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Old 11-17-2010, 12:08 PM   #7 (permalink)
Baraka_Guru
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Originally Posted by Tully Mars View Post
Ok, how?
Harris opposed health care reform and now is complaining about not getting his in time (a mere month), when there are people who don't get any at all.

He's opposed to something and he's a part of the problem. He raises a stink over a fucking month, but after that, everything is a-ok for him and his. Meanwhile, there are thousands of kids whose families can't afford basic care.

This is like those who oppose pollution but continue to pollute. They're supportive of something in principle, and have ideals, but they are actually a part of the problem.

As long as Harris gets his, he won't care about others getting theirs.
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