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5. Doesn't this happen almost every time? Someone pronounces a "truth" and it is rapidly (or slowly) disproven.

Tue Jun 30, 2026, 01:09 PM

21 hrs ago

Almost always it is a man, as you cite. Frequently the "man" with the "truth" is in politics and is trying to force the path.

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It was only last week, I made the connection Junipercity 22 hrs ago #1

Thank you for that trip back in time. erronis 21 hrs ago #3

Altamira exposed a lot of arrogance among 'modern' men in academia Attilatheblond 22 hrs ago #2

Lascaux in France was one of the highlights of my travels Danascot 19 hrs ago #7

Thank you. I'd love to visit that museum. erronis 19 hrs ago #9

The cave drawings are absolutely beautiful and so wonderful to see. Srkdqltr 18 hrs ago #10