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TIL Friday Feb 16th 2024 will be known as the black friday to the GOP

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KOpgJ TIL Roman Emperor Nero used to dress in disguise to rob stores and mug civilians. One night he picked the wrong man, a senator named Montanus, who beat him within an inch of his life. Montanus later realised his error and apologised profusely, however Nero made him commit suicide as recompense.
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