Hating a whole group, community, or nation without personal experience is a sign of falling for propaganda.

"I know not with what weapons World War III will be fought, but World War IV will be fought with sticks and stones." Albert Einstein

Israel without USA 😂 😂 😂

Yesterday, I was explaining Bitcoin to a friend of mine. The interesting thing was that she didn’t know what it was—she hadn’t even heard of Bitcoin. I told her it’s decentralized, limited in supply, unstoppable, and the idea is to cut out the middleman. She said she got the concept, but didn’t show any interest in learning more. Guess it’s still early days for some people.

Does anyone know what this creature is? I caught it in the bathroom.

If one thing gets more expensive while everything else stays the same, it’s probably something valuable – maybe better quality or more in demand. But if everything’s price is climbing, don’t be fooled – it’s not the goods getting better, it’s your currency losing its worth.

It’s fascinating how Bitcoin developers continuously strive to improve its code, aiming to make Bitcoin as robust as possible. They discuss various proposals, and if a consensus is reached among the core contributors, those changes are implemented. However, these decisions are made by individuals deeply immersed in the technical details, while everyday users simply use Bitcoin without delving into its complexities. I believe this is a highly effective model that could serve as an analogy for governing a country. Currently, governments are chosen through universal voting, where everyone casts a ballot, regardless of their understanding of the issues at hand. But what would happen if everyone in the world voted on how Bitcoin should function, and the majority’s wishes were implemented? It could lead to disaster. Many people would likely prioritize short-term gains, supporting changes that allow them to earn more bitcoins quickly, even if those changes destabilize the network in the long run. Their focus would be on immediate profit, not the system’s sustainability. Isn’t politics much the same? When people vote, do they think long-term, carefully weighing the pros and cons, or do they simply want a better life now, making them susceptible to empty promises? Should everyone have an equal say in governing a country, or would it be better if governance mirrored Bitcoin’s model—where decisions are made by informed enthusiasts who understand the system’s strengths and weaknesses and are committed to its long-term improvement? Right now, universal voting often leads to governments that are corrupt or prioritize short-term populism over sustainable progress. A system driven by knowledgeable and dedicated individuals might offer a more resilient path forward.