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20 years. roamer65 Jan 2021 #1
Yes, I can still remember sitting at my desk debating whether I should sign up in 2003. Fla Dem Jan 2021 #4
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Me also. Joined in Nov 2003 after lurking for more than a year. ms liberty Jan 2021 #51
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