Comments by "Fumble_ Brewski" (@fumble_brewski5410) on "Nomad Capitalist"
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There is no monolithic "safe" country. In every nation, there are certain areas that are safer than others. For example, in the U.S. there are very "unsafe" areas such as Detroit, MI or E. St. Louis, MO or Oakland, CA. Then there are places such as Logan, UT, Gilbert, AZ or Portland, ME, which are all very safe. The moral of the story? Don't blindly move anywhere until you've done your due diligence to consider ALL factors (safety, cost of living, climate) affecting your choice of a new location. It only takes a few "bad" areas to drag down any country's overall safety rating.
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First, they (state of CA) came for the super-rich, but I wasn't super-rich, so I did nothing. Then they came for the normal rich, but I wasn't a normal rich, so I did nothing. Then they came for the merely affluent, but I wasn't merely affluent, so I did nothing. Then they came for the middle class, and, lo and behold, they couldn't find any!
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After having lived in California for 35+ years, we finally gave up on trying to adapt to the "progressively" worsening conditions. Which? Ever increasing taxes and bonded indebtedness by the left-wing state government; adding more benefits & services for illegals (oops, I mean undocumented immigrants). Governor Gavin (The Nuisance) Newsom is still stuck in the 1970's, knowing only how to increase taxes and the size of government. Air pollution, urban sprawl, homelessness and gang violence are all out of control. We said, "Enough!" and relocated to ***, and have never had any cause to regret our decision. *** has a much smaller, less intrusive state government, along with with modest, reasonable taxes. And the violent crime rate is miniscule compared to CA. People can still leave their cars unlocked at the local shopping mall (I don't--too many years of living in CA). I'm almost afraid to post this comment, on the chance that it might bring more disgruntled/liberal Californians over here to ****, and ruin a wonderful place to live. Any middle class people that still opt to remain in the (not so) Golden State, do so at their own peril.
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With good reason did Andrew recommend that you make Vanuatu only a 4th or 5th tier passport. The archipelago, which is of volcanic origin, includes 83 islands, 65 of which are inhabited, covering a total land area of 12,274 square km (4,739 square mi), which is slightly larger than the U.S. state of Connecticut. There are several active volcanoes in Vanuatu, as well as several nearby underwater volcanoes; this means volcanic activity, along with accompanying tsunamis, is an ever-present danger. Vanuatu is also frequently subject to tropical cyclones. In addition, most of the population does not have access to a reliable supply of potable water. Deforestation and water pollution are ongoing problems as well. Added to all of these concerns, the northern islands of Vanuatu are having issues with rising sea levels, which may require relocation of some of their citizens. Still want a Vanuatu "honorary" citizenship? Think I'll pass on that one.
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I can empathize with your situation. Leaving the USA was not an option for me either (age, family), but at least I was able to "go where I'm treated better." That is, I was able to relocate from a horrible dystopian, high-tax state (California) to a very decent, clean, lower-tax state with a much less intrusive government. Think (Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, etc.) For me, this was the "better" option. Cheers.
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When people bought homes to simply live in, as opposed to an investment for appreciation (capital gain), this never used to happen. From January 1953 to January 1973, the median home price in the U.S. increased from ~ $18,000 to ~ $27,000, a 50% increase over a period of 20 years. That's an incremental increase of only 2.5% per year. However, from January 1973 to January 1993 the median home price shot up to ~ $100,000, a whopping 370% increase for that 20-year period. Whereas, wages for the same 20-year period remained essentially flat. People used to be able to purchase a home for ~ 3-4 times their annual incomes. IOW, someone earning $9,000 in 1973 could afford to buy a home valued at $27,000. But with wages remaining stagnant and housing prices skyrocketing, many, if not most, families find themselves priced out of the housing market.
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I'm not too sure what you consider "boring," but there are plenty of places in Portugal that have a vibrant nightlife. Plus, for you, language wouldn't be a problem, since you're fluent in Portuguese, right? I would avoid moving to any English-speaking, current or former British colony, since they're all heading in the direction of confiscatory taxation and fascist government. That includes the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, Canada, and especially, the USA. I've heard some positive things about the nation of Belize in Central America, where English is the official language, but I'd also have some concerns regarding both safety and health care in Belize. Cheers.
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Finland, Austria, Estonia, Switzerland, Denmark, Norway, Israel, Turkey, Brazil are all countries that have mandatory conscription for males 18 and over. Length of service varies with each country, but generally lasts 18-24 months. Plus, Israel and Switzerland both have lengthy reserve/training requirements until ages 40-50 in some cases.
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Don't allow the lack of a personal (or corporate) state income tax fool you into moving to either place. True, if you're an extremely high net worth individual (think Elon Musk or Jeff Bezos), then relocating to Texas or Florida MIGHT make sense. But how many people fall into that category? Very few, I trow. For the average middle class person, saving on income taxes is usually more than offset by having to pay very high property taxes, PLUS very high utility bills. I mean, who really wants to live in Texas or Florida during the summertime without air conditioning? Case in point--I have a family member who lives in Austin, TX, and his monthly electric utility bills for a comfortable home run anywhere from $300-400 per month on average. And his property taxes on that same home run well over $1200 per month. Are you willing to pay nearly $20K per year just to live in Austin? And living in a major metropolitan area in Florida is very similar. In fact, some of the highest-priced real estate in the USA is located in south Florida.
For people who absolutely detest having to pay STATE income taxes (especially those living in California), then there are lower cost options: Nevada, if you don't mind the heat in Las Vegas; or Wyoming or South Dakota, if you don't mind some colder weather. For people living in SoCal especially, southern Nevada is a very attractive option for staying close to family. Cheers.
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The UAE/Dubai continue to commit serious human rights violations, including arbitrary detention, cruel and inhuman treatment of detainees, suppression of freedom of expression, and violation of the right to privacy. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continue to deprive stateless individuals of the right to nationality, impacting their access to a range of services. According to Human Rights Watch, the UAE detains those who criticize authorities, including hundreds of activists and academics, and Emirati laws discriminate against women, migrants and LGBT individuals. Flogging and stoning are legal forms of judicial punishment in the UAE due to Sharia courts. As a result, the UAE routinely ranks near the bottom of many international measures for human rights and press freedom. So if money is all you care about, then by all means live in Dubai/UAR. Just keep your opinions to yourself and you'll be fine.
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Depends on which part of the U.S. you're considering. Leaving the USA is not an option for me (age, family), but at least I was able to "go where I'm treated better." That is, I was able to relocate from a horrible dystopian, high-tax state (California) to a very decent, clean, lower-tax state with a much less intrusive government. Think (Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, etc.) For me, this was the "better" option. Cheers.
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FYI, Andrew, we've ALREADY had a "soft" civil war in the form of regional factionalism becoming a reality in most parts of the USA. Take California (please!). The so-called Golden State (although now the glitter has worn off) has basically devolved into a one-party socialist dictatorship, along with its left coast brethren, Oregon and Washington. California sees itself as its own nation-state, and acts accordingly. Meanwhile, in the mountain/west states such as Idaho, Montana, Wyoming (and to a lesser extent, the Dakotas), the populace by and large has rejected the so-called progressivism that Washington, DC is now trying to force upon the country, and has embraced the rugged individualism/populism that characterized America 120 years ago. The federal government has little place or impact in their daily lives, and that's just the way they want it. The USA will probably drift apart and separate into a loose confederacy in a manner not dissimilar to the old USSR back in 1991. The federal government will become weaker and weaker, unable to impose its will by force on regions other than the liberal east coast corridor that extends from DC to Boston. So it seems, anyway.
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“Nor do I feel responsible for the generally low state of the Negro—as one Negro friend pointed out to me; the lucky Negroes were the ones who were enslaved. Having traveled quite a bit in Africa, I know what she means. One thing is clear: Whether one speaks of technology or social institutions, “civilization” was invented by us, not by the Negroes. As races, as cultures, we are five thousand years, about, ahead of them. Except for the culture, both institutions and technology, that they got from us, they would still be in the stone age, along with its slavery, cannibalism, tyranny, and utter lack of the concept we call justice.” – Robert A. Heinlein, noted sci-fi author, humanist and libertarian
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Swiss Banking privacy and secrecy have been in force since as far back as banks can trace their origins, and officially codified as part of Swiss laws, with severe criminal penalties for any violations, since the Swiss Banking Law of 1934. This law was enacted as a direct result of French Socialist-fervor pressure, and German Nazi attempts at intrusion. The Swiss take their clients’ confidentiality quite seriously. Swiss bankers are under strict fiduciary obligation (much like U.S. “attorney-client privilege”) to maintain any information about a client’s account strictly confidential, with the only exceptions being strictly-provable criminal inquiries–and even these are quite rarely granted. This reflects the long-standing tradition of Swiss personal privacy, and any violation of banking secrecy constitutes an offense that by law requires public prosecution and results in official criminal proceedings. Needless to say, these are among the strictest banking confidentiality laws in the world.
Another item worthy of note is that an accusation of tax evasion alone is not sufficient to force a Swiss bank to lift its veil of secrecy. This is because failure to report income or assets is not considered a criminal offense in Switzerland, it is considered a misdemeanor, and hence does not fall under the “provable criminal activity” or criminal intent exceptions that would allow the veil to be lifted. As such, neither the Swiss government, nor any other government, can obtain information about a depositor’s account without first convincing a Swiss judge that a serious crime (felony) has been committed by the depositor that would be punishable by the Swiss Penal Code.
That being said, as a U.S. citizen trying to open a bank account in Switzerland, you may be met with some reluctance. if not outright disdain, by the Swiss banking authorities. Not that they dislike you personally because you're an American, but rather they might view you as not worth the extra trouble because of the predatory rules and practices of the U.S. Treasury Department that follow all Americans regardless of where they park their money. IRS regulations keep on getting more draconian year by year, and, unless you're among the super-rich, the Swiss bankers might consider you as simply not worth the headache vis-a-vis the extra paperwork and compliance rules that accompany you as a U.S. citizen. Sad, but true.
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Depends on your current location in the USA. For example, comparing the cost of living between a larger city such as Denver, CO to that of Salzburg, Austria, you would need around $6,147 in Denver, CO to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $4,260 (4,000.00€) in Salzburg (assuming you rent in both cities). Denver would be cheaper in the cost of gasoline/petrol, as well as monthly utilities (electricity, heating, cooling, water, garbage), but the rental cost in Salzburg would probably be 50% less than Denver. It all depends on the life style you wish to pursue. Quality of life (personal safety, health care, pollution index, climate) would be higher in Salzburg than Denver. The only drawback in Salzburg would be the higher cost of actually purchasing a house or condo, which might be double the cost of Denver, CO. Hope this reply would be of some value in your decision. Cheers.
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Individuals, be it tax residents (who spend 183 days per year in Antigua) or non-resident citizens, are exempt from any type of tax on their income no matter how much money they make. The inland revenue department and the government of Antigua and Barbuda do not impose any capital gains tax, wealth tax, inheritance, or withholding tax on individuals.
A person maintaining residency in Antigua and Barbuda is, of course, subject to some other indirect taxes. Antigua & Barbuda sales tax (ABST) on goods and services, for example, is an indirect tax that a business must pay which affects individuals. ABST has a flat rate of 15%, and as most goods and services are taxable under ABST, individuals will see that tax mirrored in the pricing of the supplies or services they are buying. Antiguan resident citizens do not have to register or pay any taxes on interest, dividends, royalties, or fees for registered technical services.
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@souqsayara7644 Have you ever actually lived in the USA? If not, then you're talking out of school. Having lived here my entire life, I feel that I've been treated quite well, both by my state government, as well as by the federal government. My taxes at all levels are quite low and I've always been able to afford a reasonably priced home in which to live and raise a family. Is the USA perfect? Far from it, but what place is? There is a reason why that, in 2020 alone, the United States granted 707,362 people lawful permanent resident status (not counting the large number of illegals from Mexico, etc.) And that reason includes: economic opportunity, security, freedom of conscience/religion, and the rule of law. If the USA isn't your cup of tea, then by all means find a country that meets your requirements. Cheers and long life, my friend.
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Hope those "big changes" don't include relocating to Florida or Texas. No state income tax in either place, but, booooy do they hammer you on sales, property and other taxes. I have a family member that lives in Austin, TX and he's paying around $600/month on property taxes, around $400/month for utilities, plus his location is subject to an 8.25% sales tax. Florida isn't quite as bad with sales tax (7%), but south Florida has some of the highest priced real estate in the country, with property taxes to match. If you can tolerate some colder weather, I'd recommend (ID, MT, or WY). Smaller, less intrusive state govts, modest taxes and far less crowded. Cheers.
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The UAE/Dubai continue to commit serious human rights violations, including arbitrary detention, cruel and inhuman treatment of detainees, suppression of freedom of expression, and violation of the right to privacy. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continue to deprive stateless individuals of the right to nationality, impacting their access to a range of services. According to Human Rights Watch, the UAE detains those who criticize authorities, including hundreds of activists and academics, and Emirati laws discriminate against women, migrants and LGBT individuals. Flogging and stoning are legal forms of judicial punishment in the UAE due to Sharia courts. As a result, the UAE routinely ranks near the bottom of many international measures for human rights and press freedom. It depends on how one defines the word "safety."
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In case you're unaware, the nation of Georgia (not the U.S. state of the same name) shares a rather long, tenuous and disputed border with its northern neighbor, Russia. Russia's military support and subsequent recognition of the breakaway provinces of Abkhazia and South Ossetia in 2008 continue to sour relations with Georgia. In fact, there are still Russian troops stationed in both of these areas. If Putin didn't hesitate to invade the Ukraine, a huge nation the size of Texas with nearly 44 million people, what makes you think that he wouldn't do the same with a tiny nation like Georgia, with less than 5 million people?
I'd consider an area farther removed from the Caucasus, Portugal, for example. Or even better, Mexico. Cheers.
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The 10 most dangerous cities in the U.S., according to a recent (Oct. 1, 2023) study, in ascending order: Cleveland, OH; Alexandria, LA; Little Rock, AR; Pine Bluff, AR; Birmingham, AL; Detroit, MI; (tied) Memphis, TN & Saginaw, MI; Monroe, LA; and Bessemer, AL. And guess which ethnic group is the majority population in every city except one?
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All hope abandon, ye that live in California. After having lived in the (not so) Golden State for nearly 40 years, we finally gave up on trying to adapt to the "progressively" worsening conditions. Which? Ever increasing taxes and bonded indebtedness by the left-wing (Democrat) state government; adding more benefits & services for illegals (oops, I mean undocumented immigrants). Governor Gavin (The Nuisance) Newsom is still stuck in the 1970's, knowing only how to increase taxes and the size of government. Although California has the highest corporate, personal, sales and gasoline taxes in the nation, infrastructure is crumbling. But at the same time, the legislature decided to fund the "high-speed rail" train to nowhere pork-barrel project, which ballooned from its original budget of $25 billion to nearly $70 billion, at last count. Air pollution, urban sprawl, homelessness and gang violence are all out of control. Plus, California is simply running out of water sufficient to support a population of nearly 40 million people. We said, "Enough!" and relocated to *******, and have never had any cause to regret our decision. Our adopted home has a much smaller, less intrusive state government, along with modest, reasonable taxes. And the violent crime rate is miniscule compared to CA. People here can still leave their cars unlocked at the local shopping mall--I don't, too many years of living in CA, I guess. Any middle class people that still persist in staying in California deserve what's coming to them.
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Oh, you mean "the 1%" that controls over 1/3 of the wealth in the U.S.? "The 1%" that controls BOTH major political parties, and also controls ALL of the legacy media outlets and newspapers? "The 1%" that opposes affordable, universal healthcare for ALL Americans? "The 1%" that conspires with big business and big government to keep the Federal minimum wage artificially suppressed at $7.25/hr since July 24, 2009 (first year of Barack Obama's administration), when, adjusting for inflation, the minimum wage should be at least $15/hr? "The 1%" that decimated our manufacturing base with NAFTA and other job-killing legislation, and that allows illegals from 3rd world countries to freely enter America and further depress the local job market(s)? "The 1%" that promotes global DEpopulation through eugenics, fluoride, vaccines, GMO, war, drugs and arms proliferation? You mean THAT "1%"?
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Well, the easiest “out” might be to simply head south. Specifically, (Idaho, Montana, Wyoming) take your pick. Depending on which Canadian province you currently reside in, the move might not be too difficult. All three places mentioned have low(er) taxes, small(er), less intrusive state governments, and relatively affordable cost of living. Plus, they’re close to the border, making visits to family more convenient. Common language (unless you speak French), similar culture(s), and mostly friendly, welcoming people. Yeah, you would have to put up with a dysfunctional federal (U.S.) government run by morons, but most of us don’t really interact with it, so we generally can ignore it (except for federal income taxes). C’mon down!
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This entire scenario about the U.S. somehow breaking apart into differing geopolitical factions has its origins from Marxist philosophy, which has, as one of its stratagems, the goal of exploiting the internal contradictions of capitalists societies. Going all the way back to the 1950's, we can find a communist plot to exploit black people. See Manning Johnson's 1958 book, "Color, Communism and Common Sense" for a complete treatise on the subject. BLM, Antifa, Democracy Now, the Black Panthers, Democratic Socialism and other similar groups are simply modern iterations of older social movements. These plus the "woke" and "Green" nihilist philosophies all serve to accomplish the same goal: destroying the cohesive social fabric of the USA. If the Russian and Chinese can't defeat the U.S. militarily, then they seek to destroy us by other means. Only a united America can face down these enemies of freedom.
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@tank-slushy4727 The ONLY problem? Dude, did you actually understand my original post? If not, allow me to refresh your memory:
"The UAE/Dubai continue to commit serious human rights violations, including arbitrary detention, cruel and inhuman treatment of detainees, suppression of freedom of expression, and violation of the right to privacy. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continue to deprive stateless individuals of the right to nationality, impacting their access to a range of services. According to Human Rights Watch, the UAE detains those who criticize authorities, including hundreds of activists and academics, and Emirati laws discriminate against women, migrants and LGBT individuals. Flogging and stoning are legal forms of judicial punishment in the UAE due to Sharia courts. As a result, the UAE routinely ranks near the bottom of many international measures for human rights and press freedom."
The ONLY problem? You gotta be kidding.
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Sorry, Charlie, but money talks. And if you, like most of us, haven't a whole ton of money, then Andrew and others like him aren't interested in us "little people." Some free advice: move to a low-tax, low cost-of living state (MT, ID, WY). We did and we're quite happy with the results. Or, if you don't like colder winters, learn some Spanish and move to Mexico.
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Face the facts: wherever and whenever you have government(s) run by fallible, selfish human beings, you also have the potential, if not the likelihood, for tyranny. I prefer to take the attitude expressed by famous sci-fi writer, Robert A. Heinlein, in his 1966 novel, "The Moon is a Harsh Mistress":
"I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for everything I do. I am free, no matter what rules surround me. If I find them tolerable, I tolerate them; if I find them too obnoxious, I break them. I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for everything I do."
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The UAE/Dubai continue to commit serious human rights violations, including arbitrary detention, cruel and inhuman treatment of detainees, suppression of freedom of expression, and violation of the right to privacy. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continue to deprive stateless individuals of the right to nationality, impacting their access to a range of services. According to Human Rights Watch, the UAE detains those who criticize authorities, including hundreds of activists and academics, and Emirati laws discriminate against women, migrants and LGBT individuals. Flogging and stoning are legal forms of judicial punishment in the UAE due to Sharia courts. As a result, the UAE routinely ranks near the bottom of many international measures for human rights and press freedom. So if money is all you care about, then by all means live in Dubai/UAR. Just keep your opinions to yourself and you'll be fine.
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@xrpfreak7881 BTC is no different than earlier asset bubbles, going all the way back to the “tulip mania” craze during the 1600’s, or the Florida real estate frenzy of the 1920’s. As far as BTC being the “best performing asset” of the past 10 years, so what? People can’t invest in the past, unless you somehow have access to a time machine. Regardless, 10 years is just a minuscule slice of market history.
BTC is merely a novel pyramid scheme, whereby greedy promoters try to artificially inflate otherwise worthless ideas, make a “profit” on paper, and then sell them to a greater fool before they collapse—as we’re witnessing now. A modern “Ponzi” scheme, if you will. An historically tried and true store of value—gold—cannot be created from thin air, like BTC or FRN’s. Gold has a 5,000 year track record of value, and will be around long after BTC has vanished back into cyberspace. My advice is only put into BTC what you can afford to lose, because you surely will lose it all. Wishing you health, long life and prosperity.
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Having come of age during the 1950's & 60's, I can testify that today's America is so sharply divided along cultural, moral and political lines as to be virtually unrecognizable compared to that country which existed during the Eisenhower and Kennedy administrations. Back then, people, whether Democrats or Republicans, held to a set or shared values based upon the love of country, faith in God, hard work and devotion to family life. No longer. And it must be fairly stated that the cause of this fragmentation was begun by the rise of neo-liberalism and neo-conservatism in the political arena during the mid to late 1960's. People became polarized and have been at each other's throats ever since. I see no peaceful solution to this division, as each group sees itself as the sole repository of moral and cultural truth, while viewing the other as heretical traitors. The storm that began as "a little cloud like a man's hand" has now grown to hurricane proportions. My advice is, "you better run, you better take cover."
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In my very NON-expert view, Russia will be on the warpath for the foreseeable future. It's not just that Putin simply doesn't want to stop his aggressive activity against his neighbours, but it's more that he CAN'T stop. For him, neutralizing any perceived threats (real or imagined) near the Russian borderland is a matter of national pride and ethnic (Russian) survival. For the past 20 years, he has been trying to recreate the boundaries of the old USSR and/or Russian Empire (really the same). Consequently, there can be no cessation of hostilities as long as this expansionist program guides Russian foreign policy, regardless of who is President of Russia. If you're thinking about relocating from the UK, I would advise looking elsewhere than central/eastern Europe. Canada, Australia, New Zealand or other Commonwealth nations might not be bad choices, as well as certain Caribbean nations. Don't overlook certain areas in Mexico as well--it's not all cartel-land. You'd be more than welcome here in the States, but I'm not sure that you would be doing yourself a favour. People here are too divided along political, cultural and regional lines. One big country--several nations--and little love lost. Cheers.
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@citizenshipgateways Actually, the REAL issue is your turning a blind eye to a country and government that continues to commit serious human rights violations, including arbitrary detention, cruel and inhuman treatment of detainees, suppression of freedom of expression, and violation of the right to privacy. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continued to deprive stateless individuals of the right to nationality, impacting their access to a range of services. According to Human Rights Watch, the UAE detains those who criticize authorities, including hundreds of activists and academics, and Emirati laws discriminate against women, migrants and LGBT individuals. Flogging and stoning are legal forms of judicial punishment in the UAE due to Sharia courts. As a result, the UAE routinely ranks near the bottom of many international measures for human rights and press freedom. If "property rights" are so important and you want to live in such a place--you're welcome to it. I'll gladly accept my so-called "diminished property rights" in a fairly free and open society. You have no idea of what a "tyrannical" government is until you go to a place such as N. Korea, Iran or Sudan. To try and compare Western democracies to such places is preposterous, so wake up and see the real world.
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Don’t count out Japan. Despite an aging demographic, the Japanese, unlike the Germans, are well positioned to weather the coming storm. They will compensate for the lack of younger workers by increased automation in the manufacturing sector. The Germans, beset by socio-political and energy challenges, will see their economy flounder. Japan is also a part of the “inner circle” of U.S. allies, both economically and militarily, and continues to benefit from this relationship. Incidentally, the Japanese have the best navy in Asia, and in any (non-nuclear) conflict, would absolutely clean the clocks of both China and Russia.
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He'd better find one that has no extradition treaty with the U.S. Otherwise, it's off to jail for him. FYI, the United States currently has no extradition agreement with China or Russia, but other countries, such as Ecuador, Cuba, Bolivia, Nicaragua, Iceland, Switzerland, Venezuela, and Zimbabwe have also been known to refuse extradition to the US. Best bet is Montenegro, with its stunning coastline and natural beauty, making it an attractive destination for those seeking refuge.
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@gary4507 Alas, no matter where you go or live, government(s), to a greater or lesser degree, will always try to to control people. It’s what they do, just like a dog scratching fleas. Indeed, even if a Republican manages to win the presidency in 2024, there probably won't be any real change. The crux of the matter is this: Your government does not fear or respect you. Its officials know they will not lose their cushy positions, no matter how many rights they violate. Plus, government has co-opted private businesses to do its bidding as well: Amazon, Google, Twitter, etc., are ALL in bed with the surveillance state that is modern day America.
“Since mankind's dawn, a handful of oppressors have accepted the responsibility over our lives that we should have accepted for ourselves. By doing so, they took our power. By doing nothing, we gave it away. We've seen where their way leads, through camps and wars, towards the slaughterhouse.” ― Alan Moore, V for Vendetta, who also wrote, “People shouldn't be afraid of their government. Governments should be afraid of their people.” The question is, what can/should be done to make government afraid? Cheers.
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@AnasChemmala "Scores aren't always correct..." Really? Every website and study that I've researched confirms the same results as in my original post one year ago. The UAE/Dubai continue to commit serious human rights violations, including arbitrary detention, cruel and inhuman treatment of detainees, suppression of freedom of expression, and violation of the right to privacy. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continue to deprive stateless individuals of the right to nationality, impacting their access to a range of services. According to Human Rights Watch, the UAE detains those who criticize authorities, including hundreds of activists and academics, and Emirati laws discriminate against women, migrants and LGBT individuals. Flogging and stoning are legal forms of judicial punishment in the UAE due to Sharia courts. As a result, the UAE routinely ranks near the bottom of many international measures for human rights and press freedom. So if money is all you care about, then by all means live in Dubai/UAR. Just keep your opinions to yourself and you'll be fine.
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All hope abandon, ye that live in California. After having lived in the (not so) Golden State for nearly 40 years, we finally gave up on trying to adapt to the "progressively" worsening conditions. Which? Ever increasing taxes and bonded indebtedness by the left-wing (Democrat) state government; adding more benefits & services for illegals (oops, I mean undocumented immigrants). Governor Gavin (The Nuisance) Newsom--Nancy Pelosi's great nephew through marriage--is still living in the 1970's, knowing only how to increase taxes and the size of government. Although California has the highest corporate, personal, sales and gasoline taxes in the nation, infrastructure is crumbling. The roads are in deplorable condition, especially in the Bay area. On a recent visit to family, there were so many large cracks, dips and potholes, that I was actually concerned about damage to my car's suspension.
But at the same time, the legislature decided to fund the "high-speed rail" train (to nowhere) pork-barrel project, which ballooned from its original budget of $25 billion to nearly $70 billion, at last count. They finally gave up and suspended the whole hairbrained project. Air pollution, urban sprawl and gang violence are all out of control. We said, "Enough!" and relocated to *******, and have never had any cause to regret our decision. Our adopted home has a much smaller, less intrusive state government, along with modest, reasonable taxes, and, for the most part, excellent infrastructure. And the violent crime rate is miniscule compared to CA. People here can still leave their cars unlocked at the local shopping mall--I don't, too many years of living in CA, I guess. Any middle class people that still persist in staying in California deserve what's coming to them. No pity on them whatsoever.
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What you’re really saying is that you want to find heaven on earth. No such place exists. As for the “globalist agenda,” if it really exists, then there’s no escaping it, even in Mexico. For us, the middle class, there are only “better” places to move to. Outside of CA, for sure. After living in the (not so) golden state for over 35 years, we did relocate to a better place in the USA. Think maybe (Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, etc.) If you don’t mind some colder weather, they can be great places: lower taxes, far less crime and smaller, less intrusive government(s). Cheers and good luck.
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