Effective today any child under the age of 16 in Australia is not allowed to be on social media sites. The ones in question are Instagram, Facebook, threads, Snapchat, YouTube, TikTok, Kik, Reddit, twitch and X.
Of course it won't be 100% effective but damn it's a good idea and you have to rip the Band-Aid off somewhere.
I just wonder how long it will take the kids will find a workaround.
While it seems like a good idea, this all show and no substance. It’s impossible to enforce it. Typical of progressive politicians, the Aussie government is taking the easy route, banning children on social media with no way to ensure it works, just so they claim they did something and feel good about it.
This is more than any country in the world has done for the safety of children on social media and yet here you are shitting on it.
Besides children, the people who really don't like this would be ped0ph1les and perverts.
This is the moral equivalent to what they’re doing in Australia: A person is swimming twenty-five yards out in the water, when he suddenly realizes he can’t make it back to shore.
He sees people on the beach and he begins to call to them just as he begins struggling to stay afloat.
The people on shore hear his cries and look out on the water and locate the struggling person.
But, instead of heading out on the water to effect his rescue, they all begin praying that he gets saved. They all pray really, really hard.
And, he slips under the water and drowns.
Here’s what they all say afterward: Well, we did something. At least we tried.
That would s exactly the point. Many situations that beg for a solution can’t be helped except in a token way. Your opinion is, generally, valid. But, there are many **** people (because we tend to think that this was passed to protect the little tikes ) that won’t listen to parents to not use social media but, can’t argue if they can’t access social media due to government actions. If one kid’s life is positively impacted, then, this is a good effort.
However, if we accept that this is whistling in the wind, then, as a very smart man, what do you recommend should be done short of shutting down the internet?
The onus should be on the parents, not the government. Government has always had the excellent ability for messing up the lives of the people it was allegedly supposed to serve. History is rife with examples of government NOT doing the right thing, time after time. Billions have died prematurely because of organized governments.
In a perfect world, more parents would be more attentive and protective of their children. This is not a perfect world, however. People are flawed.
The ironic part is that government is made up solely of people. As stated above, people are flawed.
Why should we, then, trust government to always do the right thing, if the people in it are just as imperfect as the rest of us?
One thing is for sure: we can always trust the government to make a bad situation worse. Not even religion has had the ability to make the world right, and religion has been around far longer than government. The problem with religion, is the same as the problem with government: there are people involved in it.
A problem exists, and government’s solution, more often than not, is to make feel-good empty gestures for bragging rights, that is, when it's not trampling all over human rights. Doing “something" then becomes justification for spending more of our hard-earned money, just to micro-manage our lives.
The solution is to stop wanting the government to fix our lives and to take responsibility for ourselves. Modern societies have become far too reliant on government to solve their problems. That nonsense must stop, because government, whether through sheer incompetence or maliciousness, will ultimately be the end of human dignity and the death of humanity.
No. I’m for limited government by the people. I’m for government that takes care of infrastructure, protects national borders, and protects national interests. Today’s governments are no longer for the people. They are for the self-interests of the persons controlling them. They’re for the elitists, of the elitists, and by the elitists.
Anarchists want the world to burn. They produce nothing but misery. I want the world to be protected, because I live in it. I merely don’t want the State to tell me how I should live my life, so long as I am harming no one.
It’s not a black and white world. Why do you seem to insist that it is by labeling me an anarchist? Do you actually believe that there are only two sides in this issue: total submission/dependency or total anarchy?
The control of the people, even by elitists, in this country, is achieved by having elections. You can argue, and I won’t dispute it, that money, lies, manipulation of facts, and character assassination is/are frequently used to get votes. Elections, however, where a voter CHOOSES to vote for an individual, is what chooses what our government will be. The results may or may not be good for the people, but, they choose. The limits that these governments have are directly proportional to the educated participation of the electorate and, the constant supervision of those that believe that because they got elected can do whatever they want. I’ve always believed that NO ONE wants an excess of government. Just enough to keep us safe and accommodating to our needs.
Okay, you are not an anarchist. I didn’t label you. Thanks for that clarification. It was more of a question by me than a statement, but, you are a conservative, right leaning, citizen, right? So, let me ask you, what do you think of the EPA, the WHO, abortion, gun control, conservation laws, and treatment of illegal aliens? Because, in my book, many people want to live their lives in a cocoon where they don’t care about their neighbors. They just, and I quote, “don’t want the State to tell me how I should live my life, so long as I am harming no one.”
And no, I don’t believe “ that there are only two sides in this issue: total submission/dependency or total anarchy?” and I never said that. I notice you project to conclusions that are not what I’ve written (I do that too, sometimes 🤣 I’ve also noted that the minute you saw my opinion and you didn’t like them, you went straight to character assassination instead of refuting them with facts. It seemed that you dismissed me and my opinions because I’m a dumb blond woman that should stay away from politics. I’m going to borrow from your book and say you are a misogynist.
Always gotta go for the worst case scenario, huh. Proper parental guidance would prevent that, but here you are, promoting more government. Sheesh!
Why is it always a worst case scenario?
Government has been usurping the family unit for decades now. Look at the cities with the worst crime statistics. The family units are virtually non-existent in those communities, because government stepped in and told people, “You can’t do this alone. We’re here to help.”
I think it was Johnson that told mothers they didn't need a father in the house, the government would pickup the tab.that was some of the early stages of the demise of America. when family was devalued.
That is your opinion, but, don’t you think that 50 +/- yrs, with so many Republicans in power, that that supposedly bad advice would have been given the boot? Even today, a yr after the Clown got re-elected, I don’t hear him saying, “Johnson was wrong”.
Look to me, you are putting the cart before the horse. Government stepped in BECAUSE those cities were out of control. However, in what form did they step in? Bigger police forces? More funds for education? Fighting poverty? More employment? Higher minimum wages? Fairer voter participation?
Those family units that are virtually non-existent are a huge problem. I agree, but, without Big Government, how do you propose we deal with it? And before you say there’s too much red tape and waste of resources (and I agree with that), remember, nothing is perfect but something has to be done. Individual help is needed but it’s nowhere enough. Government help has to be.
The simple concept of NOT reproducing if you can't support the results would be a Giant step in the right direction and would cost nearly ZERO to the individual "needing help" and the taxpayer.
Shut down the entire internet. That’s the only sure way to “protect” the children. They’ll have to go back to sneaking peeks at girlie magazines, like in the old days.
The AlGoreRhythms are a problem for about everything on the net. I use Youtube for music and sometimes just because i listen 1 song from a artist that is a bit different than usual, holy shit, if i walk away and let the thing autoplay, there is some shit will come up that makes me want to wack the computer with a hammer!
So don’t walk away. They want to be helpful. I’ve been using YouTube premium for years and most of the time they come up with a very good selection of videos I like. The more you use it the more they get it right.
The little crotch goblins will just lie about their ages or have their parents make them an account. As long as the parents give them phones and access to any internet capable device it won’t stop them.
Like I said, the kids will probably find a workaround. I just wonder how long it will take for about 50% of the kids to be back online. Maybe they'll learn how to do crazy things like have conversations and maybe their neck will not hurt as much from constantly looking down. Maybe but I honestly think probably not but it's better than doing nothing.
I seriously doubt it would have stopped me had i been young when this was going on. Similar situation is the motivation for me winding up in college and getting my degree.to beat the system
Well that car owner is in for a headache because how do you file a claim to get your car fixed? It was not in a wreck with another vehicle, and airplanes don't carry auto insurance.
Doesn’t matter, your car insurance. Pays you to fix your car once you cover your deductible, and the insurance. Companies lose out unless they try to sew the airplane operator
I have been in SW Florida for 2 months and I really don’t recall there being any “rain” days. Tonight, there’s a good amount of rain and a thunderstorm, too!
And it has been a cool day today! I was up and out at 08:15 for a mani and pedi in Fort Myers and it was 59 degrees! Brrrrrrr! Fast forward to shortly after 5pm and back in LaBelle and it’s only 67 degrees! Not what I consider to be typical SW Florida weather, but I must admit that it looked like what I would have expected to be an overcast/going to rain kinda sky!
The one I really enjoyed was the one where the instructor (that’s my guess) appeared to fall forward into a push-up then bounced up and into a squat. The “hell no, that’s not happening!” look on the woman’s face that was standing behind her as she shakes her head left to right said it all!
I will talk about her picture being uploaded in the wrong category all day long because it is. Some find her very appealing and I'm not sure why but it is what it is....
She still refers to me as a "cunt" and her lackey calls me a "bitch" but I'll be damned if I will call them anything as vile. Like some members say, appeal is beyond physical beauty it is about the confidence and attitude projected. I dunno, feed me peanuts and call me Dumbo but their damn attitudes scream "gutter rat".
This is not right. I know you and Lix don't like each other. Your post the other day about her photo not qualifying for the main page was ok. But, personal attacks demean you and especially, your lovely wife. Remember, Mrs CC54 competes with Lix. If you bring Lix down then you are saying your wife is in competition with mediocrity and if she wins, it's not much of a win.
You have said a "mouthful". You offer your sincere thoughts to CountryCouple54 and I would like to believe that you have done the same with any other members that demean either him or her.
I did try to make peace with lix a number of years ago and my message to her is still posted on my page. No response and to date, I am still referred to as a "cunt".
I have attempted to be tolerant of hotpussy aka TWOWARMTTS and TWOWARMTTS2. It is super difficult as she often gets "confused" as to what persona she is at any given moment. Quite often she speaks before she thinks and she can't rely upon her go to excuse of "heat of the moment". How many times should members turn their cheek?
I do hope that you continue to gather information, not what you are told but what you observe and form your opinion(s) from that.
Hotpussy was the first person to welcome me to the site. You were the second and Lix was the third. Three ladies with very strong personalities. Imagine my disappointment when I found out you three are in a constant war. What I said to Mr CC54 applies to other members too. As I said Hotpussy is special to me and it pains me that she can be so sweet with one person and so crude with another. That's why I posted, in her forum, how I felt about the way she referred to you. I don't want to know the reasons for either of you to be mad at each other. I am not a peace maker. I just think that civility can be a part of your arguments.
We have no problem competing with lix or any other member. And by the statement you made you act as if lix is the only competition. To say that a contest is mediocre because lix has not entered is asinine. There are plenty of other gorgeous and beautiful women hear that compete in the contests. Ones that bring more to the table then lix. And as far as lix being the first to welcome you to the site. Don't take it personal, she's the first to welcome every new man, every single day. This site is her job. And as far as Bella or any other member, we don't need to explain or justify to you our issues with lix. You're a new member, this feud goes years back. Way before you got here.
I really don't think WetNoodle is saying a competition is "mediocre because lix has entered". On the contrary. In my opinion, what he is saying is that if you refer to lix as "corned beef hash" and your wife competes in a contest with "corned beef hash" and wins, she's ONLY won because all she was ever up against was "corned beef hash". Your missus is MORE THAN THAT and he acknowledges it.
Son, I can see you miss out in a lot of good things in life. You should be on your knees thanking the All Mighty he brought the Mrs to your life. --------------------------------------- added after 22 minutes
One more thing. You say your wife competes fair and square, but, you fail to mention that the photo of this month's POM is a few years old......CountryCouple54 at 30,Sep,14 15:46
Almost 5 yrs old.
CC54, I'm gessing you don't like me. You are wrong but I doubt I'll change your mind. This photo of your wife is very exciting. It's really a perfect photo for a porn site. Others agree as it went straight to third place in one or two days. I really like it although, I'm sure you couldn't care less. In my opinion though, I prefer the other photo. The one you posted on the POM for this month. It's more subtle, much sexier, and doesn't say, "I'm a slut" like this one says to me. --------------------------------------- added after 61 seconds
Not the act. The pose. You want to make it about your wife. Why? Do you think she's a slut? I think she's a lovely woman. I think she's beautiful, gorgeous even, and deserving of all those prices she won. She also POSED IN A PHOTO THAT IN MY OPINION LOOKS LIKE A SLUT HAVING SEX. AND I LIKE IT. Obviously many men like the photo, FOR WHATEVER reason. When women pose nude to show it off in public, they will give the impression of being loose. If that bothers you then you should have a heart to heart talk with her --------------------------------------- added after 5 minutes
So,does this mean you un-blocked me? Is it temporary or permanent. Also, who PM you to do so? Did they say it was bad form to blacklist me? Well, everyone is convinced I'm a fucktard so here goes. After our exchange earlier, I'm with Hotpussy. The lady has the right idea. Take your unblocking and shove it up your ass
You clearly wish to have the word “fucktard” stamped on your forehead. Your opinion and definition of pictures posted here are NOT viewed in that manner, regardless of content.
Hey fucktard. You'll never learn. Jealously will get you know where. You're old and wrinkly twosaggytitties. Fuck off. You will drown in sorrow wishing you and Charlie have what we have. Your words will never and have never meant a fuck to us. You are like lix, you need this site to justify living. I'm sorry Charlie chose Jerome over you. And he would rather have a dick in his ass then his dick in you. No one asked us to unblock you. That was just another wasted chance. Some old bitch that runs around fucking anything and everything is the definition of a slut. My wife and I being loyal to each other for 25 years is what you wish you had. That's why it eats your ass up. So we will continue to do our thing, and you will continue to be pathetic. Remember what I told you the last time. I'll say it again. Eat shit and die you old bitch.
Hey! Don't call Mr Yumm a dorkus (even when he is kinda being a dorkus ). Now I am going to have to start a whole new forum topic in which to call you random, nasty, and completely unjustified names. I think I will call it Are you Ready to Stuff Stuff.
When I was growing up, we had neighbors, who my parents called by the names of Roman and Dorcas. At that time, I had no idea who was who but I had always hoped I would be fast enough to see where my parents were looking when they said whichever name. Parents can be so quick, or kids not fast enough, it took me a long time to figure out who was who.
Candy and I got married in 1971, had our 1st child in 1972, our 2nd in 1975 and the last one in 1981. My granddaughter was born in 1992, then we had 2 more from my daughter. My two sons had 2 daughters and two sons. My last grandson will be 2 on June 14 of this year. I met Candy in 1969 while working at Miami International Airport. We've been together over 48 yrs. Don't mistake the slutty persona she projects as being true. The pervs here seem to like that. What you can't deny is that for a 67 yr old woman she still rocks the pervs rocks. Lets see what your lady will look like when she reaches my Candy's age. BTW, Candy walks/runs 7 miles every Mon, Wed, & Fri. She does cardio biking every Tuesday and Thursday and she hits the Gym every lunch hour. You and your lady don't even have an idea what it is to be obsessed with each other. While she is and does all this, she keeps a clean home and is a fantastic cook. Jealous of you? not hardly. The only thing you've got is a curvy wife. and I have that too. What's more, when my wife was your lady's age she made your lady look like an old rag.
Of course it won't be 100% effective but damn it's a good idea and you have to rip the Band-Aid off somewhere.
I just wonder how long it will take the kids will find a workaround.
Besides children, the people who really don't like this would be ped0ph1les and perverts.
I’m only stating facts. There is no way to enforce this ban. It’s all for show, and nothing more. It’s the moral equivalent of wishing on a star.
This is the moral equivalent to what they’re doing in Australia: A person is swimming twenty-five yards out in the water, when he suddenly realizes he can’t make it back to shore.
He sees people on the beach and he begins to call to them just as he begins struggling to stay afloat.
The people on shore hear his cries and look out on the water and locate the struggling person.
But, instead of heading out on the water to effect his rescue, they all begin praying that he gets saved. They all pray really, really hard.
And, he slips under the water and drowns.
Here’s what they all say afterward: Well, we did something. At least we tried.
Same thing.
Same Same
They can now claim, with puffed up chests, “Look, everyone! We did something,” even though it’s totally and utterly meaningless!
However, if we accept that this is whistling in the wind, then, as a very smart man, what do you recommend should be done short of shutting down the internet?
In a perfect world, more parents would be more attentive and protective of their children. This is not a perfect world, however. People are flawed.
The ironic part is that government is made up solely of people. As stated above, people are flawed.
Why should we, then, trust government to always do the right thing, if the people in it are just as imperfect as the rest of us?
One thing is for sure: we can always trust the government to make a bad situation worse. Not even religion has had the ability to make the world right, and religion has been around far longer than government. The problem with religion, is the same as the problem with government: there are people involved in it.
A problem exists, and government’s solution, more often than not, is to make feel-good empty gestures for bragging rights, that is, when it's not trampling all over human rights. Doing “something" then becomes justification for spending more of our hard-earned money, just to micro-manage our lives.
The solution is to stop wanting the government to fix our lives and to take responsibility for ourselves. Modern societies have become far too reliant on government to solve their problems. That nonsense must stop, because government, whether through sheer incompetence or maliciousness, will ultimately be the end of human dignity and the death of humanity.
Anarchists want the world to burn. They produce nothing but misery. I want the world to be protected, because I live in it. I merely don’t want the State to tell me how I should live my life, so long as I am harming no one.
It’s not a black and white world. Why do you seem to insist that it is by labeling me an anarchist? Do you actually believe that there are only two sides in this issue: total submission/dependency or total anarchy?
Okay, you are not an anarchist. I didn’t label you. Thanks for that clarification. It was more of a question by me than a statement, but, you are a conservative, right leaning, citizen, right? So, let me ask you, what do you think of the EPA, the WHO, abortion, gun control, conservation laws, and treatment of illegal aliens? Because, in my book, many people want to live their lives in a cocoon where they don’t care about their neighbors. They just, and I quote, “don’t want the State to tell me how I should live my life, so long as I am harming no one.”
And no, I don’t believe “ that there are only two sides in this issue: total submission/dependency or total anarchy?” and I never said that. I notice you project to conclusions that are not what I’ve written (I do that too, sometimes 🤣
Why is it always a worst case scenario?
Government has been usurping the family unit for decades now. Look at the cities with the worst crime statistics. The family units are virtually non-existent in those communities, because government stepped in and told people, “You can’t do this alone. We’re here to help.”
You destroyers just can’t leave things alone.
Those family units that are virtually non-existent are a huge problem. I agree, but, without Big Government, how do you propose we deal with it? And before you say there’s too much red tape and waste of resources (and I agree with that), remember, nothing is perfect but something has to be done. Individual help is needed but it’s nowhere enough. Government help has to be.
Why not a blanket ban for all users.
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I will talk about her picture being uploaded in the wrong category all day long because it is. Some find her very appealing and I'm not sure why but it is what it is....
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You know, I have no problem telling her what I think about her to her face. But oh yeah, I can't.
She still refers to me as a "cunt" and her lackey calls me a "bitch" but I'll be damned if I will call them anything as vile. Like some members say, appeal is beyond physical beauty it is about the confidence and attitude projected. I dunno, feed me peanuts and call me Dumbo but their damn attitudes scream "gutter rat".
I did try to make peace with lix a number of years ago and my message to her is still posted on my page. No response and to date, I am still referred to as a "cunt".
I have attempted to be tolerant of hotpussy aka TWOWARMTTS and TWOWARMTTS2. It is super difficult as she often gets "confused" as to what persona she is at any given moment. Quite often she speaks before she thinks and she can't rely upon her go to excuse of "heat of the moment". How many times should members turn their cheek?
I do hope that you continue to gather information, not what you are told but what you observe and form your opinion(s) from that.
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One more thing. You say your wife competes fair and square, but, you fail to mention that the photo of this month's POM is a few years old......CountryCouple54 at 30,Sep,14 15:46
Almost 5 yrs old.
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Of course, what do I know. I'm an old fuck.
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So,does this mean you un-blocked me? Is it temporary or permanent. Also, who PM you to do so? Did they say it was bad form to blacklist me? Well, everyone is convinced I'm a fucktard so here goes. After our exchange earlier, I'm with Hotpussy. The lady has the right idea. Take your unblocking and shove it up your ass
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