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Internet detectives are never asleep and will continue to expose people sharing what they thought applied to others, yet in reality, unknowingly described themselves. Whether the subject matter touches on politics, human rights, or any topic in between, these posts haven’t gone unnoticed and were shared on the subreddit r/SelfAwarewolves.

Today, we have collected examples of people confidently sharing their thoughts, only to be humbled by the users in this online community. Or worse, stay ignorant of their mistakes. Either way, let us know your opinions on these claims and which ones made your eyes roll the most.

To learn more about self-awareness, Bored Panda reached out to Dr. Kinga Mnich, a social psychologist, who kindly answered our questions. Read the full interview below.

#1

So, So Close

So, So Close

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Full of Giggles
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1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sir, the reason you won’t be allowed on that plane is because you’re carrying an AR-15.

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    #2

    Yep, You Got It!

    Yep, You Got It!

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    #3

    You Had The Chance Dumba*s

    You Had The Chance Dumba*s

    DaFunkJunkie , NoLieWithBTC Report

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

    I think, in every country, taking care of war veterans and their families when they need help should be considered a given. If we’re sending people to the hell that is war, it’s our damn responsibility to take care of the human consequences of that war. I think helping vets should be considered a part of the cost waging war. Shame on politicians -in any country- who use the soldiers when it suits them, and then kick vets to the curb when they’re not ‘useful’ anymore.

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    Nowadays, there are more self-aware people than ever before, making it easier to spot those who are clueless. Dr. Kinga Mnich has shared her thoughts on the significance of self-awareness.

    “Self-awareness is a central concept in social psychology, referring to the ability to recognize and understand one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Self-awareness involves reflecting on one's motivations, beliefs, and values, and being mindful of how one's actions may affect oneself and others. This is especially important in the context of online interactions, where the dynamics of virtual communication are quite different from face-to-face conversations. The lack of self-awareness in online interactions often enables people to bluntly attack others without being aware of the consequences. Sometimes content can be internalized as one's own belief system due to exposure without reflection.”

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    #4

    Gee, Why Hasn’t Anyone Ever Thought Of This?

    Gee, Why Hasn’t Anyone Ever Thought Of This?

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

    If independent research had been done on Planned Parenthood, I don't think all of those people would have been so eager to try and get it shut down. Texas was hit hard and not surprisingly, STI rates are up, teen pregnancies are up, kinda like everything went haywire because a safety net was taken away.

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    #5

    So Close

    So Close

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

    Like how did this person think up to this point? "Why do you choose not to do things with me when I ask you to? Must be a woman thing."

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    #6

    Why Are Only Pastors Being Arrested, And Not Drag Queens? The Op Nearly Got It

    Why Are Only Pastors Being Arrested, And Not Drag Queens? The Op Nearly Got It

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

    some news came since, its not 8 anymore , its 11

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    Now, knowing that we cannot evolve further as people in life without at least a bit of self-awareness, we asked how people can develop and maintain mindfulness. Dr. Kinga Mnich replied: “Self-awareness is about understanding oneself, one’s strengths, weaknesses, and motivations. It involves looking inward to understand better how you can improve yourself and your relationships with others. The easiest way to start becoming self-aware is by taking more breaks before responding to something and asking yourself questions such as: Why am I thinking this? Am I really feeling this? What am I feeling? How is this connected to my values and beliefs?”

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    Also, to learn more about the differences between self-awareness and narcissism, feel free to read Dr. Kinga Mnich’s blog post.

    #7

    So Close Yet So Far

    So Close Yet So Far

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

    Those people change their mind the instant they are in the situation...

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    #8

    Huh, That’s An Odd Coincidence

    Huh, That’s An Odd Coincidence

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

    Pretty soon polio, measles and all the other things that were eradicated or rare will be back in force thanks to anti-vaxxers and their "research".

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    #9

    Seatbelts Are Nothing Like Vaccines

    Seatbelts Are Nothing Like Vaccines

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    It can be funny, sad, or even infuriating to see people so unaware of their actions that they manage to project on other people. Dr. Kinga Mnich sheds light on the causes behind such behavior.

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    “There are several psychological mechanisms and biases that cause people to unconsciously project their own traits or behaviors onto others while remaining unaware of their own actions. One such mechanism is projection bias, where individuals attribute their own thoughts, feelings, or motives to others without realizing it. This happens because people tend to assume that others think and feel the same way they do. Unfortunately, this bias can also lead to intolerance and discrimination because personal thoughts and beliefs are being understood as the only reality and truth.

    Another contributing factor is cognitive dissonance, which occurs when individuals feel uneasy due to holding conflicting beliefs or attitudes. To reduce this discomfort, they may project their own undesirable traits onto others to maintain a sense of consistency in their self-image.”

    #10

    They’ve Finally Come Around Full Circle!

    They’ve Finally Come Around Full Circle!

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    #11

    Almost Like Your Political Side Is Against This Very Idea

    Almost Like Your Political Side Is Against This Very Idea

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

    Not all starving kids starve because their parents are jerks, many starve because so do the parents!

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    #12

    So Close

    So Close

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

    But, in many Red states you can have a kid as young as 10 regardless of the circumstances. Also, if it is after 6 weeks or 1864 when you find out, you are really S.O.L. ( I was referencing the 10 y/o little girl who had to travel out of state for treatment. Then, they want to prosecute the doctor for trying to bring some kindness to that child's life.)

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    And lastly, Dr. Kinga Mnich shared how the phenomenon of being "called out" or "exposed" for lacking self-awareness influences people's behavior or attitudes toward self-reflection: “It can go either way. It can lead to a moment of awakening and desire to learn more about themselves. Or it can increase the subsequent behavior because someone feels shamed and pressured.”

    #13

    Dad Who Fought To Have Lgbtq Books Removed From School Arrested For Child Molestation

    Dad Who Fought To Have Lgbtq Books Removed From School Arrested For Child Molestation

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

    This is not uncommon at all, that the self proclaimed morality police turn out to be the creeps.. 🤢

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    #14

    Inject It Straight Into My F**king Veins

    Inject It Straight Into My F**king Veins

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

    Politicians making decisions about increased aviation safety didn’t receive massive donations/bribes from the airlines, while politicians opposing common sense gun reform (which the majority of Americans support) have received massive donations from the weapons industry, the NRA, Putin’s Russia et c. Like somebody put it, dead kids don’t pay. Priorities, people. 🤢

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    #15

    Cancel Them All!

    Cancel Them All!

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

    hey ! stop pointing out inconsistency in maga people's behavior. Its un-amerikkkan

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    #16

    Lol Yup He Nailed It

    Lol Yup He Nailed It

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    #17

    Conservative Accidentally Works Out Why "Ant-Gun Liberals" Want Gun Control

    Conservative Accidentally Works Out Why "Ant-Gun Liberals" Want Gun Control

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    #18

    A Curriculum Only A Mother Could Love

    A Curriculum Only A Mother Could Love

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

    Homeschooling is such an alien concept. Can ANYONE teach their kids? Does ANYONE control what they're teaching?

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    #19

    Now You're Getting It

    Now You're Getting It

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

    Who would have thought that the Federal Bureau of Investigation of the United States could have federal power to investigate anyone in the United States?

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    #20

    Twitter User Complains About Wife’s Green Card Marriage. Meanwhile At The Border

    Twitter User Complains About Wife’s Green Card Marriage. Meanwhile At The Border

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

    Hypocrite - everything is ok when I can do it, but no others

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    #21

    I Wonder Why

    I Wonder Why

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

    I'm diabetic. My medication costs me exactly zero. But then I'm lucky enough to live in the UK.

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    #22

    Do You Read What You Write Before You Post It?

    Do You Read What You Write Before You Post It?

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

    This is beautiful 😆😆😂😂

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

    They and Them have been singular pronouns since the 13th century. So over 700 years. Longer than "you" has been a singular pronoun. This is not language evolving or shifting meanings.

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

    True, but in the context used by the poster, it's just confusing. So historically it is very context-specific when used in the singular.

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

    Know what? Let language live, breathe, take in new words, shifts of meanings and let it throw out old words, if there's a sound reason to. Just let happen what happens, as language reflects thoughts and concepts, it will, one way or another, do so anyway...

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

    This is kinda unrelated, but this was actually a thing kinda going on in France lol! Il and elle/illes and elles are gendered pronouns (which basically every language has obviously), but no real way to say “they” in a neutral way. Even when talking in plural, vous means you, nous means we, illes/elles means strictly groups. Even then, illes means boys and girl and elles is just girls. So somewhat recently (like a year ago kinda? Don’t entirely know), someone made a neopronoun ‘iel/iels’. The entire purpose was to be a gender neutral alternative to il and elle/illes and elles! Just a neat little thing to know! :)

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

    They did the math correctly, but somehow got the answer wrong.

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

    "I think someone lost THEIR keys i hope i can give it back to THEM" Its that simple

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

    It's all about context. I recently read a news story involving two individuals, one of whom used they/them, and it was really difficult to follow. I needed to keep circling back to figure out if "they" was both people or just the they/them one. I have no problem with preferred pronouns - whatever floats your boat - but in certain contextual scenarios it's confusing.

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

    Um, in an article about two men, with "He said his neighbor dug up a tree in his yard," it's equally confusing.

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    laura lee
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so dumb because they them their had ALWAYS been used when you didn't know the gender of the person or didn't want to draw attention to it, for whatever reason. It's perfectly fine and has been used as a literary device for as long as there has been written or spoken word. We know you're being facetious for effect, but you just look like a moron.

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

    My kid has an unusual name and it's sometimes hard for people to tell if it's a boy or girl name. At least half the time they get it wrong and use the wrong gender pronoun. But the other day the optometrist used "they/them/their" when I was picking up a prescription. First time I can remember that happening. I thought it was great... Respectful way to refer to the kid without misgendering them regardless of whether they are cis or not.

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

    Wut. Is this person making a clever joke disguised as ignorant drivel?

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

    German uses "sie" (they) as a respectful pronoun.

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

    I really hate our language. We really do need a separate singular/multiple for non-gendered/ambiguous. If only for the sake of clarity. Sorry, but while I get they can be used for both, it's predominately (though obviously not exclusively) used for multiples and comes across awkward in singular form. I'm fine with the whole non-binary thing, I just wish we had a better pronoun than they/their/them to use.

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

    For a non native speaker the confusion is real. I have read these texts multiple times to understand how many physical persons are present. Often I just give up. This has nothing to do with disrespect, I really do need to know if I have to care for one physical person or two, or mord.

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

    I'd understand this if it was written by someone who was learning English, but it doesn't seem like it

    Lee
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    1 year ago

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    Non binary seems to be the latest trend for people stuck in their TikTok echo chamber.

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

    I thought I was non-binary for some time and I haven't been on TikTok once.

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    1 year ago

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    I have to agree with the 'they/them pronoun thing. I'm totally for LGBTQ but it's just confusing when someone talks about they/them when only one person is being referred to, and I end up thinking it's two or mote people they are speaking about. There's only one corpus, describe yourself as such.

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

    I believe Finnish only has one word for an *individual* (of *any* gender/sex): (hän), and another word for two of more people (he). That sounds practical!

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    #23

    Christian Homophobe Complaining About "Lgbt Propaganda" Asks How We'd Feel About Christians Pushing Their Religion On Others Unasked

    Christian Homophobe Complaining About "Lgbt Propaganda" Asks How We'd Feel About Christians Pushing Their Religion On Others Unasked

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

    I've never had any LGBT propoganda shoved in my face. Religious propaganda, yes.

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    #24

    “Race Is Not Skin Deep.”

    “Race Is Not Skin Deep.”

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

    I would have thought being English and being from Middle Earth were mutually exclusive

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    #25

    I Don't Know Where To Start With This One

    I Don't Know Where To Start With This One

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    #26

    Yes, We Should

    Yes, We Should

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

    if you're looking for someone to do the job, i'd gladly do it 3:)

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    #27

    I Don't Even Have Words For This Level Of Stupid

    I Don't Even Have Words For This Level Of Stupid

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

    Yes, and they diagnosed you with terminal stupidity.

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    #28

    This Speaks For Itself Really

    This Speaks For Itself Really

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

    As an Australian, I feel that I should apologise to the USA and the internet for Nick Adams. When we laughed at him for getting fired by Murdoch (of all people!), we didn't know he'd flee the country and go poison somewhere else with his idiocy.

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    #29

    You Are So Close

    You Are So Close

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

    In all fairness, you weren't mature enough to be deployed in Fallujah either.

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    #30

    Conservatives React To "Lightyear" Being Banned In Saudi Arabia

    Conservatives React To "Lightyear" Being Banned In Saudi Arabia

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

    Belief that a plural requires an apostrophe...

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    #31

    Why Are People So Mean?

    Why Are People So Mean?

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

    Homeboy you're not "leaning" right you're a neonázi

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    #32

    Anti-Trans Campaigner Is Made To Feel Unwelcomed By Symbols Of Inclusivity

    Anti-Trans Campaigner Is Made To Feel Unwelcomed By Symbols Of Inclusivity

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

    "Unwelcomed, second class citizen, uncomfortable and on edge". Jeeez, I wonder how trans people must have felt during all these years? 🙄

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    #33

    “Everyone Else’s Money Made My Life Possible. I, Of Course, Oppose This For Everyone Else”

    “Everyone Else’s Money Made My Life Possible. I, Of Course, Oppose This For Everyone Else”

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

    So, basically, you've lived off the government your entire life?

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    #34

    The "Facts Don't Care About Your Feelings" Crowd Being On Brand Af

    The "Facts Don't Care About Your Feelings" Crowd Being On Brand Af

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    #35

    Why Aren’t The Gop Leftist?

    Why Aren’t The Gop Leftist?

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

    This is how the modern Republican party works. If they were to campaign honestly based solely on their true policies and agenda, they'd almost never get votes, because their policies are hugely unpopular. They rely on the least educated for votes, cut funding to education to ensure this, and use tactics of "othering" to rouse anger, fear and support.

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    #36

    One Of The Uvalde Officers Via An Interview With People Magazine

    One Of The Uvalde Officers Via An Interview With People Magazine

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

    Well, you had your police training, equipment and opportunity. Only thing missing was courage and the morality to value the lives of a large group of children over your own. Yeah, you were a coward.

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    #37

    Yeah Conservatives Never Censor Anyone They Disagree With, They Aren't Snowflakes!

    Yeah Conservatives Never Censor Anyone They Disagree With, They Aren't Snowflakes!

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    #38

    Well...yeah?

    Well...yeah?

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    #39

    They're The Same Picture

    They're The Same Picture

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

    Some of those that work forces are the same that burn crosses

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    #40

    An All Too Real Metaphor

    An All Too Real Metaphor

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

    Which is worse, the racism or the fascism?

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