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I Haven't Seen A Single Democrat Call For Gun Restrictions Following The Murder of Brian Thompson...
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AlleyCat
about a month ago
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I haven't seen a single Democrat call for gun restrictions following the murder of Brian Thompson....

It's almost as if preventing senseless deaths was never their primary focus.

GUN FACTS THEY DON'T TELL YOU ABOUT

1) 550 rapes are prevented every day by showing a gun

2) 1,100 murders are prevented every day by showing a gun

3) Law-abiding citizens use guns over 2 million times each year to protect themselves

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Siri Cruise
about a month ago
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Post by AlleyCat
I haven't seen a single Democrat call for gun restrictions following the murder of Brian Thompson....
He had my thoughts and prayers. Is that not enough?
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Alan
about a month ago
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Post by AlleyCat
I haven't seen a single Democrat call for gun restrictions following the murder of Brian Thompson....
It's almost as if preventing senseless deaths was never their primary focus.
GUN FACTS THEY DON'T TELL YOU ABOUT
1) 550 rapes are prevented every day by showing a gun
Your source?
Post by AlleyCat
2) 1,100 murders are prevented every day by showing a gun
Source?
Post by AlleyCat
3) Law-abiding citizens use guns over 2 million times each year to protect themselves
Source?
AlleyCat
about a month ago
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On Wed, 11 Dec 2024 16:30:36 -0800, Alan says...
Post by Alan
Post by AlleyCat
GUN FACTS THEY DON'T TELL YOU ABOUT
1) 550 rapes are prevented every day by showing a gun
Your source?
My best friend's sister's boyfriend's brother's girlfriend heard from this guy who knows this kid, who's going with a girl who saw it on the toilet
stall at Thirty-One Flavors last night.
Post by Alan
Post by AlleyCat
2) 1,100 murders are prevented every day by showing a gun
Source?
Does it matter?

Why?

That's not the topic. Why don't you just ask me to prove I'm AlleyCat, because that question is just as UNimportant as yours, regarding the stats on
the showing of guns. LOL

Oh... and I saw it on the Internet... look it up, faggot. Just because YOU can't find it... off-0topic anyways, Cuntnadian. Focus on THAT.
Post by Alan
Post by AlleyCat
3) Law-abiding citizens use guns over 2 million times each year to protect themselves
Source?
Does it matter?

Why?

That's not the topic, pedantic pussy. Why don't you just ask me to prove I'm AlleyCat, because that question is just as UNimportant as yours,
regarding the stats on the showing of guns. LOL

Oh... and I saw it on the Internet... look it up, faggot. Just because YOU can't find it... off-0topic anyways, Cuntnadian. Focus on THAT.

Should probably take of "law-abiding citizens" on that last one, because there are probably just as many NON-law-abiding citizens protecting
themselves too.

Well! Back to the topic, that you so UN-artfully dodged.

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TOPIC:

I haven't seen a single Democrat call for gun restrictions following the murder of Brian Thompson....

It's almost as if preventing senseless deaths was never their primary focus.

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Trump WINS!

Donald Trump is the 47th U.S. president, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris.

Republican Donald Trump was elected President of the United States in the 2024 election, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris.

Trump, 78, will begin his second term early next year.

Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the U.S. President on Monday, January 20, 2025, on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.

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Alan
about a month ago
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Because you can't pretend those numbers mean anything unless you show
the source.
AlleyCat
about a month ago
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On Wed, 11 Dec 2024 19:07:27 -0800, Alan says...
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Says who?

THIS is what matters.

I haven't seen a single Democrat call for gun restrictions following the murder of Brian Thompson....

It's almost as if preventing senseless deaths was never their primary focus.

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Trump WINS!

Donald Trump is the 47th U.S. president, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris.

Republican Donald Trump was elected President of the United States in the 2024 election, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris.

Trump, 78, will begin his second term early next year.

Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the U.S. President on Monday, January 20, 2025, on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.

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Alan
about a month ago
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Or it's almost as if you haven't looked:

<https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/renewed-calls-for-ban-on-ghost-guns-following-murder-of-unitedhealthcare-ceo/3451787/>

'“This is exactly why Connecticut was one of the first states in the
country to pass a ban on ghost guns. This is what we are afraid of --
nnregistered, un-serialized guns in the hands of people who shouldn't
have them,” said Connecticut Attorney General William Tong.'

He's a Democrat, right?
Skeeter
about a month ago
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I haven't seen a single Democrat call for gun restrictions following
the murder of Brian Thompson....



Remember that?
pothead
about a month ago
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They are too busy putting up wanted posters with pictures of other corporate CEO's all
over NYC.
And of course iconizing the shooter.
Liberals are mentally ill.
They really are.
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AlleyCat
about a month ago
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On Thu, 12 Dec 2024 13:47:15 -0800, Alan says...
Post by AlleyCat
It's almost as if preventing senseless deaths was never their primary focus.
Oh... yeah... as soon as I read about the murder, I said to myself... time to go look for articles on whether Democrats still want gun bans.

God DAMN you're stupid and a pedantic pussy.

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Do you know someone who is overly concerned with INSIGNIFICANT DETAILS and TRIVIAL RULES?

Those who THINK they're flaunting their intellectual superiority at every chance?

Dealing With Pedantic Pussies

This annoying behavior is called pedantry - and learning to handle pedantic people can save your sanity!

As a data analyst passionate about psychology and communication, I've had my fair share of encounters with pedantic friends, colleagues, and family
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What Does "Pedantic" Really Mean?

The word "pedantic" traces its roots back to the Greek "pedantes" meaning "teacher" or "slave who escorted children to school" - quite a literal
origin!

In modern usage, pedantic refers to someone who:

Annoys others by correcting minor errors
Focuses too much on precise definitions or trivial details
Shows off their own knowledge and expertise, especially on boring topics
Emphasizes following formal rules and traditional ways of doing things
Uses complex vocabulary to sound very scholarly

Ultimately, pedantry stems from a desire to display intellectual dominance and feel smarter than others through conversations.
Key Traits of a Pedantic Personality

While we all may act pedantic occasionally, some core characteristics mark those with an ingrained pedantic personality:

Formal speaking style - Pedants favor an elaborate, "textbook" way of communicating versus casual language.

Obsession with obscure details - Minor, academic facts captivate the pedant's interest, more than relatable human experiences.

Intellectual competitiveness - Pedants like engaging in debates and intellectual sparring to flex their knowledge.

Lecturing tendency - Pedants jump at any chance to share unprompted advice and corrections.

Rigid thinking - Pedants strictly adhere to rules and traditional structures over situational flexibility.

Social awkwardness - Many pedants lack skills to connect casually and read social cues.

According to a 2022 study in Psychology Today, an estimated 15% of the population exhibits moderately to highly pedantic tendencies.
What Motivates Pedantic Behavior?

Understanding the root causes behind pedantry can help us better address it with empathy. Here are some of the key motivations:
Signaling Superiority

Pedantic actions like correcting "errors" no one else notices or using fancy jargon can implicitly signal one's supposed intellectual superiority.
Sociologists describe this as an unconscious strategy to gain status by displaying specialized knowledge.
Reassuring Intelligence

Pointing out others' mistakes and peppering speech with big words helps reassure pedantic people of their own academic competence. This balances out
deep-rooted insecurities around intelligence and self-worth.
Autism Spectrum Conditions

Some autistic individuals exhibit pedantic communication patterns. Their factual focus reflects a neurodiverse cognitive style, rather than an ego-
driven need for dominance.
Social Disconnection

Pedantry may reflect an underlying difficulty with casual human interaction. Rigid rules feel safer than complex social dynamics. Pedants often lack
emotional intelligence and receptiveness.

In summary, pedantic tendencies likely stem from a desire to gain status, anxiety around self-image, neurological differences, or poor social skills.
With that understanding, we can approach pedants with more compassion.
Fun Facts About Pedantic Word Origins!

Since pedantic people love random trivia, here are some playful etymology facts around the word "pedant" and related terms:

"Pedagogue" meaning teacher shares the same Greek root as "pedant."

"Didactic" traces to the Ancient Greek for "apt at teaching."

"Sesquipedalian" uses advanced vocabulary to describe someone who uses advanced vocabulary.

"Loquacious" derives from the Latin for "talk" - quite fitting!

"Pauciloquent" combines Latin roots for "few" and "speak" - the opposite of loquacious.

I hope these fun linguistic facts entertained my fellow etymology nerds out there!
Spotting Pedantic Behavior in the Wild

What does pedantry actually look like in everyday life? Here are some classic examples:

Correcting typos or grammar in emails - Even minor technical errors send pedants into a tizzy.

Lecturing people on obscure historical facts - Pedants seize any chance to showcase their intellectual trivia.

Using unnecessarily complex vocabulary - Simple words bore pedants, who prefer sesquipedalian speech.

Criticizing creative rule-breaking - Pedants despise those who don't rigidly follow standard procedures.

Recommending tedious documentaries - Pedants enjoy "intellectual" TV, not fun entertainment.

Debating passionately about math proofs - Abstract technical topics energize the pedant.

Scoffing at intuitive decisions - Pedants think logic overrides human emotions or instincts.

Picking apart logical fallacies - Finding argument flaws proves their superior critical thinking.
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