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usonian

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Sat Jan 10, 2026, 10:57 PM 22 hrs ago

What is a terrorist? By Henry Gibson.

A terrorist carries deadly weapons with the intent of mayhem.
A terrorist hides his identity.
A terrorist wears garb that belies his intent, for example, cosplay law enforcement.
— Remember the phony cops at the Saint Valentine’s Day massacre?
— They were ice-cold-blooded murderers.
A terrorist drives unmarked vehicles.
A terrorist records his own misdeeds.
A terrorist generally is silent.
A terrorist intentionally defies laws.
A terrorist is part of a secret cadre, hidden from disclosure.
A terrorist kills.



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What is a terrorist? By Henry Gibson. (Original Post) usonian 22 hrs ago OP
A terrorist has absolute immunity... Enter stage left 21 hrs ago #1

Enter stage left

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1. A terrorist has absolute immunity...
Sat Jan 10, 2026, 11:15 PM
21 hrs ago

And according to John Roberts and the subprime* court includes the President!

NOT A MISSPELLING, INTENTIONAL!

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