5 November 2021 - Grand Visier

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Donald Trump is in on a Machiavellian secret hidden from us. Somehow, long after his term ended, he still has much of the Republican party cringing under his whip. Those of his adherents who are powerful politicians deliberately choose to live in a social circle

Where the talk, like a warm rapier,
Sidles up to your collarbone
With a glance to the Grand Vizier.

clue:

Extra credit question: Swords are traditionally cold. How did the rapier become warm?

take oh take this clue away

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