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14. Warrior Ethos

Reply to Srkdqltr (Reply #13)

Fri Sep 26, 2025, 08:02 PM

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Is basically just weasel words for "you WILL follow orders, even if they are illegal." Probably some veiled threats about what could happen to them if they don't. Perhaps the planting of the idea of a Loyalty Pledge. The only thing I can come up with for grooming is Hitler mustaches, and that's just a tad trite.

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Those who can do, do. Those who understand, teach. markodochartaigh Friday #3

And those who manage ... reACTIONary Friday #5

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