José Soplanucas

I have mixed feelings about this proliferation of identities. On the one hand I share some friends' concerns about the potencial divisiveness, if we understand these labels as rigid identities with conflicting interests and needs. On the other hand, I find much to celebrate in this diversity if we move away from the rigid mindset. Many of these labels, rather than frozen identities, describe options many of us navigate.

LOL. And you think that you are speaking of them.

FELIZ CUMPLEAÑOS

That's why I would love if we move away from the alphabetic acronym system and we just switch to the simpler and more inclusive Queer. But then again, the issue is not the flag, but the fact that too often we seem to hate and discriminate against each other.

THANK YOU! I always wonder about that. Do you have a more reliable source?

Any migration plan is challenging, many people fail and return to their country of origin or remain unhappily surviving/thriving in their new country. If you plan the move for after retiring, I guess the challenge is even greater as you are old and less flexible and able/willing to learn. At any age, transitioning to a new culture is difficult and requires a special character and personality, imagine once you are older. By the way, there is a resource for expatriate that I am not sur you all know: Cost of Living Comparisons, 2024 data. WWW.EXPATISTAN.COM Cost of Living comparisons for thousands of cities. Fully up-to-date cost of living comparisons, including prices of 52 products and services. I specially like their cities rank: Cost of Living Index. Updated Jun 2024 WWW.EXPATISTAN.COM Jun 2024 Cost Of Living Index. What are the most expensive, and the cheapest, cities in the World?

Really? You do seem interested in the soap opera.

I am right now starting this transition. I will work for sure one more year in the US, I just signed my new contract. This year, I will be teleworking from Argentina from mid November 2024 to mid January 2025. After June 2025, my future is blurred, but my goal is to switch to a full teleworking contract to work from South America all year long. Otherwise, I will be retiring earlier (I turn 62 this October) and moving back to Argentina. My home base would be in Corrientes (Argentine NE), and would be much closer to Brazil and Colombia to spend part of the year in those countries.

I still do it! not bcause I m a niggard but bcause m la-c

If you were able to stay focus on that issue, instead of using it as an excuse to discredit an entire civil rights movement and to spread your distaste for other people's bodies, perhaps we could have a conversation. If your children witnessed sexual acts (actual sexual acts, no "ugly"people insulting you with their ability to be joyful "despite" their bodies), you have a legitimate concern.

My apologies. You do know what you hate the most. I am sorry, it was difficult to discern among all the florid adjectives. Perhaps you should move to Texas or Florida. This is America, we can move if we do not like where we live.

It sounds like you would feel differently if they were hot men and women and not saggy lesbians and hairy fat men. Clearly, you hate something/somebody. But you hate so many things/people that it seems not even clear for you which one you hate the most.

I would go for him without hesitations if he was at reach.

I adore Eric. Would you share the fee you paid, please?

Read carefully my sentence. It is a conditional sentence. If the conditional clause does not apply to you, I am not talking about you. Have you heard of the "impersonal you?" I am not triggered, darling. Thicken your skin, not everyone disagreeing with you is triggered.

Drug abuse is a serious issue in the circuit party, but not only in the circuit party. It is out of control not only in the US, it is even worse in Europe, and unfortunately South American big cities are also catching up.

Pride has not become Folsom Street. If a minority blinds you to see the big picture, they are not the problem, your intolerance is.

I think these ladies should visit some posters' neighborhoods.

12 hours later... You did have something to add. I thought "Bright" was your middle name. Now, I am guessing for "Consistent"

Everyone should watch John Waters' interview @Real Time with Bill Maher. It is quite relevant. I love one of Waters' lines: gay is a good start, but it is not enough.

What is your argument, besides whining? The fact remains that the people you are trying invisibilized is not going for anyone else's rights, they only demand their owns. They are not trying to censor you, you are going for them.

Censored? Actually, intolerant voices are loud and clear, and broadcasted in plenty of multi media channels, and are even ruling in many states where people all of kinds are losing rights. Even you and your friends are talking about the current backlash. The fact is that you and your friends are the ones who advocate for suppressing some people's visibility. Some are brave enough to own their intolerance. Some show their cowardice hiding behind "Middle America". No one is advocating for suppressing any of your rights. You are the ones with such an agenda. And once again. Please, keep talking (writing). I do not want to silence you or your friends. Au contraire. You guys, are much more transparent than you comprehend.

So you call out as intolerant those asking for more rights and denouncing intolerance? Another very convincing argument for the bright and squared minded.

Diversity is hard to digest for the intolerant.

When you ask to Chat GPT what a convicted felon can and cannot do in the US: The rights and restrictions for convicted felons in the United States can vary significantly based on the nature of the felony, the state in which the felony was committed, and whether the felon has been granted any form of relief or restoration of rights. Below is a general overview of what convicted felons can and cannot do in the US: ### **What Convicted Felons Can Do:** 1. **Work:** - Convicted felons can seek employment, though certain jobs may be off-limits, especially those requiring professional licenses or involving vulnerable populations (e.g., schools, hospitals). 2. **Vote:** - Voting rights for felons vary by state. Some states automatically restore voting rights after a felon completes their sentence, including parole and probation, while others may require additional steps. 3. **Own Property:** - Felons can own property, including real estate and personal property. 4. **Travel:** - Felons can generally travel freely within the US, but international travel may be restricted depending on the destination country's policies on admitting convicted felons. 5. **Education:** - Felons can attend college and pursue educational opportunities, though they may face challenges in securing financial aid. 6. **Get Married:** - Felons retain the right to marry. ### **What Convicted Felons Cannot Do:** 1. **Possess Firearms:** - Federal law prohibits convicted felons from owning, possessing, or purchasing firearms and ammunition. Some states have additional restrictions. 2. **Serve on Juries:** - In many states, felons are disqualified from serving on juries, though this right may be restored in some cases. 3. **Hold Certain Professional Licenses:** - Certain professions, especially those that require state or federal licenses (e.g., law, medicine, real estate), may be off-limits to felons, or they may require additional steps to obtain licensure. 4. **Vote (in some states):** - In a few states, felons permanently lose their right to vote, even after completing their sentence. 5. **Hold Public Office:** - Some states prohibit felons from holding public office, although this restriction can sometimes be lifted through a pardon or other forms of clemency. 6. **Receive Federal Benefits:** - Certain federal benefits, such as public housing or welfare, may be restricted for felons, especially those convicted of drug-related offenses. ### **Variations by State:** - **Voting Rights:** - **Maine and Vermont** allow felons to vote even while incarcerated. - **Florida** has complex rules involving restitution before rights are restored. - **Firearm Rights:** - Some states have processes for felons to petition for restoration of firearm rights. - **Professional Licenses:** - States vary widely in how they handle professional licensing for felons. ### **Clemency and Expungement:** - **Pardon:** - A pardon from the governor or the president can restore many of the rights lost by a felon. - **Expungement:** - Some states allow certain felony convictions to be expunged or sealed, which can alleviate many of the restrictions. ### **Additional Restrictions:** - **Sex Offenders:** - Felons convicted of sex offenses often face additional restrictions, such as residency restrictions and mandatory registration with sex offender registries. - **Restitution and Fines:** - Felons may be required to pay restitution or fines as part of their sentence, which can affect their financial situation. Understanding the specific rights and restrictions for a convicted felon often requires consulting state laws and, in some cases, seeking legal advice to navigate the complexities of the legal system.