15 July 2021 - historical statues

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Intolerance of Continuity

You want to stop the removal of historical statues? You have no hope in the long run; the metabolism of history will operate. In another century, the replacement monuments will violate norms of that time and be removed in turn.

clue:

In some cases, the violation may register as “Ugh, this is intolerably bland.”

give me a clue so sweet and true

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