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blue_jay

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9. So basically it's all just some unholy combination

Reply to moniss (Reply #5)

Fri Mar 20, 2026, 03:55 PM

Mar 20

of political kabuki theater/ reality show and "blat"?

-Blat refers to a system of informal agreements and exchanges of favors in Russian politics, often used to navigate bureaucratic obstacles and gain access to scarce resources. It emerged prominently during the Soviet era as a way to cope with shortages and has been associated with corruption and patronage.

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courtesy of the "pro-life Christian" party Skittles Mar 20 #12

in that picture, WTF is that thing Skittles Mar 20 #11

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