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cadoman

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1. a simple bit of gratitude cures conservatism

Reply to augyboston (Original post)

Mon Jun 16, 2025, 09:11 AM

Jun 16

Unfortunately thanks to Fox News and TFG, it has been programmed out of so many of our friends and family.

While things are never perfect, I cherish everything our government has given and created. From the humble sidewalk to the monthly social security payment to the great works of art and science we have funded. We are better when we pool our resources together in Democracy.

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Losing so called friends over Donnie Rotten [View all] augyboston Jun 16 OP

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So it was taxes, huh? MyOwnPeace Jun 16 #8

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I walked away from all my trump-supporting acquaintances some time ago, relatives included. Paladin Jun 16 #12

I've had to do the same thing. Mr. Evil Jun 16 #13

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