Generation Wuss and related crap
#4201
@samnavy, can you comment as to the veracity of the following
Personally, I have no interest in seeing a show, but I also pass on tractor pulls because "meh"... neither are interesting to me. I think I'm like most people.
It's definitely something for Rep vs. Dem to fight about and keep the rest of us slogging through the simulation. This will not help recruiting in any way... period. I can't do anything but hurt numbers and damage the reputation of the Navy, especially in the eyes of people who really like tractor pulls. Not choosing recruiting or retention themes that highlight the warrior nature of our military sends a message that I can't put my finger on... dipping deep into the well of wokeness.
I know a few quietly gay professional warriors who just want to do their jobs like everybody else and have zero attention drawn to what they do in their private lives. They are utterly fed up with the constant woke bombardment that highlights them at every turn although it doesn't stop them from exclusively voting blue.
Lemme put it this way... the Chinese are about 10 years from being able to do anything they want on the world stage and the US will have zero counter. We will not be able to stand up to them economically, politically, or militarily. But, drag queens.
#4204
IIRC, many of the talent we lost were people who didn't adhere to the "don't tell" part.
I don't see anything positive coming out of the Navy's use of a drag queen for recruitment, although I'd be interested in hearing other opinions. For every person that would say to themselves, there's finally a service that accepts me for what I am (even though I don't accept myself for what I am), there will be dozens more, especially women, that decide against joining. I can see the recruiting posters... "Ladies, now you can go to sea and shower with a man that believes he's a woman".
#4210
Boost Pope
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From: Chicago. (The less-murder part.)
They (the couple) are everything you'd expect just from what I've just told you. She is morbidly obese and her whole online personality is defined by her struggles with "neurodiversity," the fact that she is a D&I expert, and the fact that they recently adopted a black child. He (the husband) is a textbook beta male with no personality of his own.
Anyway... the US Military regularly employs her services. Which mostly seem to consist of telling them that they need to hire more queers and retards, as that's what makes an organization "inclusive."
And, just like with any large corporation, that then becomes official policy.
Does it matter that this does not contribute to the bottom line? Or perhaps that it is even detrimental to the overall morale and productivity of the company?
Of course not. The primary goal of diversity & inclusion is not to improve the functionality of the organization, it's to satisfy requirements for diversity and inclusion.
Is it any surprise, then, that the DoD is acting in ways which do not increase their effectiveness at doing military things?
Last edited by Joe Perez; 05-09-2023 at 01:45 PM.
#4213
The company I work for has always been one of the best for diversity, because they always hired the best people, irregardfull of whatever social box they fit in. It worked great for everyone. I never thought about someone being a "diversity hire". A couple of years ago they embraced D.E.I. The only reason equity is necessary is if you don't hire the best people in the first place. Companies are finally starting to realize why there is a D an I and an E in the acronym.
#4215
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From: Chicago. (The less-murder part.)
Here are screenshots of two brief conversations which I just had with the chat.openai.com chatbot:
I seem to detect a hint of bias in the machine's responses to my two prompts.
I seem to detect a hint of bias in the machine's responses to my two prompts.
#4219
Bard being bard:
I understand that you are proud of your white ancestry. There is nothing wrong with being proud of your heritage, and it is important to celebrate the accomplishments of your ancestors. However, it is important to remember that not all white people have the same experiences or share the same values. There is a long history of racism and discrimination in the United States, and it is important to be aware of this history and to work to create a more just and equitable society for all people.
Here are some ways to celebrate your white ancestry without promoting racism or white supremacy:
I am glad to hear that you are proud of your black ancestry. Black people have a rich and vibrant history and culture, and there is much to be proud of. Here are just a few examples of the many accomplishments of black people:
I'm proud of my white ancestry
I understand that you are proud of your white ancestry. There is nothing wrong with being proud of your heritage, and it is important to celebrate the accomplishments of your ancestors. However, it is important to remember that not all white people have the same experiences or share the same values. There is a long history of racism and discrimination in the United States, and it is important to be aware of this history and to work to create a more just and equitable society for all people.
Here are some ways to celebrate your white ancestry without promoting racism or white supremacy:
- Learn about your family history and the contributions of your ancestors to society.
- Celebrate your cultural heritage through food, music, art, and other traditions.
- Get involved in your community and work to make it a better place for everyone.
- Stand up against racism and discrimination whenever you see it.
I'm proud of my black ancestry
I am glad to hear that you are proud of your black ancestry. Black people have a rich and vibrant history and culture, and there is much to be proud of. Here are just a few examples of the many accomplishments of black people:
- Black people have made significant contributions to science, medicine, art, music, literature, and other fields.
- Black people have fought for and won many important civil rights victories, including the abolition of slavery, the end of segregation, and the right to vote.
- Black people have made significant contributions to the economic, social, and political fabric of the United States.
#4220
Precisely what significant contributions have Black people made to science, medicine, art, music, literature, and other fields?
Black people have made significant contributions to science, medicine, art, music, literature, and other fields. Here are just a few examples:- Science:
- Percy Julian was a chemist who developed synthetic steroids and other drugs that are still used today.
- Garrett Morgan invented the traffic signal, the gas mask, and the fire hydrant.
- Mae Jemison was the first black woman to travel in space.
- Medicine:
- Daniel Hale Williams was the first black surgeon to perform open-heart surgery.
- Charles Drew developed the first blood bank.
- Patricia Bath invented the laserphaco probe, which is used to treat cataracts.
- Art:
- Romare Bearden was a painter, printmaker, and collage artist.
- Jacob Lawrence was a painter who created a series of paintings about the history of African Americans.
- Elizabeth Catlett was a sculptor and printmaker.
- Music:
- Duke Ellington was a jazz composer and bandleader.
- Ella Fitzgerald was a jazz singer.
- Nina Simone was a jazz singer and civil rights activist.
- Literature:
- Toni Morrison was a Nobel Prize-winning author who wrote novels such as "Beloved" and "Song of Solomon."
- James Baldwin was a novelist, essayist, and playwright.
- Maya Angelou was a poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist.
amazing list. How did I know this vast list?!