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chowmama

(870 posts)
5. I make a distinction
Sat Aug 9, 2025, 12:10 AM
Aug 9

between the armed and the unarmed.

The unarmed lost their tempers. (They're not off the hook, but there isn't premeditation.)

The armed pre-prepared to hurt or kill someone and are just looking for an excuse.

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So then True Dough Aug 8 #1
LMFAO ZDU Aug 8 #2
I give! What?🤔 Floyd R. Turbo Aug 9 #6
Well, I'd have to say the #1 risk factor, Floyd, True Dough Aug 9 #8
Bummer! Floyd R. Turbo Aug 9 #9
We got hit by a red light runner a few years ago vapor2 Aug 8 #3
😢 Floyd R. Turbo Aug 9 #10
My brother always votes on transit initiatives... Wounded Bear Aug 8 #4
🤗 Floyd R. Turbo Aug 9 #11
I make a distinction chowmama Aug 9 #5
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The great George Carlin once made a brilliant observation about drivers. Morbius Aug 9 #7
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SO many idiots on the road these days. snot Aug 9 #14
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