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misanthrope

(9,191 posts)
Fri Sep 26, 2025, 05:18 PM Friday

Regardless of the naysayers, the Epstein files are very important [View all]

First, there's the primal matter of justice. I don't need to explain that one. We all get it. Those of us who were victims of sexual abuse as kids and have spent years coming to terms with the effect it has on your life also feel there's a personal stake in seeing this justice manifest.

Secondly, it does have a bearing on the current regime. It diverts the focus and energy away from other things Dear Leader could be doing to cause even wider harm.

Thirdly, it amounts to extra weight on the faltering psyche of Dear Leader. as evidenced in his detectable notes of panic when dealing with it. He lies about its gravity, but we all sense his fear and every extra ounce leads to his quicker disintegration and eventual collapse.

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