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‘F*ck You!’ Canadian Podcaster Loses It Over Hockey Players Shaking Trump’s Hand Amid Threats to Seize Country as 51st State (www.mediaite.com)
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[–] 5 points 8 months ago* (3 children)

Professional sports are state sponsored to promote patriotism. Sports leagues are made to empower and legitimize people like Trump.

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  • [–] 3 points 8 months ago (1 child)

    As a European, I disagree hard on this. Sports is mostly about community, local clubs and entertainment for the 9-5 worker. To have something that takes away the thoughts of the housing loan, ensurance bills, health, kids, job, etc.

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  • [–] 2 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago)

    Well, I thought the bread circuses side was so obvious it wasn't worth a mention. Docile and irrationally in support of the state is the kind of people sports are made to make.

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