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Ilsa

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10. I agree. The sentimental perspective is an

Reply to erronis (Reply #9)

Wed Jan 21, 2026, 09:01 PM

Wednesday

antiquated, "romantic" notion post WW2.

The USA elected Felon 45, dumped him, then got complacent about him and re-elected him. There is no reason for the rest of the planet not to think that US voters are are stupid, petty, inconsiderate, or greedy, etc whatever.

Having our old reputation has advantages as far as credit and power are concerned. But if we don't elect leaders with character, intelligence, selflessness, etc, we don't deserve a place on any pedestal.