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Where’s the hoopla for the 250th anniversary of the USA?

This year is the 250th anniversary of the USA’s independence. I was 16 in 1976, the 200th anniversary, and the bicentenial was a big deal! Red, white, and blue on everything. Patriotic merchandise. Parades. TV specials. Community events. Any thoughts on why it’s barely being mentioned?

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u/Crafty_Original_7349 — 10 days ago
▲ 207 r/AmericaBad+1 crossposts

As a cashier i really dont understand why we have to also entertain the customers

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As someone who came from another country, it's really weird for me that we have to listen to their stories, lame repetetive jokes, ask them about their life

And they get offended if you dont reciprocate their energy. There are some customers who try to be your friends. " Nice to see you today. Take this cookie."

I couldn't care less about them. im almost working full time. Im always exhausted standing for hours on my feet, and i have to also entertain them. i really dont understand this

Edit. This customer, whom I have seen only twice in my life, recently had major surgery. He came in all wounded with stitches on his head and ears. I said hello as usual, and he started pouring his heart out about his surgery. Then, he took off his cap and showed me his blue, purplish wound and stitches. Why?? Why did I need to see that? It took me two days to forget what that wound looked like. I don't like seeing blood, wounds, etc. I don't need this, and I didn't even ask him anything about his surgery.

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u/Common_Chip_5935 — 26 days ago
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Cuteness break with my family of foxes 🦊

This momma fox has either four or five pups and has taken up residence on my property.

Although I am sure my neighbors who have chickens aren’t thrilled, they mostly seem to hunt insects and rodents (mom is playing with a mouse in the video).

I don’t feed them and only watch them via security cameras to prevent them from getting overly familiar with people.

My yard is a bit of a mess but it’s an oasis for wildlife. :)

u/Crafty_Original_7349 — 1 month ago

I received a letter and was told to expect a phone call this past Monday, but nobody called. My information is incorrect and I can’t fix it online. I was told to make an appointment to see someone, but I had to make the appointment online because they don’t accept walk ins. The website will not allow me to make an appointment.

I am facing termination of my benefits May 9 and have left 14 voicemails this week trying to get this fixed.

If I lose my benefits I will take my own life.

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u/Crafty_Original_7349 — 1 month ago