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Oxidar.org Hackaton - Snakear - ¡Veni a hackear con Rust!
## \*\*¡Distributed Snake Challenge!\*\* 🐍🦀
En este hackathon vamos a ensuciarnos las manos construyendo una versión multijugador del clásico **Snake**. El desafío consiste en implementar la lógica de red para que múltiples jugadores puedan competir en un mismo tablero en tiempo real desde la perspectiva del cliente.
Exploraremos cómo manejar el estado global del juego, la sincronización de ticks, entre otras cosas. ¡Podes construir el cliente de la forma que se te ocurra! Por terminal, usando Bevy, SDL2
¡Vení a poner a prueba tus conocimientos de Rust, networking y sistemas distribuidos!
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**Este evento es organizado por el equipo de [Oxidar.org](https://oxidar.org/), con la colaboración de TxPipe e Input Output Global.** **¡Los esperamos para compilar código y comer manzanas (virtuales)! 🦀**
Improv Jam in English!
🌟 Hola improv jammers in Buenos Aires! 🌟 Come join us for an English improv jam in Buenos Aires – open to all, no experience or language fluency necessary!
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Where: The Shamrock Bar & Basement Club, Rodríguez Peña 1220 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/cw8CaQ5veo7qn8tm8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/cw8CaQ5veo7qn8tm8)
(We are in the basement club)
🎟️ No tickets, but we ask 4,000-6,000 ARS contribution per person to cover room rental. No problem if you can't contribute!
Please feel free to share or bring a friend!
We will do 30 minutes covering improv principles and do improv warm-ups, followed by 90 minutes of short-form improv games facilitated by me. Wear comfortable casual clothes, something to drink, and a positive attitude!
Afterwards we can fellowship over drinks and snacks at The Shamrock upstairs!
(Just know this is a private event and NOT a performance; for these jams, the attendees are the audience AND the performers!)
Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some improv experience, we promise it’ll be a proper laugh! 😄
Filosofia Práctica - Palermo 🇦🇷
**IMPORTANTE**: El evento transcurre en el parque, que es grande; y si el clima lo requiere en algún café cercano. Por tal motivo se recomienda ingresar al grupo de **Whatsapp** para acceder a la ubicación exacta y actualizada: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JXuUvIkBR8VKyanyUgFKWa
🏛️ **¿DE QUÉ SE TRATA FILOSOFÍA PRÁCTICA?**
Filosofía Práctica es un encuentro semanal para quienes disfrutan de conversaciones profundas, el pensamiento crítico, y la exploración de nuevas ideas. No necesitas conocimientos previos, solo curiosidad y ganas de compartir.
Cada semana abordamos un tema distinto, practicando la comunicación y construyendo una comunidad de personas reflexivas.
📓 **¿CÓMO FUNCIONA?**
* Compartimos el tema de la semana en nuestro grupo de WhatsApp con algunas preguntas guía.
* Nos reunimos a las 14:00, comenzando con una charla informal antes de la discusión.
* Conversamos en grupos pequeños para que todos puedan participar.
* Al final, cada grupo comparte sus conclusiones y cerramos la sesión alrededor de las 16:00.
🧧 **¿CUÁNTO CUESTA?**
¡Es completamente gratis! Si nos reunimos en un café, solo pedimos que apoyes el lugar comprando una bebida. Algunas sedes alquilan un espacio y pueden solicitar donaciones voluntarias, pero no es obligatorio.
💛 **LO QUE DICEN**
🗣 “Siento que Filosofía Práctica te ayuda a construir tu propio sistema de creencias a través de diversas perspectivas, sin imponer lo que está bien o mal.” – Ekam
🗣 “Desde la primera vez que asistí (el tema era autoridad), supe que este era mi lugar. Me encanta cómo nos desafía a cuestionar diferentes puntos de vista, fomentando la apertura y la flexibilidad mental.” – Daniel
🗣 “Siempre quise tener este tipo de conversaciones, pero nunca encontré el espacio adecuado… hasta ahora. La gente, los temas, los debates abiertos… todo hace que sienta que pertenezco aquí.” – Sofía
🤓 **PREGUNTAS FRECUENTES**
📌 **¿Debo estudiar antes de asistir?** – No es necesario. Nos interesa saber *qué piensas tú*, no solo lo que dijeron los filósofos clásicos. Si quieres compartir ideas de alguna corriente de pensamiento, ¡adelante!, pero no es un requisito.
📌 **¿Se habla español?** – ¡Sí! Organizamos los grupos según el idioma para que todos se sientan cómodos participando.
📌 **¿Puedo ir solo/a?** – ¡Por supuesto! Muchos asistentes llegan solos y terminan haciendo grandes conexiones.
📌 **¿Dónde se reúnen?** – Compartimos la ubicación en WhatsApp y Meetup. Recomendamos unirte al grupo de WhatsApp para estar al día.
✨ **Desde 2021, Filosofía Práctica ha crecido a más de 15 capítulos en todo el mundo. ¡Únete a la comunidad!**
**EL GRUPO DE WHATSAPP ES EN INGLES, CUALQUIER DUDA CONSULTE POR EL ORGANIZADOR AL INGRESAR.**
📲 [WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JXuUvIkBR8VKyanyUgFKWa) \| 📷 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) \| 🌍 [Website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/)
Mate club 🧉 - Language Exchange at Rabieta BAR (Palermo)
# Mate Club – Language Exchange en Buenos Aires 🧉
¿Querés practicar idiomas y conocer gente de todo el mundo en un ambiente relajado y social?
Mate Club es un espacio de intercambio de **inglés, español y portugués** donde nos juntamos a conversar de forma real, espontánea y dinámica.
FORMULARIO DE INSCRIPCION: [https://forms.gle/sKe9TDeGFBosfVUSA](https://forms.gle/sKe9TDeGFBosfVUSA)
Valor de entrada única: 7,000ARS
Valor del abono mensual: 25,000ARS (4 encuentros durante el mes)
🧉 Compartimos mate durante todo el evento.
💬 Proponemos dinámicas para que todos puedan participar.
🌍 Participan locales, viajeros y estudiantes de distintos países.
🤝 Organizamos los grupos para que realmente practiques.
Si querés mejorar tu fluidez, perder la vergüenza al hablar y vivir una experiencia auténtica en Buenos Aires, sumate.
Nos vemos en Mate Club 🧉
📩 Consultas: mateclubdeconversacion@gmail.com
***\* It's important to note that the people who RSVP through Meetup are often new, so they don't necessarily reflect the actual number of regular attendees.\****
Spanglish Saturday Language Exchange Palermo - Every Saturday
How does it work?
Get paired with native speakers in a series of 10-minute conversations during every two-hour session. Attending as little as two times a week, for 2 hours at a time, you’ll meet and practice with an unparalleled number of native speakers.
https://youtu.be/blo5nNjgMBc
https://youtu.be/xk04lA9x3qQ
https://youtu.be/2TJMigrxiwI
There is no shortcut to Spanish fluency - but Spanglish is so fun you won’t want one! Spanglish starts during the 30 minute check in: Get to know the other Spanglishers – about half of the attendees at every event are new! After a little bit of ice-breaking, you’ll head to an assigned table for your first one-on-one conversation. No need to worry about making mistakes – the person sitting across from you is in the same boat! You converse for 5 minutes in english, 5 in Spanish – and then move on to a new conversation partner. By the second rotation we promise you’ll be having so much fun you’ll forget you’re learning.
What do we talk about at Spanglish?:
Whatever you want! There are no set topics. We talk about everything from our favorite superheroes to our favorite restaurants – it’s the best way to practice another language – hanging out in a relaxing environment and talking about stuff you know and like!
Who attends Spanglish?
Study abroad students, international students, local Argentine students studying English and anyone looking for a flexible, affordable, and comfortable environment to practice their conversation skills.
How much does it cost?
AR$10000 at the event.
Get the Spanglish package 4 events AR$28000
Enjoy the virtual language exchange events for FREE
You can find more information on our website http://www.spanglishexchange.com and see pictures of the events at facebook.com/SpanglishBuenosAires
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►HOW TO BE PART?
Go directly to the bar during the check in time and you will find a Spanglish Staff who will register you!
►HOW DOES IT WORK?
Get paired with native speakers in a series of 10-minute conversations during every two-hour session. Attending as little as two times a week, for 2 hours at a time, you’ll meet and practice with an unparalleled number of native speakers.
There is no shortcut to Spanish fluency - but Spanglish is so fun you won’t want one! Spanglish starts during the 40 minute check in: Get to know the other Spanglishers – about half of the attendees at every event are new! After a little bit of ice-breaking, you’ll head to an assigned table for your first conversation. No need to worry about making mistakes – the person sitting across from you is in the same boat! You converse for 5 minutes in english, 5 in Spanish – and then move on to a new group of conversation partners. By the second rotation we promise you’ll be having so much fun you’ll forget you’re learning.
►WHO ATTENDS SPANGLISH?
Study abroad students, international students, local Argentine students studying English and anyone looking for a flexible, affordable, and comfortable environment to practice their conversation skills.
Mundo Lingo Buenos Aires - Recoleta
Friday July 25, we are saying goodbye to the event of Chacarita. Let's come and give a warm farewall to it all!
No worries! August we are moving Mundo Lingo Fridays to a new home!
100s of people from around the world meet weekly to socialise, have a drink, and meet foreign/local people of all ages. It's chilled, fun and free.
The Flags
Place flags on your chest from top to bottom according to fluency. We offer flags from 200+ places.
Stand to mingle, sit to dwindle!
Talk about anything you like. You don't have to be an advanced speaker - it's open to everyone!
Reception 9 - 10pm
Not obligatory, but arrive at this time if you’re new or want those drinks specials.
Connect with us 👉 [x.MundoLingo.org](https://x.mundolingo.org/)
Couchsurfing Meeting, Distrito Federal
**COUCHSURFING BA – Distrito Federal Fridays**
📅 Every Friday
⏰ From 21:00
📍 Distrito Federal, Honduras 5608, Palermo, Buenos Aires
The weekly meeting point for travelers and locals who want to share languages, travel stories, and a great night out. Expect an easy-going crowd, good music, and a party that keeps going.
✨ What to expect
* Multilingual crowd (stickers to show your languages)
* Travel-story ice-breakers
* International playlist
* Free entry
Come solo or with friends – everyone’s welcome.
RSVP here and we’ll save you a spot.
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**COUCHSURFING BA – Distrito Federal Fridays**
📅 Todos los viernes
⏰ Desde las 21:00
📍 Distrito Federal, Honduras 5608, Palermo, CABA
Punto de encuentro semanal para viajeros y locales que quieren compartir idiomas, historias de viaje y una buena noche. Buena onda, música variada y fiesta hasta tarde.
✨ Qué encontrarás
* Grupo multilingüe (etiquetas para mostrar idiomas)
* Dinámicas para compartir historias
* Playlist internacional
* Entrada libre
Ven solo o acompañado – todos son bienvenidos.
Confirma asistencia y guardamos tu lugar.
Vedic Events This Week
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Terapia Regeneración Celular René Mey 2026 Presencial Evento Gratuito
Nos complace invitar a todos los voluntarios de corazón a unirse a la Jornada de Bienestar, organizada por el Centro Humanitario CABA René Mey. Durante este evento, en el Marco de la Cadena de Amor 2026 se llevarán a cabo actividades enfocadas en el bienestar personal y la ayuda a la comunidad. A través de talleres interactivos y charlas inspiradoras, exploraremos cómo juntos podemos marcar la diferencia y generar actos benéficos significativos.
Sumérgete en un espacio de filantropía y voluntariado donde la regeneración celular se encuentra con la consciencia colectiva para crear un impacto positivo en nuestra comunidad. Únete a nosotros para aprender, colaborar y crecer juntos en este viaje hacia una sociedad más compasiva y solidaria. ¡Tu ayuda es esencial para construir un mundo mejor para todos!
Se impartira el
**Taller en Regeneración Celular Sin Costo**
Talleres Impartidos por el Maestro Instructor Roberto Palencia
para anotarse escribir a instructorpalencia@gmail.com y/o 1164660980
**El Taller es Presencial en la Calle Talcahuano 78 A CABA**
**Domingo 12 de Abril de 2026 a las 15:00 hs**
Los esperamos
International Church
We are a **bilingual international church** in Palermo, Buenos Aires, where English and Spanish speakers can encounter God, be filled with hope and transformed by His power. If you are looking to build meaningful relationships, discover your purpose, and grow in your faith, join us on Sunday mornings at 10:30 AM in Armenia 1366, Palermo.
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Somos una **iglesia internacional bilingüe** en Palermo, Buenos Aires, donde quienes hablan inglés y español pueden encontrarse con Dios, ser llenos de esperanza y transformados por Su poder. Si estás buscando construir relaciones genuinas, descubrir tu propósito y crecer en tu fe, te invitamos a acompañarnos los domingos a las 10:30 hs en Armenia 1366, Palermo.
**What to Expect \| Lo que podés esperar**
10:30 \- 11:00 Coffee & Connection \| Café y Conexión
11:00 \- 12:00 Worship & Message \| Adoración y Mensaje
🍻NETWORKING en PALERMO - 🌍 Compartí y Conectá
👉🏼**Ampliá tu círculo social y conectá con personas fuera de tu entorno habitual**. Te invitamos a un evento único donde podrás relajarte, disfrutar de una cerveza 🍻, y compartir experiencias en un ambiente cálido y distendido.
Si aún no te animaste a participar, ¡es el momento! Este encuentro está diseñado para conocer gente nueva, generar contactos valiosos y pasarla bien.
🔥Sabemos que el primer paso puede ser difícil, pero ya hemos organizado más de **150 eventos**, y siempre recibimos tanto a participantes nuevos como a aquellos que vuelven una y otra vez.
El ambiente es abierto, ameno y perfecto para hacerte sentir parte de nuestra comunidad desde el primer momento.
Si eres nuevo en la ciudad, quieres sociabilizar, conocer y conectar con gente interesante, te animo a unirte y formar parte de nuestra comunidad.
👉🏼 **El evento es GRATUITO**. El CONSUMO es OBLIGATORIO.
🕒 **Edades habituales**: entre 30 y 60 años.
¡No te pierdas esta oportunidad de expandir tus horizontes! ¡Te esperamos!
Make Friends: Not Small Talk - Deep talks & Coffee | 🌎Culture Shock Therapy
SPANISH VERSION BELOW 👇
**☕ Culture Shock Therapy – Deep Conversation / Coffee Talk**
Some conversations change your day.
Some change your life.
Every Sunday we create a space for meaningful conversations about life, emotions, culture, psychology, relationships, and the things we usually don’t talk about in normal social events.
📍 Tienda de Cafe Italiano – Perón 4233, CABA
🕕 Every Sunday \| 18:00 – 20:00
🎟 Entry: 5,000 ARS (≈ 5 USD)
**What you can expect:**
• Deep questions
• Social dynamics
• Interactive games to feel comfortable
• Open-minded people
• Respectful environment
• Coffee, ideas, and connection
You don’t need to be an expert.
You just need to be honest.
This is not small talk.
This is real conversation.
Follow us on Instagram:
[https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy](https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy)
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VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL 👇
**☕ Culture Shock Therapy – Deep Conversation / Coffee Talk**
Algunas conversaciones te cambian el día.
Otras te cambian la vida.
Cada domingo creamos un espacio para conversaciones con sentido sobre la vida, emociones, cultura, psicología, relaciones y todo lo que normalmente no se habla en eventos sociales comunes.
📍 Tienda de Cafe Italiano – Perón 4233, CABA
🕕 Todos los domingos \| 18:00 – 20:00
🎟 Entrada: $5.000
**Qué podés encontrar:**
• Preguntas profundas
• Dinámicas sociales
• Juegos para que todos se sientan cómodos
• Gente abierta
• Ambiente respetuoso
• Café, ideas y conexión
No necesitás ser experto.
Solo necesitás ser auténtico.
Esto no es charla superficial.
Es conversación real.
Seguinos en Instagram:
[https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy](https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy)
Departamento 112 - Trienal de Arte Argentino
Come to the gallery Departamento 112 in Martínez! We'll meet up outside the gallery at 3:00 pm and go through the current exhibit. After spending some time in the gallery, anyone who wants can hang out at a café nearby to have a coffee.
https://www.departamento112.com/exposiciones/primera-trienal-arte-argentino
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Ven a la galería Departamento 112 en Martínez! Vamos a reunirnos afuera de la galería a las 15:00 y pasamos por la exhibición actual. Después de andar por la galería, quien quiere puede ir a una cafetería cerca de la galería para tomar un café.
https://www.departamento112.com/exposiciones/primera-trienal-arte-argentino
Meeting point/punto de encuentro: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Fvjdo3oCRMZCAWE66
Book Swap – Intercambio de libros BA
Intercambio de libros – Buenos Aires Book Exchange & Reading Club
En esta ocasión, nos encontramos para intercambiar libros y charlar sobre literatura.
Para este primer encuentro vamos a hacer un intercambio de libros sencillo y relajado. La idea es traer uno o más libros que ya hayas leído y cambiarlos con otros participantes.
Cómo funciona:
• Traé entre 1 y 3 libros para intercambiar. Por favor, que estén en buen estado.
• Si querés, podés contar brevemente de qué trata tu libro.
• Después podés elegir otro libro de alguien más
También es una buena oportunidad para conocer a otros lectores en Buenos Aires y conversar sobre libros, especialmente literatura clásica.
El encuentro será en un café en Palermo. La ubicación exacta se compartirá con las personas que confirmen asistencia.
Español e inglés son bienvenidos. También podés traer libros en inglés.
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For this meetup, we will get together to exchange books and chat about literature.
We’ll have a simple and relaxed book swap. The idea is to bring one or more books you’ve already read and exchange them with other participants.
How it works:
• Bring 1–3 books to exchange. Please make sure they are in good condition.
• If you’d like, you can briefly say a few words about your book.
• Then you can choose a book from someone else.
It’s also a great opportunity to meet other readers in Buenos Aires and talk about books, especially classic literature.
The meetup will take place in a café in Palermo. The exact location will be shared with attendees who RSVP.
Spanish and English speakers are welcome.
Naveguenos en Velero desde Palermo
Saldremos a navegar en mi velero desde mariana Puerto Norte (ubicada en Palermo, frente a aeroparque Jorge Newbery) Av. Rafael Obligado 4899.
IG: velebaires
https://youtu.be/S5EjxJGS15Q
El precio por persona es de $20.000.
Soy instructor de náutica, si quieren les puedo enseñar a navegar. Realice el curso de Piloto de yate (habilitación que permite cruzar Oceanos)
* No necesitas tener experiencia.
* En caso de lluvia, se suspende.
* Trae ropa cómoda, nada en especial.
* Sugerimos llegar 10 minutos antes de la salida.
* Cupos disponibles por orden de llegada.
* No incluye comida ni bebidas. Puedes traer lo que quieras (no están permitidas las bebidas alcohólicas)
* La serie de mi velero tomó fama por su seguridad y fortaleza, ya que cruzó el Océano Atlántico y navegó de Ushuaia al Polo Norte ida y vuelta.
Nos reunimos en la entrada del Puerto.
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Columbus Comedy Improv Meetup at Gresso's!
Whether you've never done improv before, or you've done it for so long you knew Del Close on a personal level, or anywhere in between, come join us! Swing by *Gresso's* for the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup** for some fun and games!
The idea behind improv is to create entire scenes from scratch based on a suggestion from the audience. This can be done in game form, like *Whose Line Is It Anyway*, *ComedySportz*, or *Wild 'n Out*; it could also be done to tell stories, like *Middleditch and Schwartz*. Our meetup, which is central Ohio's longest running (and free!) weekly comedy event, brings the games (and occasionally different forms) for you to play in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Not only is it a lot of fun, but you get to work on thinking faster on your feet, plus it's an excellent way to meet new people and make friendships that'll last a lifetime!
Ask yourself if you want to join the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**, and say "Yes, And" that you'll have fun!
Pranic Healing Level I - PH I--- DAY 2 of 2
MCKS PRANIC HEALING® Level I
In PRANIC HEALING® Level 1, you learn the basics of working with your energy aura, including learning to "scan," or feel the energy, to "sweep," or clean away congested energy, and to "energize," or supplement areas in your aura that have a pranic deficiency.
PRANIC HEALING® has been taught to doctors, nurses, massage
therapists, acupuncturists, chiropractors, shiatsu practitioners, and many others in the healing field. It has allowed them to heal confidently and consistently in the shortest learning time possible. These professionals find PRANIC HEALING® very effective and easy to apply.
Other topics covered in PRANIC HEALING® Level 1:
Energetic anatomy: You will learn to work with the network of chakras, meridians and auras to accelerate the healing processes of your body.
Preventive healing: You will learn to remove the negative energetic patterns of a disease to prevent it from fully manifesting as a physical ailment.
Self-Pranic healing: You will learn to apply these healing techniques to accelerate your own healing.
Step-by-step techniques for ailments related to your:
respiratory system, e.g., asthma,; circulatory system, e.g., heart ailments; gastrointestinal system, e.g., irritable bowel syndrome; musculoskeletal system, e.g., arthritis and back pain; reproductive system, e.g., menstrual problems. You'll also learn how to address common problems as migraines and sinusitis.
Additionally, you'll learn to apply distant healing to loved ones who are not present in the room with you.
All PRANIC HEALING® courses are "experiential," which means that you learn by actually performing the techniques and exercises in class - on yourself and those around you. During class, all the principles will be explained thoroughly and you will practice the techniques exhaustively so you will be confident in your ability to produce positive results when you finish the course.
This is Day 2 of 2 Attendance at day one is required to attend day 2.
The Course text book is Choa Kok Sui, "Miracles through Pranic Healing" Please bring this with you to class.
PRANIC HEALING® Level 1 is a prerequisite to all other GMCKS courses.
For those interested to review the class...Review fee is only $75!!
LOOK AT THIS!! Review for FREE when you bring a new student to class with you.
Golden Lotus Meditation & Lecture - 'Topic to be announced!'
Join us for our Sunday Meditation Service - !' Or join us on Facebook Live! Our Facebook Page is Golden Lotus Yoga for Spiritual Awareness
Humanist Program
The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called "Going to HCCO" and we still like to think of it as our flagship event.
We will be hearing from Becca Powell, Director of Advocacy and Outreach at Unchained At Last, an organization whose mission is dedication to ending forced and child marriage in the United States through direct services and systems change. Unchained At Last's mission clearly meshes and addresses several of our Humanist Ten Commitments. Becca will educate us about an issue many of us may not be familiar with--but should be.
Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk.
Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online
Join Zoom Meeting
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The formal presentation will start at noon
Golden Lotus Meditation & Lecture - ' Life Energy - The Power That Heals!'
Join us for our Sunday Meditation Service - ' Life Energy - The Power That Heals!' Or join us on Facebook Live! Our Facebook Page is ***Golden Lotus Yoga for Spiritual Awareness***
Drunken
This month's prompt concerns the idea of the “warrior philosopher” (seemed appropriate in these times)--that is someone whose understanding of violence, power, and justice is forged through direct experience of war. We are looking at Major General Smedley D. Butler, a highly decorated U.S. Marine raised in a Quaker (pacifist) tradition who later became a prominent critic of American militarism (there is a wonderful biography of Gen. Butler called "Gangsters of Capitalism")
Butler's argument in *War Is a Racket* (1935): that many U.S. interventions were driven less by national defense than by corporate and financial interests, with Butler portraying himself as an enforcer for business and Wall Street. We can consider the moral ambiguity of his insider critique—whether complicity strengthens or undermines credibility and also consider some of the concrete reforms he proposed (e.g., “conscript” capital before soldiers, restrict the military to coastal defense, and have only those who fight decide on war).
Butler’s life arc clearly changed from pacifist upbringing to warrior to antiwar crusader—and asks whether true understanding of peace requires firsthand knowledge of war, and what that implies about the cost of suffering. So do we need to suffer to understand suffering? Do we have to experience war to appreciate peace? As one more question: in the movie "A Few Good Men" Jack Nicholson's character says that "you have the luxury of not knowing what I know" so do most of us go through life oblivious to real violence and suffering? See you at Drunken Philosophy!




















