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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

21 hrs ago

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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