LLNS may have excluded the wrong people in last VSSOP? The exclusions were based on outdated job categories and related skills. ULM are now thinking that in the future, job categories and functional areas will have to be re-defined. The next VSSOP/ISP will be based on the new categories and functional areas. The questions I have are: 1) Why didnt they think of that before the transition. It seems like their style is “change things as you go”. Planning is out the window! 2) Who will give input on the new changes? The next RIF apparently is going to be more lucrative than the VSSOP. Depending on the length of employment, a RIFed person, not only gets their 1 week pay per year of service but also from 30 to 120 days notice, essentially 30 to 120 days pay. Please feel free to comment on the rumors or add new ones you actually heard.
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https://www.rubio.senate.gov/es/por-si-se-lo-perdio-rubio-biden-le-esta-dejando-la-puerta-abierta-a-isis/
He is blaming Biden's border policies for allowing ISIS members into the country.
terror attack on our Country.
There are also claims that we could be on the verge of another pandemic which would be much more deadly than COVID:
https://youtu.be/QGsM9IgVAJo?si=rTJ41eed4hjbS4AR
This does not seem very likely, of course, but it could be another example of the dismissive attitudes you have cited.
Also, of course, besides an even-worse repeat of September 11th or the COVID pandemic, hypothetically there could be a repeat of the 2008 crisis, although the details might be very different. We can see for example, that housing prices are high, some sectors of the stock markets may arguably be in bubble territory, and there are some issues in the banking system already as well. There could certainly be other concerns as well, for example the high levels of government spending and debt, or the possibility of resurgent inflation in the coming years.
Certainly though, it might be a mistake to always expect a new crisis to be a repeat of something that has already happened in recent memory. It could be that people have a "carefree and dismissive attitude" in regards to other, more novel, problems.
This looks like it was written by an AI. I see more and more posts or emails where some just ask ChatGP to write something.
Strengths:
Clear Thesis: The central idea is well-articulated: while familiar crises like 2008 are possible, we should also be wary of unforeseen threats.
Specific Examples: The mention of housing prices, stock market bubbles, and banking issues grounds the discussion in current events.
Acknowledges Complexity: It recognizes that the next crisis might not mirror past ones, showcasing a nuanced understanding of economic dynamics.
Areas for Improvement:
Overly Dense: The paragraph packs in many ideas, making it feel rushed and potentially overwhelming for readers. Consider splitting it into two sentences for better flow.
"Carefree and Dismissive Attitude": This phrase is a bit strong. It could be softened to something like "complacency" or "overconfidence" to avoid alienating readers who might disagree with the tone.
More Concrete Examples: While familiar crises are mentioned, the "novel problems" remain abstract. Providing a few hypothetical examples could strengthen this point.
Revised Paragraph:
While concerns like inflated housing prices, potential stock market bubbles, and banking issues echo the 2008 crisis, we must not become complacent. History rarely repeats itself exactly, and a new economic downturn could stem from unexpected sources. For instance, the mounting government debt and the threat of resurgent inflation could trigger a different kind of crisis, one that requires novel solutions. It's crucial to remain vigilant and adaptable in the face of both familiar and unforeseen economic challenges.
This revised version maintains the original meaning while improving clarity and flow. The addition of a concrete example about government debt and inflation further strengthens the argument.
Nope. The flood gates are open. If just 1% of the incoming have terrorist intentions, we are sadly ripe for another 911 in the USA.
I fear we have learned nothing.
There is a new video implicating the Saudi government for the 9/11 attacks:
https://youtu.be/VmeOhUyuyo8?si=3MppMyaOmsvKMMF6
Evidently, the families of the victims are claiming that this and other evidence were covered up :
https://youtu.be/vz0l7S1oifY?si=8LpMmvxvlVB1fi22
By the way evidently our government is working on a plan to provide nuclear technology to Saudi Arabia, some reports are we are close to a deal:
https://www.dw.com/en/how-us-saudi-mega-deal-could-spark-nuclear-arms-race-in-middle-east/a-69206058
https://thehill.com/opinion/4668719-congress-must-stop-biden-from-fueling-a-saudi-nuclear-bomb/
https://ca.news.yahoo.com/us-saudi-nuclear-deal-near-181059484.html