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# Helen Brinsmead That I recognize the existence of mafia doesn't mean...

*January 6, 2025 — Comment Archer T. Ships replied to his own comment.*

Helen Brinsmead That I recognize the existence of mafia doesn't mean that I don't believe in kindness.   I think humans can be incredibly kind and generous.  But I believe kindness only exists in the context of voluntary choice--if you can't say no, you're being extorted, not kind.