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There is no story without a bad guy

You are a summit of forces in opposition

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May 29, 2024
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This microprinciple is inspired by Miss Eleanor Larsson.

If they weren’t there, we would have created them
Maybe, it is true
But I’m resentful all the same
Someone’s got to take the blame

–Ignoreland, R.E.M.

As the fairy tale unfolds you lament: “That evil stepmother, ogre, or congressman is ruining everything!” Then you realize: there is no story without…

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