realizing it
November 13, 20241 yr 4 hours ago, mr_hunt said: THEY'RE EATING THE GEESE!!! It's a perfect example of the right-wing hysteria machine in action. Trump needs to demonize a group of people so he focuses on some Haitian immigrants in a city in Ohio (neglecting to mention their status was perfectly legal,) then lies about them eating pets because of some report that Mr Whiskers went missing (as if the only possible explanation for a missing pet was that the black foreigners in town snatched it and ate it.) Then failing that, he retreats to "the immigrants are eating geese", presumably based on one photo of a black guy from a completely different city being photographed with a goose, only to later find out he had picked it up after it had been struck by a car. And then at the end of the day you've got people like diehard and kz over tripping over themselves swearing it all really happened and claiming we're the triggered ones for doubting any of it.
November 13, 20241 yr 15 minutes ago, we_gotta_believe said: Seems real legit How President Trump can help a new generation learn to appreciate our veterans Last Thursday, following President-elect Donald Trump’s extraordinary victory over Kamala Harris, President Joe Biden addressed the nation. His message was simple: "Setbacks are unavoidable, but giving up is unforgivable,” and he concluded by saying, "May God protect our troops.” Unfortunately for Biden, however, many people in his party have given up on fighting for America and have even given up on supporting our troops. https://readlion.com/how-president-trump-can-help-a-new-generation-learn-to-appreciate-our-veterans/ It's crazy to think that all of these blog posts (some from over a decade ago) and pictures are really all just part of a vast conspiracy to trick people into thinking therians could be in schools to make democrats look bad. Thankfully wee man and reuters are on the case!
November 13, 20241 yr 26 minutes ago, mr_hunt said: so he named 2 co-chairs to the dept of efficiency? checks and balances, man. you need layers of it.
November 13, 20241 yr 1 minute ago, Kz! said: It's crazy to think that all of these blog posts (some from over a decade ago) and pictures are really all just part of a vast conspiracy to trick people into thinking therians could be in schools to make democrats look bad. Thankfully wee man and reuters are on the case! It's been happening for a decade and this is the best you could do?
November 13, 20241 yr 21 minutes ago, we_gotta_believe said: You're making my point for me without even realizing it Not really, but in your mind I'm sure it makes sense. You have been fighting against the furry thing for pages.
November 13, 20241 yr 3 minutes ago, we_gotta_believe said: It's been happening for a decade and this is the best you could do? He has posted 4 or 5 people with them. Why you want to die on that ledge is beyond me.
November 13, 20241 yr 9 minutes ago, we_gotta_believe said: It's a perfect example of the right-wing hyseria machine in action. Trump needs to demonize on a group of people so he focuses on some Haitian immigrants in a city in ohio (neglecting to mention their status was perfectly legal) then lies about them eating pets because of some report that Mr Whiskers went missing (as if the only possible explanation for a missing pet was that the black foreigners in town snatched it and ate it.) Then failing that, he retreats to "the immigrants are eating geese", presumably based on one photo of a guy from a completely different city being photographed with a goose, only to later find out he had picked it up after it had been struck by a car. And then at the end of the day you've got people like diehard and kz over tripping over themselves swearing it all really happened and claiming we're the triggered ones for doubting any of it. I put up a post and moved on after a few posts. You all kept bring it up after that while you have gone on for pages saying no kids looking for attention wear tails.
November 13, 20241 yr 31 minutes ago, Diehardfan said: ...she had blood and fur on her face... Hey, we've all been there amirite?
November 13, 20241 yr 33 minutes ago, Diehardfan said: At the end of the day why does this trigger you so much? because it's nighttime? (lol T.O.T.P.)
November 13, 20241 yr 51 minutes ago, Kz! said: It's just such a bizarre thing to feel the need to argue. I'd really like to delve into the psychology behind what makes wee man and @Paul852 take up that fight Something to do for the day?
November 13, 20241 yr 3 minutes ago, we_gotta_believe said: It's been happening for a decade and this is the best you could do? There are photos all over the internet, tiny. 24 minutes ago, Kz! said: I mean, the funny thing is that it's incredibly easy to find if you want. This is truly bizarre, though. Claiming all the blogs and articles are fake. Calling people in here liars over their kids' personal experiences. Just to win an internet argument so democrats don't look as bad? I realize it's a combo of some social disorder and your napoleon complex, but still... I honestly would love to know which social disorder you've been diagnosed with. But seriously, try to answer these questions directly. Do you think all the blog posts are fake? All the photos I just showed you also fake? Rambo, Esage and Beta_Tater are lying? The Daily Mail article is a lie? The teachers were lying in private emails pulled through the records request? You're approaching flat earther levels of conspiracy right now. I've seriously never seen anyone go to the lengths you are right now to save face over probably one of the dumbest CVON arguments ever. At least Paul had the dignity to gracefully bow out.
November 13, 20241 yr 2 minutes ago, Kz! said: I've seriously never seen anyone go to the lengths you are right now to save face over probably one of the dumbest CVON arguments ever. At least Paul had the dignity to gracefully bow out. You still believe Haitians are eating pets and geese in Ohio and now you've posted 3 pics from something that has been supposedly happening for over a decade and you're gonna talk about going to great lengths to save face?
November 13, 20241 yr 7 minutes ago, Diehardfan said: He has posted 4 or 5 people with them. Why you want to die on that ledge is beyond me. Have you met Tiny Tool? Even when he's thoroughly embarrassed, as he often is, he won't give an inch. It's so f'n pathetic
November 13, 20241 yr 1 minute ago, paco said: Have you met Tiny Tool? Even when he's thoroughly embarrassed, as he often is, he won't give an inch. It's so f'n pathetic Inch is all he has to give.
November 13, 20241 yr 3 minutes ago, Diehardfan said: Inch is all he has to give. That would actually explain a lot
November 13, 20241 yr 2 minutes ago, Alpha_TATEr said: btw - has vanny posted since the election? Not that I’ve seen. I’m surprised tbh, he’s the KZ of the left. Dishes it out and is fairly unflappable when he gets his
November 13, 20241 yr 38 minutes ago, vikas83 said: As for the prior discussion on inflation, it's hysterical that no one mentioned the other primary cause - supply chain disruptions. The inflation rate really started taking off in 2021 as you can see below: There were 2 main drivers behind this. The first, as you guys have discussed, was massive demand driven by profligate government stimulus under both the Trump and Biden administrations -- I'd put more blame on Biden here as Trump in 2020 was reacting to a once in a lifetime event. There was no need for Biden to do another round of free money, and the Fed also held rates at zero at the same time (took them there at the beginning of the pandemic). So this meant there were people flush with cash and the ability to borrow cheaply, so demand was sky high. The other part of the equation is China basically shut down in 2021 (https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2021/09/02/1033396323/china-is-imposing-strict-lockdowns-to-contain-new-covid-outbreaks-but-theres-a-c). This made it impossible to get consistent supply out of the country. Companies we invested in were basically having to secure delivery slots 4-6 months in advance and pay exorbitant prices just to try and get supply. It was utterly bananas in 2021 and 2022, and companies were bidding each other up for limited supply. Strong demand + limited supply = massive inflation. But you can't talk about the inflation of 2021-2022 ad ignore the issues with the supply chain. Frankly, that was the much larger problem. Supply shocks have been the cause of massive inflation in the US historically (OPEC embargo) - we've had low rates and free money forever. COVID was free money on steroids, but it doesn't get nearly that bad without China shutting down. Chip shortage, too! As anyone trying to buy/lease a car in 2021 would know. 😃😐
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