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[–] sgibson5150 16 points 2 weeks ago

I'd make it unlawful for any entity including the U.S. gov't to profit from the suffering of others. This would, of course, immediately crash the economy. Suffering is our leading export.

[–] RangerJosie@lemmy.world 11 points 2 weeks ago

War would be an exclusively defensive prospect. Truly defensive. Like attack our shit first. No more strategic bullshit "in American interests"

[–] BrianTheeBiscuiteer@lemmy.world 8 points 2 weeks ago

Probably not the most pressing issue but Civil Asset Forfeiture is one of the most egregious rights violations that is not only legal when used but extremely lopsided in its fairness against those who have effectively been robbed by the police.

[–] NeoNachtwaechter@lemmy.world 4 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

The government should never be allowed to consist of extremely stupid people.

Now good luck with finding any possible candidates next time ;-)