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bucolic_frolic

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2. The cultural and economic fallout from this event is immeasurable

Reply to NewHendoLib (Original post)

Thu Jan 8, 2026, 10:34 AM

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People are numb. They will retreat, avoid gatherings, reduce spending. They will seek to strengthen their own situations and safety.

A bridge has been crossed, and my sense at this moment is that it's bigger than anyone realizes right now.

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