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I've become particularly
>aware recently of how foolish, incompetent, and just plain stupid people
>are made to look in commercials.  (Is there a media plot afoot?)
>

I've noticed this too.  It seems that programs and commercials think they
have found a niche in making adults (especially parents and the elderly)
look stupid.  It may seem funny on the outside, but it's indicative of a
growing problem with respect of others.  TV has been showing kids that they
don't need to respect their parents, adults, authority, laws, etc.  But I
could go on about this for awhile, so I better quit.

standing on my box of Dial,
Bill

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As always, opinions expressed are my own.
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