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The Madcap

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3. Don't forget rationality in this.

Reply to Attilatheblond (Original post)

Wed Aug 20, 2025, 01:18 PM

Aug 20

If I were young, looking at my upcoming future under this government, I'd be so depressed, I'd probably decide it's all hopeless and just give up on life. Hate to say it, but at this point, I think that is a totally rational sentiment.

The young should try to get out while they can.

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Deadly mix of reasons IbogaProject Aug 20 #2

Don't forget rationality in this. The Madcap Aug 20 #3

I agree. FoxNewsSucks Aug 20 #10

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THIS. yardwork Aug 20 #9

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Want to see that chisled in stone and set up as monuments in front of the US Capitol and Independence Hall in Philly! Attilatheblond Aug 20 #12

History shows that most voters don't do that. yardwork Aug 20 #13

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You are very welcome Attilatheblond Aug 20 #16

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