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Cute pictures of her new velvet hippo Hickory:
Some of the typical comments:
Hickory is going to need lots of tennis balls!! I love him so much. Completely adorable! ๐งก๐
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He's beautiful I love him ๐ฅฐโค๏ธ congratulations!
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Honey still seems displeased.
Displeased? She looks like she's completely disassociated. Unable to comprehend the horror of the situation.
Only 3 hours later, disaster strikes!
HAHAHAHAHAHAHA
He's NOT a bad boy he's so sweet he only chewed on my dog's head a little bit
GOOD idea, there's too many toddlers in the world anyway
I can't be the only one who finds the juxtaposition funny between the sparkly hearts and the advice on how to stop your dogs eating each other
Bonus Post
- TrappyKong : Honestly? Would.
- StarSix : This thread is gayer than a goatse post and you're all turbo strags
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@Poj took this before leaving for chad in the uk !friendsofpizzashill !incels !truecels
- CREAMY_DOG_ORGASM : Hey can you buy me an unban award please I love Linux and html or whatever
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- Elon_SUSk : /h/vampire
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Holy heck! He might be a security guard not sure but this filled me with so much joy that I can be running on this joy for a year.
The people laughing in the background
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Lore: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joshua_Ryne_Goldberg
Joshua Ryne Goldberg (born May 14, 1995) is an American internet troll,[1] convicted of attempting a bombing on the 14th anniversary of the September 11 attacks[2] while posing as an Islamic terrorist affiliated with ISIS.[3][4][5]
Goldberg had many online identities and spent virtually all of his time on the internet.[7] In addition to promoting terrorism, he made thousands of troll posts advocating for liberal feminism, neo-Nazism, and other ideologies.
Proofs: https://twitter.com/MoonMetropolis/status/1785377421241291054
Credit to @Patsy for xeeting him
Update:
In case you all were wondering, /r/drama's description of me as looking like "Post Malone if the amount of weed consumed was estrogen" no longer stands. I now bear zero resemblance to any of the pictures that exist of me. In prison, I shaved my head bald and started working out.
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Iโm in 100,000 dollars of debt from this movie. It will eventually be on streaming.
— Vera๐ (@VeraDrew22) April 28, 2024
I get it, I used to torrent, but this was an indie project made by a bunch of broke trans people. If you steal this film or torrent it, youโre actually actively hurting the queer community https://t.co/fmh4QOwyhw
https://twitter.com/riddiodrome/status/1784653794623500650
https://twitter.com/zoesnotaposter/status/1784653633482547556
https://twitter.com/typejnegative/status/1784815941563437338
https://twitter.com/Venssae/status/1784782948195283139
https://twitter.com/newtypefool/status/1784708270881456217
https://twitter.com/cyberdogalex/status/1784794658532458497
https://twitter.com/Rayve_777/status/1784808799842247093
https://twitter.com/vivvian_Strange/status/1784695644906774841
https://twitter.com/positivelaser/status/1784659093652647957
https://twitter.com/atadblue/status/1784970181342585124
https://twitter.com/clementineultra/status/1784685763944198627
https://twitter.com/AmericanFilmAFI/status/1784953602924032434
If you've never heard of The People's Joker it's an indie parody of that's been going round film festivals lately
The film unofficially parodies characters from the Batman comics, and the main character is a transgender woman based on the Joker, played by Drew. The film also features Scott Aukerman, Tim Heidecker, Maria Bamford, David Liebe Hart, Robert Wuhl, and Bob Odenkirk in supporting roles
In a dystopian world monitored by Batman, a young child grows up in Smallville, Kansas idolizing the performers on a sketch comedy program, UCB Live. The unnamed protagonist's mother is disturbed when her child asks, "Was I born in the wrong body?" and immediately books a session with Dr. Crane of Arkham Asylum, who prescribes Smylex: a drug that forces its users to put on a happy face, even if they feel depression, anxiety, or gender dysphoria.
They set up in an abandoned warehouse at a dilapidated carnival and are quickly joined by a number of law-breaking comedians with their own deliberately unfunny and uncomfortable acts. One of these is Jason "Mr. J" Todd, who dresses as a Joker of his own and tells Marxist observational humor. Mr. J and the hero immediately strike up a bond and go on a date that includes Mr. J's revelation that he is a transgender man who recently left an abusive relationship. This helps encourage the protagonist to articulate that she is a transgender woman and the two plot to have her dive into a vat of estrogen to gender transition
As the duo evade guards at the chemical plant, a retired Batman appears to stop them and it leaves Mr. J shaken. While the protagonist finally feels happy for the first time after emerging from the chemicals, Mr. J reveals that his ex is Batman. The crimefighter adopted orphan Carrie Kelley and trained her to be his sidekick Robin, even assisting with a gender transition to the identity of Jason Todd, but their relationship became toxic and sexual, in spite of their large age difference and the fact that Batman was a father figure to the seventeen year old.
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Also I guess this is what started it?
They were roasting him in the replies. Some are skeptical that Colombia and USC students and NGOs who are pro-Palestine are actually certified MAGA Patriots
Apparently, coming down from whatever he was doing at 2:30pm on a Wednesday he decided that maybe his tweet was incoherent nonsense; Scrubbing his account and leaving the people of twitter to wonder why
Currently, twitter is still Sess-less. https://twitter.com/adamsessler yet the dunking continues
- FreedomforIsrael : This is an effortpost, please mark it as such
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After the Artesian build drama, bring LTT to its knees, my boi Steve did some journ*lism again.
G*mersNexus = A small but very reliable hardware review channel on youtube - The presenter is Steve also called Tech Jesus because of apperance
LTT = Linus Tech Tips, biggest tech youtuber who got exposed as useless by G*mersNexus
Artesian Builds - Custom PC assembler company which was embroiled in a huge controversy last year Read about it here https://g*mersnexus.net/features/inside-collapse-artesian-builds-20000000-bankrupt
EKWB = EK Water Blocks - Custom PC water cooling parts company, makes pumps, blocks etc https://www.ekwb.com/
TLDR
GN does expose of EKWB with information from whistleblower employees
GN Contacts as many people as they can, suppliers, ex-empl/contractors and gets info
Its all real, and vetted like a good journ*list
Hardware youtubers stop dropping EKWB while also airing their greviances (JayzTwoCents, derbauer)
EKWB CEO Does the BP Oil spill "We're Sorry" spiel
GN Digs deeper, more people come forward and spill the beans
Konig was the CEO until the took over as CEO in 2019
Foid CEO replace by Konig again, and thus the FOID is absolved of all Reponsibilities
GN Exposes a LITTANY of shady finances and other violations, law breaking activities and most importantly Racism (check screenshots below )
ALL accusations are backed up by evidence
This all started 10 days ago when Tech Jesus (g*mersnexus a PC hardware review channel) did an investigative report on EK waterblocks the company. EKWB is a super expensive liquid cooling parts company, they make a lot of custom water blocks
Part 1: EK is Imploding: Not Paying Employees, Partners, & Suppliers | Investigative Report
Summary
EK is facing financial difficulties, resulting in non-payment to employees, contractors, and suppliers. There are allegations of mismanagement and a lack of communication. The company's actions suggest insolvency or potential fraud.
Highlights
01:15 ๐ธ EK has a liquidity problem and is unable to pay employees, contractors, and suppliers.
03:35 ๐ There are allegations of financial mismanagement and a lack of communication from EK.
08:45 ๐ EK's inventory management and purchasing practices contribute to its financial problems.
12:10 ๐ EK's US and Slovenian branches have a hostile relationship, hindering the company's progress.
17:30 ๐ซ EK has taken legal actions to silence critics and prevent the exposure of its financial issues.
21:50 ๐ข EK is considering selling one of its buildings to alleviate its debts.
26:00 โ๏ธ EK's actions may be considered fraudulent or indicative of insolvency.
Key Insights
๐ธ The non-payment of employees and suppliers indicates severe financial problems within EK. This situation is unacceptable and may have legal consequences.
๐ EK's lack of communication and attempts to silence critics suggest a disregard for the well-being of its employees and partners. This behavior is unethical and damaging to its reputation.
๐ EK's inventory management and purchasing practices have led to excessive inventory and a lack of liquidity. This mismanagement has further exacerbated the company's financial difficulties.
๐ The hostile relationship between EK's US and Slovenian branches highlights a deeper issue within the company's culture. This internal conflict hinders the company's ability to address its financial problems effectively.
๐ซ EK's legal actions to silence critics and prevent the exposure of its financial issues demonstrate a lack of transparency and accountability. This further damages its reputation and raises concerns about the company's integrity.
๐ข EK's consideration of selling one of its buildings indicates a desperate attempt to generate cash and address its debts. This action may provide temporary relief, but it does not solve the underlying financial problems.
โ๏ธ EK's actions may be indicative of fraudulent practices or insolvency. The company's future depends on its ability to rectify its financial issues, prioritize its employees and partners, and demonstrate genuine efforts to improve its operations.
Reactions to Part 1
Jayz2Cents #DropEkwb (He had a 6 Figure contract with EKWB Which they have not paid out yet )
๐ฐ EKWB is facing a financial crisis and has been unable to pay its employees, contractors, vendors, and partners. This has resulted in a lack of trust and frustration among those who have worked with the brand.
๐ The author has experienced slow communication, lack of coordination, and quality issues with EKWB products. This has further contributed to their disappointment and dissatisfaction with the brand.
๐ค The author emphasizes the importance of fulfilling agreements and treating partners with respect. EKWB's failure to do so has damaged their reputation and strained relationships with content creators and influencers.
๐ EKWB needs to reassess its product strategy and address the issues that have led to the company's financial crisis. This may involve making changes to their product catalog, improving quality control, and focusing on transparency and communication.
๐ผ The author suggests that EKWB may need to consider selling the company in order to regain trust and stability. This would require a change in leadership and a fresh start for the brand.
๐ The author highlights the urgency of paying employees and prioritizing their financial well-being. This should be the first step in resolving the current crisis and rebuilding trust within the company.
๐ The author believes that EKWB can recover from this situation if they take appropriate actions and demonstrate a commitment to their employees, partners, and customers. However, it will require significant effort and a change in approach.
derbauer #DropEkwb (Key takeaway : EKWB has 11% failure/return rate )
1๏ธโฃ EK's direct die cooler had manufacturing tolerance issues, leading to compatibility problems for customers.
2๏ธโฃ The narrator values their employees and has high moral standards, which influenced their decision to end cooperation with EK.
3๏ธโฃ The narrator differentiated between company and staff issues, only commenting on the latter.
4๏ธโฃ No money was owed to the narrator from EK, as their cooperation did not involve financial compensation.
5๏ธโฃ Allowing EK to sell remaining products with the narrator's logo avoids additional costs and potential delays.
6๏ธโฃ The narrator's decision to end cooperation is based on the evidence presented by G*mers Nexus, which is just the tip of the iceberg.
7๏ธโฃ The narrator remains open to future discussions with EK depending on their actions and industry developments.
Official Statement by EK Founder and CEO Edvard Kรถnig (Key take away Is this guy a gay twink?? and also the standard "we're sorry"
Key Insights
๐ฐ Apologizing for delayed payments and lack of communication shows accountability and acknowledges the impact on external contractors and partners.
๐ Implementation of key actions, such as improved communication and transparency, demonstrates a proactive approach to addressing issues within the company.
๐ง Introducing a dedicated email address for claims indicates a commitment to resolving outstanding overtime work issues and ensuring fairness for employees.
โ๏ธ Appreciating the community's patience and commitment helps to maintain trust and foster a positive relationship with customers and partners.
๐ Emphasizing the mission to elevate computers for a better world highlights the company's long-term vision and dedication to their core values.
๐ค Commitment to making things right and fostering a responsible company culture reassures stakeholders that steps are being taken to rectify the situation and prevent similar issues in the future.
Part 2 : Exposing Corruption: EK's Prison Threats, Lawsuits, Dangerous Workplace, & Leaked Documents
Talks about the all the scummy shit they have done.. so far.... which includes RAYCISM
Its one HOUR LONG you better WATCH IT ALL IF YOU VALUE JOURN*LISM!
Summary
EK Water Blocks is embroiled in controversy surrounding its finances, treatment of partners and staff, and leaked documents. The company is accused of sending intimidating letters, facing lawsuits, and engaging in dangerous workplace practices. Concerns have been raised about the personal liability of EK's CEOs, officers, managers, and directors. Unsafe working conditions, OSHA violations, and racist internal communications have also been reported.
Key Highlights
[1] ๐ฃ The intimidating demand letter sent by EK's CEO raises concerns about the company's tactics to silence and intimidate former employees, highlighting a potential abuse of power.
[2] ๐ฅ The lawsuits filed by former EK staff shed light on the company's breach of contract and non-payment issues, indicating a pattern of mistreatment and disregard for employees' rights.
[3] ๐ The extensive investigation involving experts from various fields and the substantial cost of producing the video underscores the seriousness of the allegations against EK and the need for transparency and accountability.
[4] ๐ข The potential personal liability of EK's CEOs and officers, as well as the complex web of international entities, raises questions about the company's corporate structure and the extent of control and responsibility of its top executives.
[5] ๐ EK's tax forfeiture status in Texas and the potential personal liability of CEOs and officers in such situations highlight the importance of complying with legal obligations and maintaining good standing to protect the interests of both the company and its stakeholders.
[6] ๐ The involvement of EK's CEO and officers in questionable practices, as well as the potential co-mingling of assets, suggest a lack of ethical business conduct and the need for comprehensive legal scrutiny to ensure accountability and fair treatment of employees and partners.
[7] ๐ค The offer of assistance to former EK employees by Star Forge Systems CEO Nick Dankner demonstrates the importance of supporting and helping individuals impacted by the company's actions, fostering a sense of solidarity within the industry.
No reactions from any notable figures as they all already dropped EKWB
Now lets get on Reddit
Part 2 Thread: The chuds at PC gaming are obviously shocked https://old.reddit.com/r/pcgaming/comments/1cfekfn/g?sort=controversial*mers_nexus_exposing_corruption_eks_prison/
Sane threads on /r/hardware
Part 1 thread: Watercooling Jannie https://old.reddit.com/r/watercooling/comments/1c8q0im/g?sort=controversial*mers_nexus_ek_is_imploding_not_paying_employees/
I left this open because there's simply no way of not looking suspicious otherwise.
However, as usual, the comments and general lack of knowledge astound me. Heck, I'm surprised at the shear quantity of scathing comments regarding the pricing. Competition exists, just buy a cheaper brand? Watercool is always cheaper and the quality is solid, why just hate on a brand for no reason if you have no intention of buying their product anyway? Either way, regardless of the outcome of all this, very disappointing news, and very disappointing seeing what this sub can be like.
Part 2 Thread: https://old.reddit.com/r/watercooling/comments/1cfeoyg/exposing_corruption_eks_prison_threats_lawsuits/?sort=controversial
Now the falls in line
This kind of scandal NEVER ends well in communities as small as these. Larger companies can get away with this kind of shit because most people don't know/care. Spaces as small as watercooling? Word gets around fast because almost everyone is keeping an eye/ear out. A different scandal happened in the home theater space where Lexicon got caught taking cheap products from other companies and slapping their own label on them without changing anything (except the price by a factor of 10x), ruined their reputation permanently and now the brand is essentially dead weight in Harman's lineup. Didn't matter that they had made some of the finest home theater equipment in the past, the brand's reputation was effectively ruined. With the half-assed apology and the fact that EK has already been slipping in terms of quality over the years, I can't see them coming back from this. Will they still be around? Perhaps, but I don't think they'll be nearly as big as they once were in the industry after this and there's no way that whatever crawls out of the ashes is going to be able to offer anything even remotely close to their current catalog. They'll have their loyalists I'm sure but there's no way they'll be able to maintain the brand as it stands.
Now do ya'll remember the LTT Expose he did? yeah the LTTcels haven't stopped coping seething and dilating about it
Parth 1 Thread: https://old.reddit.com/r/LinusTechTips/comments/1c95hpq/ek_is_imploding_not_paying_employees_partners/?sort=controversial
Part 2 Thread: https://old.reddit.com/r/LinusTechTips/comments/1cfet1l/exposing_corruption_eks_prison_threats_lawsuits/?sort=controversial
I mean what's wrong with that? Their management being shitty doesn't change the fact that they do have good products and they should do better
There is so much seethe on the LTT forums but I think the jannies are active there and it up
Now lets come to the CEO who MAYBE responsible
Click here for the timestamped vid
Listen just to this segment if you want to see how she was involved
Joined 2019, thats when it started going downhill
visits office once a month
take lavish trips on private jets using company money to visit hardware expos (all pictures on her Instagram)
has 20 years of experience
Has caused legal issues, employee issues
IS REPLACED BY OLD CEO (That STRAGGY GUY Above)
ESCAPES RESPONSIBILITY AS USUAL
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@ThousandBestLives got legitimately feelings hurt and in his blind seething rage applied a ban award to his comment replying to me instead of my comment.
!antibharatiya behold the intelligence of the average subcontinenter
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Didn't see any drama threads about this. Governor Newsom signed a bill that would raise utility bills for Californians based on income.
Under $28,000 income โ $24 per month
$28,000 to $69,000 income โ $34 per month
$69,000 to $180,000 income โ$73 per month
Over $180,000 income โ $128 per month
This is on top of current utility rates.
Commiefornia Redditors in the thread explain they're happy to pay the increases while others are screaming for the heads of PG&E execs (and a few for the legislators who actually passed this lol)
Solar users are irate that they are also going to be charged regardless
Bay Area malding
https://old.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/1algswt/the_pge_sucks_megathread/?sort=controversial
- CREAMY_DOG_ORGASM : can you buy me an unban award please
- Healthy : ๐ค
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https://9gag.com/gag/agmygmg#comment
One guy films on his 3DS lol
As usual eurocucks arrive to try and ruin Burgerland's fun
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Was pretty proud of this one because I'd made that fake duckling bill from a rats tail.
- CREAMY_DOG_ORGASM : ugly r-slurred cute twink cat i hope it dies
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!animalposters I love how they can't tell the difference between a moving train and a TV.
Adorable little dumbfricks
- CREAMY_DOG_ORGASM : lol based and redpilled also can you buy me an unban award please
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So...I got a call today from one of the Jan 6 women I'm writing about. She started court ordered counseling last week & had been nervous. Today, she was thrilled to report that her new counselor is a QAnon follower and was "super excited" to finally meet a J6er. Not good.
— Noelle Cook (@_NoelleCook) April 29, 2024
https://twitter.com/Laurieluvsmolly/status/1785074805634466094
https://twitter.com/Tejanarusa/status/1785143954066817354
https://twitter.com/PermianCroaton/status/1785277790159360485
https://twitter.com/_L1vY_/status/1785139482150277174
https://twitter.com/BunnyCarmudgeon/status/1785277709192491442
Patriots in control
- Losercel : if you ever want to read r-slurred opinions about vidya this is the thread ... please just shut up
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There was no way we could fit the whole map of gta3 in PS2 memory. Streaming involves loading models from the DVD as the player moves around. This was the hardest technical challenge during the development of gta3 and was coded by Adam Fowler.
— Obbe Vermeij (@ObbeVermeij) April 25, 2024
The closer models physically are onโฆ pic.twitter.com/EWBb5tyygn
For twitterphobes
I thought that was pretty neat. Also a Burnout 3 dev showed up ( )
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Escape From Tarkov is an extraction shooter developed by Russian studio BattleState Games (BSG). It's somehow been in "beta" for 8 years. Players enter a game, find loot or kill players/AI and take their loot, then if they can exit the map they keep the loot.
The game has a weird monetisation model. The developers promised no microtransactions, no pay 2 win, the usual stuff that makes gaymers smile. Instead the base edition is $50, going all the way up to the Edge of Darkness edition at something like $150. What do you get for that? Basically extra space to store items between games and a season pass for all future DLC.
A few months ago BSG stopped selling Edge of Darkness and suggested they'd offer the features to other players as microtransactions instead. G*mers were less than pleased, but it all blew over in a few weeks.
Arena
Meanwhile, BSG released a seperate standalone game called Arena, which is basically a Team Deathmatch mode for Tarkov aimed at being an esport. Like most "esports ready" slop it flopped, probably because Tarkov doesn't do balance. There are good guns and shit guns, it's ultra realistic. Guy with the better gun and better bullets always wins.
So, 8 years after initial release BSG dump their money into a new, failed game. It's given out for free to Edge of Darkness owners as a "DLC" but still fails. People suspect that this might mean that BSG is running out of money.
PvE
Perhaps the biggest thing the players want is a non-PVP mode. A big part of this is because the game is hard and most players suck, but to be fair Tarkov also has a massive cheater problem.
I mean massive btw, cheaters can see every item in each game. If you enter a raid carrying good gear, the 3-5 cheaters in each map will immediately charge you down for it without fail. BSG supposedly bans these players but does little to stop it, probably because most cheaters sell rare items for real world cash and use the profits to buy a new copy every week. That said, it's been worse in the past. There were times when cheaters could just teleport all the loot in the game straight to them. Fun.
So naturally, players really want to get away from the cheating and play offline. BSG insists it's not possible, although somehow modders were able to reverse-engineer things and create their own Single Player Tarkov (SPT) mod. Someone is lying there, I can't tell who.
Unheard Edition
This week BSG announced a new edition of Escape from Tarkov - Unheard Edition. In this you get all the Edge of Darkness features plus a special knife, woo.
Just kidding, alongside the knife you also get a character with bigger pockets to carry more stuff in game, extra gear and a bunch of other utilities. Naturally gaymers are mad about these more blatant Pay 2 Win features. It's not too bad though, right?
To sweeten the deal these paypigs also get access to a new coop pve mode. Yay! The devs insist that this isn't DLC, but a unique game mode. Edge of Darkness players don't get it.
Oh, and they get a special item which makes the AI not shoot at them.
The best part? The new edition costs
$250
Cue rage.
Drama
The Reddit jannies open the flood gates and promise to be less neurodivergent than usual. Just don't use naughty words.
The devs have been caught repeatedly editing the website to remove promises they just broke. At this point you can just look at /r/escapefromtarkov and see a dozen threads full of seethe.
Highlights:
The devs give in and offer Edge of Darkness owners a 6 month trial of PvE mode. Redditors even madder.
The lead developer gives an interview where he shits on all the complainers, apparently "True Believers" will buy the new version.
Oh, and you know how Edge of Darkness players got a "season pass" for DLC?
"No dlc planned"
This is ongoing. Will BSG give in or let it all blow over? Only time will tell.
Update
BSG studio head doubles down again. PvE for Edge of Darkness will come later, for now you're paying for a preview before full release. They're also going to offer a 50% discount on upgrades for top tier paypigs. Oh, and if you already paid full price you can have a second game key for the shit-tier edition, but you're not allowed to sell that.
Redditors are still mad
- FoidBlaster : rightoid "humor"
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ah yess freedom is measured by laws on your sexuality๐คกhaving laws on your sexuality&having to show it off is whats actually oppressive๐.No one care about your sexuality. Just keep it private cause its intimate. u can be gay just dont start being a sponsor n a woke preacher.
— Hamza (@Hamzah96AJ) April 26, 2024
This may have been too far lol
Screenshots of the entire thread in case I get ban hammered
- plsnodoxerino : Reddit-tier title
- Solzhenitsyn : Wtf Aevann is white?
- CREAMY_DOG_ORGASM : R*pe
- Wuzizname : I see you're a mayo now, congrats!
- whyareyou : dumbass burgers dont know theres more than 2 shades of melanation
- FreedomforIsrael :
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Mister big brains
- He is also charged with theft and retaliating against a witness, related to alleged illicit payments he made to a school athletics coach, as well as stalking, prosecutors said
The principal
The audio of the recording is here
https://twitter.com/phil_lewis_/status/1747708846942851493
In summary
The voice refers to โungrateful Black kids who can't test their way out of a paper bagโ and questions how hard it is to get those students to meet grade-level expectations. The speaker uses names of people who appear to be staff members and says they should not have been hired, and that he should get rid of another person โone way or another.โ
โAnd if I have to get one more complaint from one more Jew in this community, I'm going to join the other side,โ the voice said.
Darien was being investigated as of December in a theft investigation that had been initiated by Eiswert. Police say Darien had authorized a $1,916 payment to the school's junior varsity basketball coach, who was also his roommate, under the pretense that he was an assistant girls soccer coach. He was not, school officials said. Eiswert determined that Darien had submitted the payment to the school payroll system, bypassing proper procedures. Darien had been notified of the investigation, police said.