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Mike 03

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22. I didn't think it was a good idea at first.

Reply to leftstreet (Reply #5)

Wed Nov 27, 2024, 04:35 PM

Nov 27

DU is just different. I don't think there would ever be shaming here.

My reason for thinking it wasn't a good idea is a reflection of my paranoia. I was imagining someone from the new administration jotting down who might be worth hitting with a lawsuit. Crazy nonsense I know.

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