"I never thought it would happen to me!" Well, there's your problem. Next time, think "would I like it if it happened to me?", and then, if you wouldn't, then don't fucking do it, or advocate for it. If you're lucky enough to get a next time.

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Threats and Cash: How China Meddles in U.S. Local Elections

A Times investigation found that Beijing’s consulate in Manhattan had mobilized community groups to defeat certain candidates.