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OldBaldy1701E

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8. Well, if we are going to identify the problem.

Reply to jmbar2 (Reply #5)

Wed Dec 3, 2025, 08:57 AM

Dec 3

Two words.

Unfettered capitalism.

But, we won't change that, so these tiny bandaids on this constant issue will just patch it up until we stop being vigilant (usually takes about a month or so) and the next group starts getting away with the same shit.

Lather, rinse, repeat.

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