If you've deconstructed or studied cults, this is cult language. Also hallmarks of cults, exploitation of labor, self-sacrifice of members, high entrance & exit costs, ends justify the means mentality, distinguishable vernacular/language, transcendent mission, charismatic leaders to name a few.

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“.. Lots of talk about the ‘divide’ between sentiment and data, but it doesn't seem hard to understand why people are unhappy when their pay is declining in real terms.” - @bencasselman.bsky.social #ECI

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Perhaps, but Florida Man is part of our cultural lexicon for a good reason.

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if you're cute new bit is "we only use AI for certain things, like things that would be your job" I still hate you, and now I also hate your shitty gimmick press release.

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It would be nice if Angie Nixon also notched a win, since she managed not to be transphobic despite running in a state more hostile to Democrats than Iowa and Michigan combined.

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