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# William Forbes Yes, evil, stupid, authoritarian policies are often...

*March 8, 2025 — Comment Archer T. Ships replied to William Forbes's comment.*

William Forbes Yes, evil, stupid, authoritarian policies are often popular.  That's why politicians promote them.   Immigration suppression laws, housing suppression laws, tariffs, war on drugs, Iraq/Afghanistan wars, and old people welfare are all very popular.