How "MAGA" Stole my Dad - Distant Sirens

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Hey guys, I got into how the "Make America Great Again" movement stole my dad's individualism and made him incredibly susceptible to idiotic ideas. I'm sure there are those listening who have a very similar story to mine, it seems to be a dad/uncle/grandpa kinda thing. [email protected] if you got something to say, say it there

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Hey guys, I got into how the "Make America Great Again" movement stole my dad's individualism and made him incredibly susceptible to idiotic ideas. I'm sure there are those listening who have a very similar story to mine, it seems to be a...

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