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		timr on July 13, 2021 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Delta Variant It's unfortunately pretty common for people adopt an "opposite of what That Guy said" stance on any particular issue. Obviously, taking a position that is the opposite of an illogical person makes you just as illogical, but it's much easier than thinking.

bamboozled on July 13, 2021 [–]

It also feels nice to be part of the "smart crowd".

Also, let's face it, no one likes to lose karma :)

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