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Tragicomedy, as a genre, has existed for more than 23 centuries. It paradoxically blends the sad and the funny, proving that things are rarely just black and white. Seriousness as well as absurdity coexist in real life too, and the “Funny and Sad” online community is just one proof of that. 

With more than 1 million members, it shares life's moments that are equally as tragic as they are comedic. After all, life can’t always be sunshine and rainbows, and when hardship hits, it can be better to deal with it in a humorous way.

While you’re scrolling through, don’t forget to check out a conversation with Jennifer Toof, LPC, NCC, an expert in trauma and owner of Trauma Informed Counseling & Consulting, who kindly agreed to tell us more about coping with humor.

#1

I'm Sure This Is Just A Coincidence. Nothing To See Here

I'm Sure This Is Just A Coincidence. Nothing To See Here

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Scott Riley
Community Member
1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I upvoted this because it needs attention. Personally, I down vote this practice of average people paying for some rich dudes stadiums that allow them to fleece the public of even more money! Subsidizing big oil, big pharma, big tech, and sports is immoral.

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    #2

    Another Chinese Propaganda. /S

    Another Chinese Propaganda. /S

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    #3

    Thank God It's Not The 1920s Anymore... Right...?

    Thank God It's Not The 1920s Anymore... Right...?

    BeardedGenius Report

    “Humor serves as a defense mechanism, meaning it can be an unconscious psychological response to protect people from feelings of anxiety, threats to self-esteem, and things that they don't want to think about or deal with,” trauma expert Jennifer Toof told Bored Panda.

    “So in tragic or sad moments, some people turn to humor to cope, and, since it's unconscious, they may not even realize they are using humor in that way,” she said.

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    #4

    B(

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    GlitterPanda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a friends who calls teeth "luxury bones" because she was told they weren't needed to do her job when she asked why insurance didn't cover dental...

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    #5

    Thanks Aliens

    Thanks Aliens

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    #6

    And The Cycle Continues

    And The Cycle Continues

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    B
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And all this is because people buy fancy coffee.

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    Dealing with hard times with humor has physical and emotional benefits, according to research. “Laughter releases endorphins, dopamine, oxytocin, and serotonin, all of which are associated with improved mood,” explains Toof.

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    “It also decreases the release of cortisol, the stress hormone, meaning it can make people feel less stressed and more relaxed. Even the act of smiling has been found to release chemicals associated with happiness and stress relief. 

    Humor can also distract us from things that are overwhelmingly difficult, and it helps us reframe situations, making a potentially scary, sad, or traumatic situation appear less threatening.”

    #7

    Wish There Was Hell; Oh Wait We Live In It

    Wish There Was Hell; Oh Wait We Live In It

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    Black Cat
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, and can only use the toilet during his designated break. And have a boss like himself as his allocated demon.

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    #9

    Modern Problems, Modern Solutions

    Modern Problems, Modern Solutions

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    Meanwhile, only focusing on the bad things in life can trap us in a loop of anxiety and even self-criticism.

    “Negative thinking patterns can include only paying attention to failures and ignoring successes, black or white thinking (e.g., ‘If I get anything less than an A+ on this test, I’m a failure’), labeling oneself based on mistakes (e.g., ‘I’m a loser, an idiot’), [and] mind-reading (e.g., ‘Everyone will think I’m a loser for not getting this promotion’),” said Emma Morton, an expert of psychology, in a previous interview with Bored Panda.


    #10

    And Schools

    And Schools

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In reply to Spike Hodge, part of my work involves child protection. Most of the offenders are relatives. Fewer than 20% are teachers/church/scoutmasters or other people in a position of trust. So far (and I confess we are a largely rural area) absolutely no drag artists.

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    #11

    Jesus Was A Pacifist

    Jesus Was A Pacifist

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    axle f
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...they think we were created specifically as a Christian nation, a lot of them. Fools, bullies, goons, and hypocrites...

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    #12

    American Healthcare

    American Healthcare

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    Jack Burton
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Insuline is one of the cheapest medecine on earth. I mean we know how to produce it very easily and for not much money. Work in hospital in France and i feel bad when i think at how much insulin we just waste. At some point americans should just ask to european to send them insuline by postal service. I mean in France not only insuline is really cheap but it's also refunded by social security for every person suffering from diabete. Diabete is on a list of 30 chronic disease and social security pay everything related to these disease.

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    Despite all the benefits of coping with humor, like any defense mechanism, it can become an issue when it’s overused to avoid dealing with problems, says Toof. “In the short term, after a difficult situation, humor can help someone put distance between themselves and an overwhelming experience, but the underlying trauma will remain there if it's not addressed and resolved.”

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    #13

    The Ideal Utopia, Simply Being Allowed To Be Safe

    The Ideal Utopia, Simply Being Allowed To Be Safe

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    Pedantic Panda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Elect a US president that is not an old white man?

    Min
    Community Member
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just go for a fùcking walk at night with fear. Bliss.

    Min
    Community Member
    Premium
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *No fear. Apparently my subconscious can't even type it.

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    SlothyK8
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Codify a pregnant person's right to choice.

    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll help you, while I wait for Mr Auntriarch's return

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    Little Wonder
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Walk the city all night, taking photos.

    ZombieGirl
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would organize an outdoor pajama party that would go on through out the night! We would eat and drink and watch movies under the stars. Play music and dance in our underwear. Skinny dip in someone's pool. Naked dance around a fire....basically I would create a coven of witches for the night lol

    Jules
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love all the comments (well mostly). Totally agree about freedom to go out at night, right to choose etc, but I'd also like to add to the mix: get paid the same as men for the same job. Yep, even if it's just for one day.

    Crouching hippo hidden panda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just general relax in the open somewhere without the feelers out or eyes on the back of my head

    robin aldrich
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Leave my drink at the bar or table to go dance without fear of being roofied....for one

    DelvianBlue
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Play baseball, run by myself without pepper spray, wear whatever I feel like wearing, go to a bar or concert, be outdoors after dark watching wildlife or walking or really doing anything without having to be on guard.

    JammaCoast2Coast
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Keep both ear pods in while walking at night in my neighborhood

    Nina
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fix some things and do some home improvement without a man mansplaining about it or insisting I'm doing it wrong.

    Magenta Blu
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sleep in peace because no one is going to r.a.pe me or my daughters anymore

    roddeckf
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can, just when you held a monologue for 5 minutes straight you might get interrupted

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    BookFanatic
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Midnight hike. Dress up in my least NSFW outfit and hit the club. Just...breathe.

    Mia D
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would love to hear what men will answer to the same question. What would they do during that 24 h when all women will be gone?

    Lydsylou (she/her)
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I found this thread (or another similar one) online and all the women wanted to go for a run at night etc and the men wanted to jack off

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    ZuriLovesYou
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let's see, shall we? Go for a walk without my pepper spray. Have an abortion.

    Sophia Li
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    just relax in a park, not wearing a bra

    Nina
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Have a drink at the pub with a book alone.

    Nikole
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awww I love you, ladies!! All (well, most) of these responses hit me right in the heart.

    Anywhere but Here
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would do absolutely f**k all. Because men seem to be the only ones who think it’s a problem when I take time for myself

    Niki A
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Walk all over the place at night!!!!

    Zoe's Mom
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've always wanted to walk both my dogs at night but hey, U.S. and no way will I do that. Sad really. I'd love to take a swim at night.

    Momochild
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i will take a walk at night.

    Almost sunny
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Go for a walk at night on the beach.

    Barbara Cochrane
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Clean out my house from all the " important" c**p I can't throw out.

    Cat_Whisperer
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Make a few changes with the laws and have them put to a vote (with just the women voting)…little things like women’s (gay and trans) rights, planned parenthood, reallocating funds from military research/corporate bailouts/etc to the education system (especially in low-income areas)….and get rid of the electoral college for christsake. Though, if the men are being held in their own alternate world without women, it would take them only a couple of hours, at most, to start blaming each other and start another world war over literally anything and everything they can come up with. At least one country will launch their nukes (with several others to follow in retaliation). At the end of the 24hours, I’d be surprised if more than 25% of the male population survives…certainly not enough to undo all of the hard work done while they were gone, but enough for us the ask them what the fu€k happened.

    Bettye McKee
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a recent widow, I could make a list.

    Je L
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Go to the gym or go for a jog at any other time than early morning

    Margot Andrew
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Somehow get something done to help women thet would stick even when the men got back .

    Rosemary
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Reuben, Rueben, I've been thinking what a grand world it would be If the men were all transported far beyond the northern sea"

    SkekVi
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where do the people who don't neatly fall into those two categories end up?

    Aroace tiger (she/they/he)
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yea defo walk at night but even then id rather nobody be in the world cause i wanna be completely alone and not paranoid at all

    Kimmy K Williams
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I could finally fart without asking him to move

    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hmm you need to work on this, no need to ask anyone to move, fart away to your hearts content.

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    Janine Hunt-Jackson
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Leave my house more often. And maybe get more healthcare.

    Amanda Trent
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Take over the government and rewrite all the laws. I'll have every single woman on the job so we can get more done in 24hrs than the men have gotten done in the past 250yrs. Of course, all countries would benefit greatly from this.

    The.Butterfly.Effect.530
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not put my fake smile so I don't have to interact w random men.

    MR
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Walk in the park. Walk around a city or the woods at night, actually almost anywhere at night! Sleep peacefully without worrying about a break-in/rape.

    Michael None
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Men imagine what you would do if every woman disappeared. What would you do? I'll start.

    Mandy Delaforce (PC Girl)
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    omg. There wouldn't be enough hours! Walk down an alley at night, go to a night club and leave my drink on the table while I danced, do what *I* want to do for the day, not put a bra on all day, wear a short skirt and not worry about the wind! The list is endless.

    ethan kraner
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    all the men would probably just start one massive barbeque wherever the hell they got sent

    Pete
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why does your dog have a bra?

    Kristal
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wouldn't do anything different, I often forget I'm female. I joke that's probably how I'll end up deceased one day.

    Lee Henderson
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This OP has never heard of female criminals or will they change once the men are gone?

    Mia D
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    According to the FBI, men were arrested for 78.9% of violent crimes in 2019. In addition, men were arrested for 88% of murders and nonnegligent manslaughter, and 90% of violent physical assaults. The U.S. Department of Justice also found in 2007 that 75.6% of all offenders were male.

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    geezeronthehill
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who's going to walk my dog? Or can I take him with me?

    Gozer LeGozerian
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The. Dog. Stays. We will love him and give him treatos and tell you he said hi.

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    Lotekguy
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If we can watch unlimited sports and porn while scarfing down junk food and washing that down with our beverages of choice, most of us will go willingly, and even give you a day or two of additional freedom from our presence.

    Mike m
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And if the reverse was true men could have a nice quiet football Sunday.

    Chilli
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    haha, beecoz women nag, man sportz. so funni

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    Lexekon
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Equality is about seeking fairness, not balancing perceived scores or blaming an ethnicity or gender for actions attributed to a fraction of their group. This hypothetical is harmful to everyone, as it implies a want to remove an entire group without regard. Next time, (for example), try selecting criminals, or people who would hurt others.

    Event horizon
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You really just don't understand, do you? Because you refuse to take us at our word when we tell you we have more justified fear in our lives when men are around. Your refusal to listen proves the point.

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    Carole Manning
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    1 year ago

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    Men are awesome and should be celebrated. I NEVER see men making catty posts like this about women. smh

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    1 year ago

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    I would have lost my father, brother, husband and 2 sons so probably cry!! Radiculous.

    Lisia Smith
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, you see that they are returned unharmed, right? You can't be without them for 24 hours? I worry for you.

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    Chris Keller
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    1 year ago

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    Mustu@bate, I'd imagine.

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    As paradoxical as it may seem, I believe every men would want to be IN THAT EXACT SCENARIO due to the fact that, for him, he would be the only man in a world with only women. Hence, you are back to reality. Call that "patriarchy-odox"

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    1 year ago

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    I'd be bereft that some of my closest friends and colleagues weren't around and would loath being with so many boring, mindless women. I am a woman.

    Little Wonder
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let me guess, you're "Not like other girls".

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    Adrian
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    1 year ago

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    Hey y'all, here's a long list of female serial killers, just in the US: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:American_female_serial_killers

    Little Wonder
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Men like you are the reason we can't ever talk about this stuff, because you have to derail the conversation. Yes, women can and do kill. Statistically it is much MUCH less likely to be killed by a woman.

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    Justin Rogers
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    No electricity, no plumbing, no traffic lights, no internet, no building working. No flights. No restaurants. Running/walking around would be about it. Maybe reading a book by candle

    Christine Brand
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They removed men, not utilities. Any maintenance will be done by the millions of female workers.

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    #14

    Happens Every Night

    Happens Every Night

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    Jack Burton
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have started to cheat my brain and it works. When i go to bed i say to myself i'm gonna read at least 50 pages of this book or i will watch this entire movie, i don't care i'm not gonna sleep early. And how surprise i fall asleep. Same for the morning, if i'm motivated to sleep more and add minutes to my alarm i usually feel pretty woke up. Reverse psychology on myself helps me and that's so weird.

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    #15

    Yes!!!

    Yes!!!

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    Another potential downside is the possibility of hurting others. “That is, humor that is inappropriate or at the expense of others can be hurtful and harmful,” explains Toof. “People would be wise to their best judgment about what's appropriate or hurtful when making jokes in front of other people during hard times.”

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    #medicare4all

    #medicare4all

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    #17

    Ha Ha Ha Ha Sports

    Ha Ha Ha Ha Sports

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    Michael None
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait til this person finds out how much the failing US high school system spends on team sports.

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    #18

    If And Only If You Have A Job In The First Place

    If And Only If You Have A Job In The First Place

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    axle f
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... it's almost like capitalism is a private game for a handful of folks to really stick it to the tremendous majority of decent folks...

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    Interestingly, many comedians use humor to cope and hide their struggles behind comedy. Like Robin Williams, who prematurely passed away at 63, or like Ellen DeGeneres, Sarah Silverman, Richard Pryor, and Woody Allen, who spoke or joked about depression and lack of self-worth that followed them in the past or even present.

    #19

    Us History Is Full Of Darkness

    Us History Is Full Of Darkness

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    axle f
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... we've always lied to ourselves, we looooove our own particular brand of booolshit in the USA

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    #20

    Thought This Would Be A Good Reminder For The Super Bowl Coming Up

    Thought This Would Be A Good Reminder For The Super Bowl Coming Up

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    Carson Scott
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay here's my view, take it or leave it. I don't care what y'all say about it. I think that Marijuana should be used medically, like for instance fixing seizures or other medical problems. My problem is with recreational marijuana use, both of my biological parents used marijuana when I was a child and needless to say they weren't present at all. They also used heroin but the Marijuana contributed a bunch. So in short, medicinal use is good and should be promoted, but recreational use is destructive

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    #21

    We Are All Capitalist In Us, Reason We Pee On Corporate Time

    We Are All Capitalist In Us, Reason We Pee On Corporate Time

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    Amy E
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Implode faster!! Wonder how we could all help hasten capitalisms end? K!ll it before it k!lls us.

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    One of the earliest psychological studies of comedians, carried out in 1975 by Samuel Janus, found that 80% of them reached out to mental health professionals at some point in their lives. He included a comment in the article saying, “They repeatedly expressed the fear that if they were successful in analysis, to the point where their suffering was greatly relieved, they would then cease to be funny.”

    #22

    He's Not Even

    He's Not Even

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    axle f
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...kind of an a*****e system, ain't it?

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    #23

    That's Why It's Called The American "Dream"

    That's Why It's Called The American "Dream"

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    axle f
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...because some billionaires bought the right folks votes. pretty simple.

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    #24

    Oh No!

    Oh No!

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    Verena
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If he dealt them out to students, then this is a little offence

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    One thing is clear: humor is a great aid in helping us cope with hardships, but jokes alone can't eliminate the issues that plague our lives. As the author of Brain World Magazine perfectly put it, “Laughter may be the best medicine, but it isn’t a perfect medicine.”

    #25

    American First vs. Socialism !

    American First vs. Socialism !

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    james stevenson
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I loved how in the movie Day After Tomorrow the whole of america has to flee to mexico. Oh, how the tables have turned

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    #26

    Poor, Billionaires

    Poor, Billionaires

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    axle f
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...well, they *do* hide their taxable incomes overseas. Panama Papers?

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    #27

    What's Next? Society Better Wake Up Before Its Too Late

    What's Next? Society Better Wake Up Before Its Too Late

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    #28

    So Many True Words Here

    So Many True Words Here

    sapphirestar411 Report

    Black Cat
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've actually met some Americans and they really do go around saying 'America is the best country in the world'. Bizarre, it's like they're brainwashed. Other western countries look at America as an example of how not to be.

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    #29

    ‘Murica 🇺🇸 🤦

    ‘Murica 🇺🇸 🤦

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    #30

    Let Em Take My Surplus, I Have Freedom

    Let Em Take My Surplus, I Have Freedom

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    axle f
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...yup. that's our goddamn money...

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    #31

    The Future Of Ai In America

    The Future Of Ai In America

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    Oddball
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pfffffttt WebMD has been doing that for years!

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    #32

    But Us Is A Free Society

    But Us Is A Free Society

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    #33

    Customer Service: Hello, We Are Here To Help You

    Customer Service: Hello, We Are Here To Help You

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    #34

    Found On Fb

    Found On Fb

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    Emma S
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's why Denmark has low reoffending rates. Prisoners who are treated with respect and given the opportunity to get an education, a job and a home upon release are much less likely to go back to a life of crime.

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    #35

    Pain And Suffering

    Pain And Suffering

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    axle f
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...you must be thinking post-first run matinees @ $10...

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    #36

    A Party That Has Drifted Off The Political Spectrum

    A Party That Has Drifted Off The Political Spectrum

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    Krystal Quigley
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't tread on me, unless I am a woman and pregnant.

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    #37

    People In Us Need Critical Thinking More Than USD

    People In Us Need Critical Thinking More Than USD

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    #38

    Let's Be Honest... Companies Don't Care

    Let's Be Honest... Companies Don't Care

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    axle f
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... That's not an acceptable excuse, unless you have a doctor's note. Drrrr.

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    #39

    Deer Interview

    Deer Interview

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    Ash
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Deer hunting was extremely popular where I grew up. Of course, deer were also EXTREMELY PLENTIFUL where I grew up. A deer hit my mom's car once. Yes, you read that correctly.

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    #40

    Very Rare Photos Of The Us Army Seizing The Weapons Of Mass Destruction Of Iraq

    Very Rare Photos Of The Us Army Seizing The Weapons Of Mass Destruction Of Iraq

    Pleasant-Force Report

    Tee Pussi
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's like there was an ulterior motive to the whole war but I just can't imagine what it could be.

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    #41

    "Well That Was Antifa"

    "Well That Was Antifa"

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    james stevenson
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The flag on the bottom left is of a country that doesn't exist

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    #42

    Free If You’re Under A Specified Income

    Free If You’re Under A Specified Income

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    Verena
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, in the Netherlands you know how much you ow them and you receive a pre-filled tax form with all positive and negative factors. You are obliged to check it and add everything omitting, then send it back.

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    #43

    Us Can See Everything, Except A Revolution

    Us Can See Everything, Except A Revolution

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    lwolf1952
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey, Lee, If it wasn't for Medicare Senator Rick Scott wouldn't have had anything to steal from.

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    #44

    She Forgor 💀

    She Forgor 💀

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    #46

    Not Sure If It's Funny Or Sad That Trump's Nfts Sold Out In Just A Day

    Not Sure If It's Funny Or Sad That Trump's Nfts Sold Out In Just A Day

    IAmAccutane Report

    Tee Pussi
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And now they're donating because he was pronounced guilty in court. These people have too much money.

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    #47

    I Was Trying To Prepare Your Schedule

    I Was Trying To Prepare Your Schedule

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    Samantha
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel that the Queen (who was a very good one) should have abdicated and let Charles rule a bit longer.

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    #48

    I Thought I Was Special

    I Thought I Was Special

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    M S
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why not? They are all handsome and looking alike as far I can tell.

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    #49

    I Know. I Just Need To Work Harder!

    I Know. I Just Need To Work Harder!

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    Johnny McFearless
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My poor great-grandma lived through the balkan wars of both 1910s and 1990s, ww1, ww2, fascism, communism, the cold War, and an occasional famine. I have it surprisingly easy with only one war.

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    #51

    I Quit Eating Avocado Toast And Still Can't Afford It!

    I Quit Eating Avocado Toast And Still Can't Afford It!

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    #52

    Save The Children!!!

    Save The Children!!!

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    Mimi La Souris
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    perfect photo, i hate that show, I looked only once, they’re real thieves

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    #53

    Long Showers Have Meaning

    Long Showers Have Meaning

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    Jill Rhodry
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No. Single people take longer, hotter showers or baths because they can use all the hot water is just for them.

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    #54

    My Brain Turned 35 On My 19th Birthday

    My Brain Turned 35 On My 19th Birthday

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    OmMi
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In my early 20s and Can't afford to eat more. All others checked.

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    #55

    Hard To Justify Not Doing It

    Hard To Justify Not Doing It

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    axle f
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    significantly more tax dollar welfare goes to corporate America than goes to our social safety net. magnitudes more...

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    #56

    I Would Hate To See Mine 😅

    I Would Hate To See Mine 😅

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    #57

    Omg, Haha

    Omg, Haha

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    Tara Moov
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    BP left out the best part: when Chili's saw her tweet they made her a certificate of employment so she wouldn't be a liar to the kids https://x.com/Chilis/status/1006955626981986309

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    #58

    Bruhh!!

    Bruhh!!

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    Verena
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Doesn't matter. He cooks, he is chef. And stopping getting stoned might him being a brilliant chef (or the contrary).

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    #59

    Sad Indeed

    Sad Indeed

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    axle f
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... wait'll you catch up on the PFAS nightmare, you .

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    #60

    Genius Level Intellect

    Genius Level Intellect

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    #61

    Good News For Capitalists, But Not For Workers

    Good News For Capitalists, But Not For Workers

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    Pedantic Panda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can be capitalist country with social care, you don't have to go full soviet.

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    #62

    That Psychopathic Lizard Brain

    That Psychopathic Lizard Brain

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    #63

    Ummm.. Speechless

    Ummm.. Speechless

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    Verena
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For those too lazy to google the facts: She was in jail in Russia, because she had a small vial of totally legal medicinal weed solution in her bag. If I was a mean person, I would suspect some lesbophobic vibe to that post, but I am willing to file this under "telling the correct facts on SM won't achieve enough likes".

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    #64

    Let's Turn The Tables On Them!!!

    Let's Turn The Tables On Them!!!

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    #65

    That Boss Move

    That Boss Move

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    Enuya
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair, except of emergencies you *should* stay off your phone at work. He didn't handle it well and with empathy, but overusing phones (in general and in workplaces) really do cause many distractions and unnecessary drama.

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    #66

    The Fear

    The Fear

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    oktopus
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Meanwhile in Japan, "bukkake ramen" is something you can eat in a normal restaurant - in Japanese the word "bukkake" itself is about as "obscene" as the "cream" in "cream pie".

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    #67

    American Theft

    American Theft

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    #68

    Tax Breaks For The Rich & Budget Cuts For The Rest Of Us

    Tax Breaks For The Rich & Budget Cuts For The Rest Of Us

    MemeNoOffense Report

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    #69

    "It Was A Gun Free Zone". No It Wasn't Stfu

    "It Was A Gun Free Zone". No It Wasn't Stfu

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    ADZ
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you haven't seen it I recommend stand up comedian Jim Jeffries gun control parts 1&2 that are up on youtube. Destroys the gun arguments hilariously but methodically.

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    #70

    What Stage Of Capitalism Is This?

    What Stage Of Capitalism Is This?

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    axle f
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ....well, they had to pay the lawyers *first* of course..

    #71

    The Republikkkan Way

    The Republikkkan Way

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    #72

    But Bernie Is A Millionaire And There Is No Difference Between A Millionaire And Billionaire

    But Bernie Is A Millionaire And There Is No Difference Between A Millionaire And Billionaire

    Devils_negotiator Report

    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But he pays his taxes, doesn't complain and would continue to pay if his taxes increased

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    #73

    I Am The Main Breadwinner In My Landlord's Family

    I Am The Main Breadwinner In My Landlord's Family

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    #74

    Really Surprised How This Didn't Become A Big News!

    Really Surprised How This Didn't Become A Big News!

    JCogn Report

    Verena
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And they didn't stop looking for it and found it!

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    #75

    Masks Are Traumatic

    Masks Are Traumatic

    LiveWithinYourMemes Report

    WindySwede
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They should be on a list? (Left, second row).

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    #76

    Plan Accordingly

    Plan Accordingly

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    ADZ
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My jaw nearly dropped at seeing the stats of how many hours Americans work and spend in traffic. And still get paid significantly less than those of us elsewhere. Why haven't you guys gone full French revolution?

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    #77

    Kinda Genius

    Kinda Genius

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    #78

    Ahh Everyday

    Ahh Everyday

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    axle f
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...nahhhh. he'd be aggressively wiping her face off, glaring...not just standing there..

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    #79

    Yet Have Freedom… To Die!

    Yet Have Freedom… To Die!

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    #80

    Better Luck Next Time

    Better Luck Next Time

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    axle f
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...you might wanna check with yr political masters, see if that's gonna fit in their agenda..

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    #81

    Poor? Have You Tried Starving?

    Poor? Have You Tried Starving?

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    M S
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Skip lunch and dinner, too to save even more.

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    #82

    Who Said It’s Made Up?

    Who Said It’s Made Up?

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    #83

    Dont Listen To The Addict

    Dont Listen To The Addict

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    joe Shmoe
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Really surprised this is at the bottom.