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Posted inPolitical Animal, Politics

A Lexicology Lesson

by Kevin Drum December 21, 2006January 9, 2022

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A LEXICOLOGY LESSON….Quote of the day:

The precise definition of “shitbag” is unclear, but Complainant and Respondent agree that it is a derogatory term.

Glad we got that cleared up.

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