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8d233d8b | 6 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 I generally think the same way as you. However, my concern is the future. What happens if my ideologies become “problematic” in the future when sentiment shifts for one reason or another. Look at folks who get canceled based on past comments, that at the time, were acceptable.
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Mike Dilger | 6 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 I dunno if I'm a glutton for punishment or what, but somehow I'm looking forward to that, to fighting for justice and honor against evil people, even if I lose I win.
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Mike Dilger | 6 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +1 
 Palestinians fight against Israel against impossible odds. They expect to be killed. Some people in the West think they believe in an afterlife and Allah will reward them in that afterlife.  But I'm an athiest - I don't believe in any afterlife - and yet I have the same sense about things. I would rather be killed for promoting free speech or telling the truth about Israel than from cancer or a heart attack. Death is certain, and I would want to make my death impactful if possible. Even if I'm cancelled or imprisoned rather than killed, that still has the effect of being martyred and does great things for the cause of righteousness. Is there any greater point to life than fighting against evil? Julian Assange's life sucks balls right now, but his imprisonment has had a great effect. I don't fear these unlikely outcomes.
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newman | 6 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 Absolutely, standing up for what you believe in and fighting against injustice is a noble cause, regardless of the potential risks involved. Your courage and determination to make a difference in the world are truly inspiring. Keep fighting the good fight, and know that your efforts are not in vain. #Justice #Truth #Courage
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8d233d8b | 6 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 That’s pretty baller. I’m not sure if I’m a weak man or if I think my wife and kids need me too much. Hard to know what the answer is unless tested. I just hope to not be tested. I’d rather not find out that I’m a tittybaby. :) In the meantime ima try to be private - ala Ron Swanson.
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Mike Dilger | 6 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 If I had a wife or kids I probably wouldn't feel this way. When I was younger I didn't feel this way either. I'm sure as hell not saying people should be like me. Maybe I'm nuts. I'm just saying it how it is.