• jason@discuss.online
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    5 hours ago

    I’ve thought about this a lot since Luigi. The power of these alt reality movements is derived from their mouthpieces. Without their army of apologists, every ridiculous lie sounds as stupid as it is and always was.

    Being a professional shill/propagandist for these people should be one of the most dangerous jobs in the world, and I’m surprised that’s not the case. So, smart move on Ben. He should hang up the towel, and find a real job.

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      2 hours ago

      It should be and I think it just a matter of time before it becomes just that. Bread and circuses only works when people can afford the bread. The hungry will blame the clowns.

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      5 hours ago

      Being a shoe salesman would be a great choice for Ben since he wouldn’t have to bend over to help people in and out of shoes.