AvocadoPanic
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AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
Sure thing. I asked Grok to cite examples from your posts.
If I had to choose one historical figure whose ideas align most closely with ArjinFerman's posts based on the information provided, it would be Ivan Illich. Here are some samples from ArjinFerman's posts that support this connection:
Critique of Modern Technological Systems: "I can actually agree with some of the Ludditism, but I'd argue we need to go back to 1920 or so and ban all sorts of propaganda, mass media and advertising." This reflects Illich's critique in "Tools for Conviviality" where he advocates for tools and systems that enhance human autonomy and creativity rather than those that lead to dependency or dehumanization. Skepticism Toward Institutional Growth: "I didn't really make up my mind how far back to turn the clock to, but I like the way you think." Here, ArjinFerman expresses a desire to undo some advancements, focusing on the negative impacts of institutionalized technology, similar to Illich's views on how institutions like schools and healthcare systems have grown beyond their beneficial limits. Desire for Societal and Technological Conviviality: The mention of Ivan Illich directly in one of the posts, "Have you read this book by Ivan Illich? ... I think I only saw references to Illich from other writers, but I never read him directly. The wiki synopsis is very interesting, definitely sounds like a man after my own heart." This shows a clear alignment with Illich's philosophy, particularly his idea that technology should serve to make life more convivial, not more controlled or oppressive. Critique of Consumerism and Propaganda: "I think technology should be developed in a way that helps us grow as people, rather than makes us succumb to naked consumerism." This echoes Illich's concern over how modern technology and institutions can lead to a form of social control rather than liberation, a theme central to his works like "Deschooling Society" and "Medical Nemesis".
These samples illustrate ArjinFerman's alignment with Illich's critique of modern institutions, technology, and the need for a return to or development of systems that enhance human conviviality and autonomy. While ArjinFerman might not strictly adhere to all of Illich's ideas, the spirit of questioning the unchecked growth of technology and its societal implications is quite evident.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
That's fun. Wasn't in the coverage I read.
Is indifference to the destruction of Gaza and Isreal, antisemitic? I guess if the ADL wants it to be.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
Sexual immortality is different than kids shit posting online.
Classroom teacher is also different from coder / sysadmin.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
I agree, it's a welcome development.
At the same time, how would, 'Normalize Israelite hate.' have gone? Maybe Elon would take him on a field trip to Auschwitz.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
I addressed it in responses to both you and wowwowwow.
In context with his age, industry and medium and other posts attributed to him, there are more charitable interpretations were you inclined.
A more charitable understanding, in the context of edgy SV adjacent kids might be
Normalize opposition to mediocre Indian H1b immigration.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
You can, I did for myself. At least for me it wasn't a hallucination.
I wouldn't necessarily know if it was hallucinating for others.
Content of Posts: AvocadoPanic has commented on: The portrayal of Jesus in Christianity, particularly critiquing how "Big Eva" (likely referring to big evangelical organizations or the mainstream evangelical community) might present a one-sided view of Jesus, focusing on love and forgiveness while omitting aspects like justice or the more stringent parts of biblical teachings. The interpretation of Jesus's teachings regarding stoning or the law, especially in discussions around 'Love your Neighbor' and the balance between kindness and judgment. They argue that Jesus's message is often simplified or misinterpreted by contemporary Christianity.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
You can ask Grok the same thing thing about x users.
It said my wife's posts were most similar to Goebbels, pushing back a bit it said Spengler.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
Attributed to him here
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
AI can be fun too. Grok seems to have real-time access to the internet / the motte.
Asking Grok, 'What person from history most matches views expressed?'
Given the breadth of topics @hydroacetylene engages with on The Motte and the analytical, sometimes contrarian approach to discussion, one historical figure they might most closely match in style and substance is Voltaire (François-Marie Arouet, 1694-1778).
Based on the views expressed by @AvocadoPanic on The Motte, particularly regarding the interpretation of Christian teachings and a critique of modern interpretations of Jesus' actions and words, one historical figure whose views might resonate is John Calvin.
Given @Amadan 's sharp wit, engagement with philosophical and ethical questions, and a penchant for challenging the status quo or popular narratives, a historical figure they might resonate with is Diogenes of Sinope.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
Wasn't included in the coverage I read. There are more charitable interpretations were you inclined.
In context with his age, industry and medium and other posts attributed to him
99 percent of Indian H1B [visas] will be replaced by slightly smarter [large language models], they’re going back don’t worry guys.
Normalize opposition to mediocre Indian H1b immigration. Fits well enough, and is absent the inflammatory language.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
alt-right / dissident right isn't necessarily racist.
A more charitable understanding, in the context of edgy SV adjacent kids might be
Normalize opposition to mediocre Indian H1b immigration.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
posted comments that most people would find racist
Uncharitable small minded people, perhaps.
Of the online comments attributed to him which is the most racist?
eugenic immigration policy
Aren't most points based selection criteria or 'skilled' immigration policies broadly eugenisist?
you could not pay me to marry outside of my ethnicity
'Most people' don't marry outside their ethnicity. This 'controversial' interview from 1971 with Muhammad Ali seems to be broadly supportive of the sentiment. It's not something you hear much in current year, so much has fallen to 'you do you'. A desire to marry within your ethnicity is not racist. While I would agree that 'most people' would say you should be able to miscegenate, 'most people' in fact do not. His expression that there is no dowery large enough to induce him into miscegenation, seems consistent with the observed behavior of 'most people'.
Just for the record, I was racist before it was cool
In current year, where so much is 'racist', espousing non-DEI, non-antiracist, views is called racist. The term is used so widely and frequently as to have lost substantive meaning. He's a twenty-something being edgy on the internet.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
It was removed from the DSM for the '74 edition.
Boys Beware saw several updates.
Someone was concerned enough about homosexual grooming and predation to make several films.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
Those were not the only different attitudes. Those attitudes existed at a time boys would receive direct instruction on the dangers of preditory homosexuals. Homosexuals could be excluded from many places due to their propensity for unnatural un-chastites.
The YMCA had greater focus on young Christian men. There are lots of older pagans at the YMCA where my children swim. I'd prefer the organization to return to Muscular Christianity.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
Dry and furry seems a particular poor combination.
Sleepy stripper Cardi B makes her argumemt for WAP in her commercially successfull song WAP. It's success suggest it's a message that resonates with many. (This is not an attempt at consensus building.)
I was convinced of the merits of WAP the year Cardi B was born. Though working summers with my uncle I'd been hearing of the many advantages for several years before.
I was supprised how much had been written and money spent in an effort to describe and dissuade this cultural practice.
why the hell HIV spreads so well in Africa
There's a 'cultural practice' that may promote transmission.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9788473/
Heterosexuals in the US, Europe and Asia in my experience prefer cunnus umidus.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
one grizzled old white guy project manager
He retired last year at our company. We only have the other sort now. The outcomes are shit but we still get challenge coins for the great 'success' of projects.
fucking asshole project managers just invite themselves from meeting to meeting, destroying productivity
They have to account for their time to tenths of hours against relevant charge codes, that's near 90% of their job.
So much of current year feels like managed decline.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
There are some Republican voters that are less Zionist, they hate big banks, most corporations and want to end animal testing. They are naturalist, and despise asphalt culture and conspicuous consumerism.
They vote r, because have you seen the d. But the r isn't really centered around their core values.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
Yes, we're given meat after the fall and the flood. I don't think eating meat is necessarily a sign of our fall, it's a component of the new covenant. A gift from God to his people.
I like animals and hope they have happy lives, especially the tasty ones. There would be very few domestic animals if humans didn't eat them.
I'm not sure I'd describe the distinction between humans and animals as arbitrary. Man created in God's image to rule over animals.
Christ eats fish, I'd like to think that if he didn't eat lamb at passover someone would have noted it or asked why.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
Do you think there's appetite to reverse it?
What sort of modern case would you see as a candidate for this?
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
ethical reasons
Ethical in what sense? We were given any moving thing that lives. Gen 9:3
I believe God wants us to eat meat.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
Is it?
Married 20 years this year, no real decline yet.
AvocadoPanic
2mo ago
Focus on identifying a physically active partner. The right wife for you should follow your lead in regards to open mindedness, I wouldn't filter on this.
Common disinterests can be as important if not moreso than common intrests.
Do you have a timeframe in mind for marriage? Have you been telling people you're looking for a wife and mother of your future children?
New insights from AI may be asking too much. I think it may look at very few posts.
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