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Helpful input from a wise "uncle".

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JD Breen
Feb 11, 2025
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Atlanta, GA

February 11, 2025

I have an uncle I admire immensely, but with whom I rarely agree politically. When I discuss those topics in these pages, his replies are often harsh. But they’re never cruel, and he’s always kind enough to use private email so not embarrass his nephew in public comments.

I take his censure seriously. Having lived longer than …

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