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duhneece

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25. I'm always glad when someone steps up...even with longest odds

Reply to Wiz Imp (Reply #10)

Mon Nov 24, 2025, 04:45 PM

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I despise going to the polls on election days and not having a Democratic candidate. I hate giving Republicans that automatic win.
So I cheer this dirt farmer for stepping up.

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