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God rest the war dead ~

since when is death good for us

since when is death good for us….
that’s what war hawks try to convey
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April 4, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Most war hawks I know have never been in combat themselves. Most, anyway... Those who have been know the reality, i.e., that war IS hell. ~ gw
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April 5, 2026 at 10:59 AM
Hi Gershon, I call people like that “armchair warriors.” They want others to fight, but not themselves. Have a lovely Sunday afternoon. Shalom :)
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