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Paladin

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4. You've been here at DU for years. You're bound to know better.

Reply to 3825-87867 (Reply #2)

Thu Jan 16, 2025, 11:59 AM

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You'll probably get a visit from a DU etiquette patrol, instructing you that (A.) We're infinitely better than our political enemies, and so (B.) Therefore we must adhere to a set of good-conduct rules our enemies walked away from decades ago, treating said enemies with the utmost respect and kindness, even if said respectful behavior contributes to our enemies' strength and influence.

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What's good for the goose... 3825-87867 Yesterday #2

You've been here at DU for years. You're bound to know better. Paladin Yesterday #4

Yeah, You're probably right. 3825-87867 Yesterday #5

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