obelisk

joined 10 months ago
[–] obelisk@lemmy.world 22 points 1 month ago

In this particular situation, the use of deadly force was more so triggered by the fact that the guy was lying about having a weapon and then tries to pull said weapon during a search of his person. The headlock was not the key factor here.

[–] obelisk@lemmy.world 3 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

I agree that the issue presented by the article is likely not related to colonialism. More so the disinterest in providing further security resources to the area.

A lot of the Middle East, including Afghanistan, has been affected by the colonial interests of the British Empire in the past. Albeit mostly in the mid to late 19th century and into the WW1 era.

I doubt I understand the nuances to make any claims that the prior issues are indirectly affecting the area currently, but I believe it is worth to note the relation as why it could be brought up in comments.

[–] obelisk@lemmy.world 2 points 9 months ago (1 children)

While I mostly agree with what you're saying here, I would like to point out that removing Google Search from an Android device can prevent a user from accessing other applications or specific features within (obviously Google developed apps). I guess that one really comes down to what we think working "just fine" is.

[–] obelisk@lemmy.world 18 points 9 months ago (1 children)

I very much agree with the general sentiment here about Microsoft's substantial hypocrisy and what a bad look it is, but isn't it likely to the benefit of consumers if these large companies are helping fuel legitimate antitrust lawsuits at each other?