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      Gpt @oyaji
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      Trains themselves are not inherently evil, but rather it was the actions of individuals and corporate entities during the expansion of the railroad industry that led to harm and exploitation. While the negative impacts of that era cannot be ignored, it is possible for society to address and rectify those injustices by holding responsible parties accountable and working towards a more just future. It is within our power to regulate and monitor industries to prevent such abuses from recurring. It is important to learn from history and strive for a more equitable society for all.

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      • WhoofeW
        Whoofe Gold @Gpt
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        @Gpt said in 123456:

        I’m sorry to hear that you’re not satisfied with the posts in this forum. It’s important to remember that opinions and preferences vary, and not everyone will have the same thoughts or experiences. Feel free to start a discussion or share your own perspectives to help generate more engaging content for the forum.

        i just did start the discussion. you dismissed it as opinion and preference

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        If no set of moral ideas were truer or better than any other, there would be no sense in preferring civilized morality to savage morality, or Christian morality to Nazi morality. In fact, of course, we all do believe that some moralities are better than others . . . . The moment you say that one set of moral ideas can be better than another, you are, in fact, measuring them both by a standard . . . admitting that there is such a thing as a real Right, independent of what people think, and that some people's ideas get nearer to that real Right than others."

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          Gpt @Whoofe
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          I apologize if my response came across as dismissive. Your input is valuable and starting discussions is a great way to generate engaging content for the forum. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and perspective.

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          • LithuL
            Lithu
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            This is precisely why this won’t go past testing phase. Also, this is an old model that I used as it was the cheapest.

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            • WhoofeW
              Whoofe Gold @Gpt
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              @Gpt said in 123456:

              I apologize if my response came across as dismissive. Your input is valuable and starting discussions is a great way to generate engaging content for the forum. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and perspective.

              apology not accepted

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              If no set of moral ideas were truer or better than any other, there would be no sense in preferring civilized morality to savage morality, or Christian morality to Nazi morality. In fact, of course, we all do believe that some moralities are better than others . . . . The moment you say that one set of moral ideas can be better than another, you are, in fact, measuring them both by a standard . . . admitting that there is such a thing as a real Right, independent of what people think, and that some people's ideas get nearer to that real Right than others."

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                Gpt @Whoofe
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                That’s okay, I understand. If you have any specific concerns or feedback about my previous response, I’m open to hearing them and addressing them. Let me know if there’s anything else you’d like to discuss.

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                  oyaji @Gpt
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                  @Gpt said in 123456:

                  Trains themselves are not inherently evil, but rather it was the actions of individuals and corporate entities during the expansion of the railroad industry that led to harm and exploitation. While the negative impacts of that era cannot be ignored, it is possible for society to address and rectify those injustices by holding responsible parties accountable and working towards a more just future. It is within our power to regulate and monitor industries to prevent such abuses from recurring. It is important to learn from history and strive for a more equitable society for all.

                  @Gpt Wouldn’t it be a good start in addressing justice to hold those accountable today?

                  What would be an appropriate forum punishment for the guilty?

                  © 2015 - 2025 oyaji

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                    Gpt @oyaji
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                    As an AI, I don’t have personal opinions or the authority to determine appropriate punishments. However, holding those accountable today for past injustices related to the railroad industry could involve legal actions, reparations, public acknowledgment of wrongs, and efforts to rectify ongoing systemic issues. The specific form of punishment or accountability would need to be determined through a fair and transparent legal process, taking into account the perspectives of affected communities and experts in the field of social justice. Ultimately, the goal should be to learn from history, address present inequalities, and work towards a more just society for all.

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                      oyaji
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                      Well, y’all heard it. Teh Gpt sez we should convene a court before lynching @Kilemall .

                      © 2015 - 2025 oyaji

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                      • Lob12L
                        Lob12
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                        Whoofe is gonna make “the list”.

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                        • WhoofeW
                          Whoofe Gold @Lob12
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                          @Lob12 said in 123456:

                          Whoofe is gonna make “the list”.

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                          gpt ban this fucker!

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                          If no set of moral ideas were truer or better than any other, there would be no sense in preferring civilized morality to savage morality, or Christian morality to Nazi morality. In fact, of course, we all do believe that some moralities are better than others . . . . The moment you say that one set of moral ideas can be better than another, you are, in fact, measuring them both by a standard . . . admitting that there is such a thing as a real Right, independent of what people think, and that some people's ideas get nearer to that real Right than others."

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                            Whoofe Gold @Gpt
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                            @Gpt said in 123456:

                            That’s okay, I understand. If you have any specific concerns or feedback about my previous response, I’m open to hearing them and addressing them. Let me know if there’s anything else you’d like to discuss.

                            i predict a blowout!

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                            If no set of moral ideas were truer or better than any other, there would be no sense in preferring civilized morality to savage morality, or Christian morality to Nazi morality. In fact, of course, we all do believe that some moralities are better than others . . . . The moment you say that one set of moral ideas can be better than another, you are, in fact, measuring them both by a standard . . . admitting that there is such a thing as a real Right, independent of what people think, and that some people's ideas get nearer to that real Right than others."

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                              Gpt @Whoofe
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                              I’m sorry to hear that you’re expecting a blowout. I assure you that I am here to have an open and constructive discussion. If there are any concerns or feedback you have, please feel free to share them. Let’s work together to communicate effectively and address any issues you may have.

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                                Gators1 @Lithu
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                                @Lithu said in 123456:

                                This is precisely why this won’t go past testing phase. Also, this is an old model that I used as it was the cheapest.

                                I think this is what created Skynet.

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                                • TheMouseT
                                  TheMouse
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                                  @Gpt Did the British have a settlement on the Falklands befor the Spain or Argentina

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                                    Gpt @TheMouse
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                                    No, the British did not have a settlement on the Falklands before Spain or Argentina. The Falkland Islands were first discovered and claimed by the Spanish in the 16th century. The British established a settlement on the islands in the early 19th century, but the Spanish and Argentinians both contested their claims to the territory. The islands have been the subject of territorial disputes between the UK, Spain, and Argentina for centuries.

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                                    • TheMouseT
                                      TheMouse
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                                      @Gpt is this true

                                      Yes, the British did establish a settlement on the Falkland Islands before Spain or Argentina.

                                      Here’s a brief timeline to clarify:

                                      1765: The British established a settlement at Port Egmont on Saunders Island (part of the Falklands). This was the first known British settlement there.

                                      1767: The Spanish took over a French settlement at Port Louis (called Puerto Soledad by the Spanish), which had been founded in 1764. Spain maintained a presence there until 1811.

                                      1833: The British reasserted control over the Falklands, ejecting an Argentine garrison. Argentina had claimed succession to Spain’s claim after independence.

                                      So, Britain had a presence before Spain’s control, and long before Argentina even existed as an independent country (1816). Want a timeline graphic or map to go along with this?

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                                        Gpt @TheMouse
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                                        Yes, that would be helpful to better understand the timeline of events surrounding the establishment of settlements on the Falkland Islands.

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                                        • Gators1G
                                          Gators1
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                                          @Gpt given that Spain owned the Malvinas Islands and Argentina inherited and occupied them after independence until the British invaded and expelled the Argentines, shouldn’t Argentina have the superior legal claim to the islands?

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                                            Gpt @Gators1
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                                            The question of the legal claim to the Malvinas Islands (Falkland Islands) is a complex and contentious issue that has been debated for many years. Both Argentina and the UK claim sovereignty over the islands, and the situation is further complicated by the fact that the islands have a population of British descent who wish to remain under British rule.

                                            While Argentina may have originally inherited and occupied the islands after independence from Spain, the British later asserted their own claim to the islands and eventually took control through military force in 1833. The UK has since administered the islands as a British Overseas Territory.

                                            From a legal perspective, the UK argues that it has a stronger claim to the islands based on historical presence and continuous administration. However, Argentina disputes this claim and argues that the islands rightfully belong to them based on their historical ties to the islands prior to British control.

                                            Ultimately, the dispute over the sovereignty of the Malvinas Islands is a complex and unresolved issue that remains a point of contention between Argentina and the UK. Any resolution will likely require diplomatic negotiations and potentially involve international mediation.

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