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erronis

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28. Given the tribal nature of many people in that region,

Reply to Wonder Why (Reply #6)

Mon Mar 23, 2026, 09:47 PM

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I don't think you'll find a whole lot of caring for "others" going on. Whether religion, families, nationalities, old grudges, etc.

And witness mbs's murders and imprisonment of even his own family members, personal avarice and power reign.

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