I got this in my email:
On 31 December 2011 04:04, wrote:
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Dear The BigotBasher, |
Congratulations! An anonymous benefactor has purchased you a lifetime gift subscription to Daily Kos. |
To: The BigotBasher |
From: An anonymous benefactor |
Message from An anonymous benefactor: |
Your Bigot Bashing is duly noted! Happy New Year!! |
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