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Oeditpus Rex

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12. Straight news has forever been in the practice

Reply to B.See (Original post)

Fri Sep 12, 2025, 08:00 AM

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of not speaking ill of the dead -- at least, not the American dead "Glorification' and "canonization" are severe exaggerations, though.

For reality-based assessments, try liberal opnion journalism, or news mixed with opinion, such as Rachel Maddow.

Stop intentionally allowing yourself to become angry. What's the point?

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