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Luckily we wont have to wait for this trial to end, RDF says as soon as the Mueller report drops Drumph is being led out of the White House in handcuffs. Gentlemen..... we got him.
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19 hours ago, mpretori said:
You are correct about the labor portion. But the time it time it takes for permitting here is very long. I'm sure there's a ton of bureaucracy in China also. Just amazed they were able to grade, utility relocate, and complete vertical construction in 2 days. It shows the potential.
Just so much to unpack here.........
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Enjoy your political theater. I cant wait for the next impeachment trial in 2023!
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Good thing mpretori is here posting every ShareBlue chain emails he gets. Good stuff! I think we got him this time!
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On 1/18/2020 at 9:03 PM, mpretori said:
@Neo Can you do something about @Dandy Chiggens ? This is ridiculous and harassment/trolling. If not, this will be my last post.
Oh no, please dont go!
Take a look at my vote count for having a different opinion..... I am not crying like you are. How fragile.
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LOL @ posting replies without context. One of which was a reply to a beloved UP'er making calls for political violence.
Perhaps go research how stadiums are funded and where the funds to build a new stadium would come from. Maybe go see who is responsible for creating and expanding public transportation. (Hint: its not Lincoln Harris).
Funny how 1 down vote on a post that made zero sense can lead to pages of meltdowns and digging up old posts hahaha. You have issues.
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11 minutes ago, CarolinaDaydreamin said:
This is typical...
I'm not sure why he wants to sit on here and troll everyday, just don't get it. I just wish mods would do a better job of sending a message. I've been here for more than 10 years and don't know of any other person who brings down the vibes more...man.
I stop by here once a week and post maybe once a month. Sad that I am such a big part of your online life. Sorry dude, im just not that into you. You down vote people all the time, I guess that makes you a hypocrite.
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49 minutes ago, Nick2 said:
You could contribute to the forum with your own opinion and offer a rebuttal to his opinion rather than simply downvoting people you disagree with.
That's the guy who thinks that a new Panther stadium will be funded by sales and property taxes LOL.
Now hes getting upset over parking decks being built for over 1 millions square feet of office space. How else are people supposed to get to work? Should they walk until more light rail lines are built? Or is it Lincoln Harris' responsibility to build up Charlottes public transportation infrastructure?
The fact that posts like that get voted up shows how shortsighted the majority of this forum is with the inability to see scope and the big picture.
Let the triggering commence......
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On 10/20/2019 at 2:33 PM, mpretori said:
Hey @Dandy Chiggens , are you going to downvote the entire forum
Keep going troll.
Only misinformed posts like yours. Maybe lay off smelling your own farts over there in Seattle, its clouding your judgement.
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LOL cant argue with that emotional (yet incorrect) theory!
Pre 1965 the overwhelming majority of immigrants came from Europe.....
WW2 ended in....... 1945......
So sometime after 1945 attitudes towards non-European immigration (which was almost non-existent) dramatically shifted according to you. Also why would 2 wars fought in Europe make people hate non-European immigrants?
Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965.... you guessed it! 1965......
Your post doesn't quite add up but has an appeal to emotion and plenty of America hating. I guess that's good enough for some of the dullards on here.
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You forgot your caption
*Stolen meme and post from reddit..... word for word.
I bet you were excited to pretend you were clever though. Nice LARP.
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6 hours ago, kermit said:
Yea, the "Never" statement was misplaced but the article had it right. No Australian recession (two consecutive quarters of negative growth) since 1991. The data from Australian government sources supports that statement.
In terms of immigrant flows Australia has consistently had a higher rate of immigration per capita than the US over the past 18 years (and I would bet long before that).
Australia does not have open borders, but the correlation between immigration and economic growth appears to be strong in their case (at least superficially).
So aside from the "Never"" part of the statement I don't see any errors in the fundamental suggestion of the post in question -- high rates of immigration in Australia corresponded to a remarkably long period of economic expansion. Perhaps there is something to learn from their experience?
Source on the immigration chart: http://censusstats.blogspot.com/2012/06/australia-most-immigrant-friendly.html
and unrelated to Australian economics, if you @Dandy Chiggens just come here for the pictures why do you bother with the politics thread?
I dont have time at the moment but I would like to see where Australia sources their immigrants from and how many are considered "highly skilled". I would wager its not a free for all like it is in the EU right now. I think I will compare the fastest growing economies over the last 20 years and see if immigration played a role in none, some, or all of them. A side note, I do know that they depend on China a lot and this "trade war" could have dramatic effects on their economy depending on if Trump gets re-elected.
I originally came here to post since I am involved in real estate and development/investing on a smaller scale (so this kind of stuff interests me). I just happened to make my first post in this thread and RDF had a meltdown since there was 1 post that went against the echo chamber. He said this thread shouldn't exist and was extremely bothered (Yet hes fine with all the Drumph/Nazi posts that followed after I stopped posting) and started following me around the forums trying to police what I posted. Political discourse is dead in this country so perhaps I was foolish to think otherwise. There is also a really strange dynamic on this site among some members that I wont even get into and wont participate in. So yes, I look at the pictures and click Thanks on posts I like and appreciate and down vote posts I think are wrong. Well within the rules of the TOS.
This is a really well made and functioning forum though and am appreciative of it, but a few authoritarian members have kept me from contributing and becoming a supporting member of the site. Perhaps CD will get his wish and get me banned for down voting him on a post he was misinformed on. If not, I guess he can try writing his congressman next.
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Just now, kickazzz2000 said:
Educate me, professor, what are the relative populations of the two countries?
I simply asked what "much more accepting" means and provided data to make things easier to visualize. The economy is a vast topic and I believe immigration has a big effect on wage growth (which is at a 10 year high in this country). So high that establishment hacks are saying we have a "wage bubble". Meanwhile, Australia's wage growth has been stagnant. Must be a coincidence huh? Do you have anything else to add besides a triggered comment?
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21 hours ago, kermit said:
So @Dandy Chiggenshelp me understand why this post merits a downvote from your point of view.
Because its wrong? CD seems to have skin that is too thin to post on the internet so I spare correcting him and leave a down vote and he still has a meltdown. He must live in a padded room.
First his statement that Australia "has never had a major recession" is just flat out wrong. Many of their banks and financial institutions collapsed in the recession they had in the early 90's and unemployment was at 11%. Not to mention just last year they fell into a per capita recession. Some people even say that there is a major housing bubble and they may experience a collapse that resembles the US in 2008.
That article he then posted is junk and written from a establishment point of view that foolishly thinks our economies are similar in any way. Pretty much advocating open borders and entering into the TPP like they so hoped we would. As if not a single lesson was learned from NAFTA.
Also what exactly does "much more accepting of immigrants" mean?
In 2016 Australia accepted 223,500 permanent immigrants. An actual decrease from the previous year.
Meanwhile, the US accepted 1,183,500 permanent migrants. This does not include the thousands of refugees, H1-B visas, green cards, illegal immigrants etc etc.
This place is just so misguided and calling for a recession year after year. Growth may slow but we wont be in a recession anytime soon. It reminds me of novice real estate investors saying they are "waiting for the next crash" to happen so they can scoop up properties for 50% below their peak price. They will be waiting on the sidelines for a very long time.
4 hours ago, kermit said:Everyone is welcome to an opinion, I was just wondering about the logic behind it. The basic facts of the post appeared (to me) to be beyond dispute and they are easily verifiable so I wanted to learn about his point of disagreement. @Dandy Chiggens are you able to provide any context for us?
EDIT: It would be flattering if UP was big enough to warrant our own Russian bot.
This place should be more welcoming to view points that are outside the echo chamber. When that recession (that everyone here is praying for) hits, this place will become a ghost town until the "next cycle" without enough diverse viewpoints to create dialogue. But, not my problem. I come here for the pictures.
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9 hours ago, LKN704 said:
Transit is the great social equalizer.
Transit isn't causing people to act in a certain manner. People who "start stuff" on the train probably are also just as likely to "start stuff" on a sidewalk, in a shopping mall, etc. We all live in these safe, confined spaces that we often don't realize what occurs outside these spaces. Stepping into a public space that is used by everyone just allows us to witness events/things that occur in society. Folks really need to remember that when riding transit. Public transit is for everyone.
Since moving to DC last August, I have seen so many things on the Metro it isn't even funny (more so violence than anything) and I was physically assaulted on the train the first week of moving to DC. None of that has kept me of the train. On the contrary, it has essentially helped me check my privilege.
And for the folks in the above situation who were from Portland...riding the light rail in Portland was the only time in my life that someone ever came up to me and told me they would pay me $20 if I peed in a cup for him so he could use it for his drug screening.
This has to be satire.
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45 minutes ago, CarolinaDaydreamin said:
Should have had better street level interaction. IDK why these ever get approved in current form. Even hospitals should be adequately interacting with a neighborhood.
@Dandy Chiggens appreciate your reliable downvote, bud. Keep it up.
You are complaining about parking for people needing it to get medical treatment. Your desire for a Panera Bread doesn't take priority here. You're come off as extremely privileged and out of touch. Grow up.
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17 minutes ago, ricky_davis_fan_21 said:
If politics are affecting steel prices, construction labor, or our city's image etc, then sure you can talk about it. But if your entire Modus operandi is to call out "liberals" then you do not belong on a website dedicated to discussing development, architecture, and building a better urban realm.
You have made comments other than that when it comes to politics (the latest example is you commenting on the BOA sign skewing to the right) you clearly dont know anything about tariffs or the economy at large so keep living in your bubble of ignorance. If you think you decide who belongs here and who doesn't then feel free to delete my acct. Theres no way you are taller than 5'06".
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20 hours ago, DeleteMe said:
So, to be clear, it's OK on UP if you are part of the Up Vote clique, to write, and post, inane comments. What's the point of holding back? I was one of the original members of this site, left and returned hoping it would be better, or maybe less of a clique. Nothing has changed. This site is dominated by 2 kinds of posters: the know-it-alls and the suck-ups who will "like" anything posted by a know-it-all. It's actually a game to "win" most likes. Amazing. Instead of meaningful discussions about the value of urban design in our cities, it's speculation, rumors, and the occasional news leak. Why bother posting on the Georgia pages? Like the rest of this site, it's dead. The prima donna's on the Charlotte page are the only active users of Urban Planet. Good luck with your pursuit of "likes".
LMAO I disagree with everything this guy posts but he is spot on with his first sentence.
I got brigaded, downvoted, and personally insulted for posting about politics in the political thread, and that same clique who says we shouldn't post about politics at all (they really mean anything they disagree with) always seem to take 'clever' political shots and try to make political points in development threads. I am glad I didn't shell out any $$ to support this site like I usually do when I sign up places. Its a clown show with a circle jerk of misinformed divas who try to bully people off the site if they don't conform to the imagined hierarchy.
I must say I do appreciate the photos from a few members here. They helped steer me to certain neighborhoods for investing since I dont have boots on the ground all the time in Charlotte. You guys are the real heroes.
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1 hour ago, Nick2 said:
@Dandy ChiggensHey man don't just go down voting everyone randomly.
Its not random. I have a special algorithm. Besides, my vote down to post ratio is absurd and I am not complaining.
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On 4/6/2019 at 9:11 AM, MACyr said:
Or, decide when it's right to fight. Imagine yourself in Berlin in 1933 knowing what we know now about the next 12 years. Do you "look the other way" because your relationships are more important than saving lives, or, do you look the other way, fight behind the scenes, and let your loved ones meet their own fate? In 1933, a lot of people were convinced they were righteous and the other side pure evil but most were on the fence, including members of my own family alive then and in Berlin. Some were on the Left and voted for the Christian Democrats and Socialists but most were on the Right and voted for the nationalists and monarchists parties including the Nazis. There was outright violent political civil-war taking place in the streets. The time for talking had largely passed. But there was a time before 1933, when freedom of ideas, tolerance for others, and honest conversations happened between people with opposing beliefs. What happened? A Populist political movement took advantage of crisis and used the populations deepest fears prejudice and paranoia to crush dissent, slaughter, and imprison the opposition...first they came for the trade unionists and communists, the gays and artists then moved on. As time progressed the opposition was either happily on board, hopeful that this was just a passing phase or paralyzed by fear. The warning isn't so much that people have different beliefs, that's actually a good thing, it's when a demagogue emerges who promises to have all the answers, uses others as scapegoats, capitalizes on innate fears and prejudices, and monopolizes national and/or religious symbols and ideals as their exclusive domain at the exclusion of others. It can come from extremists on either the Right or Left. Right now, and for the last 30 or so years, it's been from the Right. Trump in a lot of ways is the most extreme political leader we have ever had in this country. He has the power of media behind him and arguably the military and police. He's largely been successful at converting old Republicans into his own version of a political party that loosely resembles the old. There is no room for compromise or discussion. He wraps himself in nationalism and literalist religion creating a fanatical base of supporters believe that they alone are the rightful protectors of nation and faith. I know what happened to my own family there in Berlin and I see what happened there happening again. History never repeats itself exactly as it happened before, but it will repeat the theme. Sure it's painful to think about this and witness the decline of tolerance and civility but you can't ignore it either. I don't think that this venue is the correct place to have these deep philosophical and political discussions but don't stop talking about what you believe in person with those you disagree with.
LOL the nut jobs always reveal themselves sooner or later. I feel like I am reading something ISIS would put out on the internet in an attempt to radicalize losers who suck at life.
Talk like this leads to attempted assassinations like the left wing nutter at the Congressional baseball game in Alexandria.
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1 minute ago, ricky_davis_fan_21 said:
I asked you a question. Why are you here. Negativity is the ONLY thing you contribute to this forum. This thread shouldn't even exist as far as I'm concerned because this is not the point of this site. I'm asking you to please contribute toward the actual purpose of this site. This isn't a political website.
LMAO you say this to the person in the political minority on this site. Perhaps stop replying to me and I'll post less. Your Trump Derangement Syndrome is nearing stage 4. Another person commented earlier in this thread that opposing viewpoints arent allowed here and that is pretty spot on. Perhaps you should lobby to have this thread axed if you cant handle political discourse and need an echo chamber.
I bet if I posted "drumph is getting indicted any day now!! I just know it!!" you wouldn't have a problem with me.
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14 hours ago, ricky_davis_fan_21 said:
I gotta ask. I just went through all of @Dandy Chiggens posts. Only one related to the topic of this board, development. Why exactly are you on this board, if the only thing you contribute to is this thread, and the thread that much of these discussions used to be held in. Can't this all happen on 4chan or reddit, or in the comment section of Breitbart? Maybe contribute something development worthy?
LOL @ you stalking me on the forum because I have different political opinions than you. I keep politics to the political thread and it still triggers you. I actually have a veteran friend who is a higher up at Duke. I had info to share that I still havent seen on the forum but decided against it after seeing the toxicity that some members have here. I noticed you are one of the cattier people on this board and get very upset and snarky with people. Maybe you should take a break and get some fresh air. You dont even live in Charlotte so perhaps start contributing to the Williamsburg forum instead?
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6 hours ago, CLT704 said:
Well, there is no evidence that illegal immigrants vote. However, for what it's worth, I think illegal immigration is a problem, if you want to come to America do it legally like I did. However, we have got to remember illegal immigrants are people and must be treated as such. I do not think a wall with stop illegal immigration- mainly since most overstay vistas and do not cross the border- however, I think there is a need for comprehensive immigration reform. You probably disagree entirely but Dreamers/DACA-recipients need a path to citizenship because it is not their fault they came to USA illegally and it would be incredibly unfair to send them to a country they have never been to. Immigration is a difficult problem to talk about because immigrants are people so have the same rights as you and me, however, as a concept, being an illegal immigrant is wrong.
Do you really think just because you say something that it makes it true? You have such big thoughts and ideas and you back up zero of them with any kind of evidence and have been proven wrong countless times in this thread. This took me 5 seconds. Come on progressives..... do better.
Wake County election official helped an illegal voter cast a ballot. Now she’s going to prison.
https://www.newsobserver.com/news/local/article225991625.html
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15 hours ago, CLT704 said:
Can you not read between the lines? It was a divisive, hypocritical attitude: vilify the Democrats and whine like brats when it happens to them. The GOP is the most hypocritical party I have ever come across, and I have lived in 4 different countries. See examples of investigations into Benghazi and Clinton's emails and compare that with Republicans screaming the house down with the Mueller investigation, while there is "no collusion"- although not exonerated mind you- there were/are multiple indictments, guilt pleas, prison sentences etc all this while the GOP had a meltdown about witch hunts and total exoneration: H Y P O C R I T E S. Also, seeing their votes re healthcare, taxes, social security: all votes contrasted their pledged positions of "we'll replace the ACA with something better", "more Americans will have more money", "we won't cut social security". The Democrats are definitely not perfect but they're a lot better in my eyes.
I know people who fought at Benghazi, do you?
On 3/27/2019 at 6:52 PM, CLT704 said:^?? I think someone needs to be more pragmatic and sensible so they can realise what they are saying is completely looney.
1. You cannot equate progressivism with people crapting in the streets, that's the kind of stuff when there are large number of people, not necessarily liberals.
2. Charlotte is very much a liberal city and we're not 'declining'. You claim Charlotte is a "nice Southern city" and yet we are very blue. Anyhow, people leaving does not meaning those cities are declining; in fact blue cities, such as New York, and liberal coastal areas are the economic engine of this country. You don't see some cornfield in Iowa with the same impact as the cities, important less none the less but not the driving force.
Dandy Chiggens, you give off a vibe of "gotta beat the libtards, those leftist partisan hacks are everything that's wrong with this country", your comments are very clearly divisive (mainly " participation upvotes from your fellow leftists") that are unnecessary and unfounded. And this is not an anti-GOP comment, I've voted Republican in the past but attitudes like that are one of the reasons I haven't voted GOP for a few years now.
It's going to be interesting reading your response.
Are you trying to claim that Charlotte isnt a southern city?
Did global warming..... im sorry...... climate change...... cause the US to shift towards the northern end of the globe?? Or was it the Trump tax cuts?
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Keep going troll.
Political Digression Thread -- Save UP! Move the politically focused stuff here
in Charlotte Coffee House
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Meanwhile on the campaign trail......
This is the most fight I have ever seen Bernie put up.... sadly he still lost.
Elizabeth Warren showing off some of her Native American dance moves.