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   Ben Werdmuller (ben@werd.social)'s status on Saturday, 04-Jul-2026 23:09:15 JST Ben Werdmuller

   All snark aside, I do love America. The Declaration of Independence - 250 years ago! - was genuinely important. Most places you go, the people are kind, community-minded, and optimistic. One day, eventually, they will have an equitable government that redresses wrongs and provides real support.

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     Ben Werdmuller (ben@werd.social)'s status on Saturday, 04-Jul-2026 23:09:13 JST Ben Werdmuller

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     It's not our current reality, but I'm certain we can get there.

     One day, we'll look back, and the corporatism, the militarism, the racism, and the subjugation will be a thing of the past. In their place will be thriving communities. And, finally, all of this will be great.

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     Ben Werdmuller (ben@werd.social)'s status on Saturday, 04-Jul-2026 23:09:14 JST Ben Werdmuller

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     My entire political worldview is: what if you could maintain the optimism and energy of America but add an inclusive culture of support that gives everyone education, healthcare, a real safety net and a springboard for their lives, in a way that builds communities rather than extracts from them?

     Tim Chambers repeated this.