MarxMadness [comrade/them]

Those who can harm others to get ahead, and have that opportunity, do.

This isn’t true on an individual level, and individuals make decisions for countries. Why would it be true on a state level?

Not taking advantage of others (either other individuals or other states) isn’t even some idealistic pursuit, either. There are costs and risks to doing so, and there are benefits (e.g., peace and cooperation) to dealing with others honestly.

When you need multiple attempts to replicate something that’s existed for decades… maybe what you’re trying to do doesn’t work!

Imagine trying to vibe design something complex.