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Tom Mazanec wrote: ↑

Wed Apr 03, 2024 7:13 pm

Does the Taiwan earthquake make an invasion more likely?

Doubt it. The time for recovery from an earthquake is small compared to the time to gather forces for an invasion. If China were to give a fast go, it would be picked up from space right quick.

spottybrowncow wrote: ↑

Tue Apr 02, 2024 9:31 pm

Bob Butler wrote: ↑

Tue Apr 02, 2024 9:24 pm

Not confused. You just believe you are Daniel Webster and can define a word to have one unique and binding meaning.

Come back to Earth, son - you're lost.

Already on Earth One. You don't believe there is only one point of view, do you?

spottybrowncow wrote: ↑

Tue Apr 02, 2024 8:32 pm

Respect for human life is the issue. That's why you're so confused.

Not confused. You just believe you are Daniel Webster and can define a word to have one unique and binding meaning.

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