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by nobody9999 266 days ago
>Mafia threats work precisely because of perception. The perception of the power is the power. If everyone caves, and can't fight back, the mafia gets stronger.

The US government is constrained by the Constitution. It is legally barred from acting like a mafia.

Don't try to normalize that. While you may think you're safe, Mr. Niemoller would like a word.