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FrankTC

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3. I Don't Think So

Reply to gopiscrap (Original post)

Mon Apr 21, 2025, 04:00 PM

Apr 2025

We haven't, as a society, forgotten empathy and compassion for the poor, marginalized, and dispossessed. Every time someone tries to do something to help, a cabal of Republicans gets in the way (sometimes including a Democrat or two -- looking at you, Manchin and Sinema). I can't think of anything Republicans have ever done for anyone that doesn't involve giving themselves and their constituents more money or power.

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One of my favorite quotes from Pope Francis: [View all] gopiscrap Apr 2025 OP

my favorite quote NewLarry Apr 2025 #1

Oh, you're right. That is good. liberalla Apr 2025 #2

I Don't Think So FrankTC Apr 2025 #3

Your premise is that the goppers/magats/etc. have always had a negative view of empathy and a positive one for $$$. erronis Apr 2025 #5

Nice quote, and it really speaks to his kindness. FadedMullet Apr 2025 #4