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Pet peeve: when someone cites a pundit as a fact source. Pundits select from facts for the purpose of supporting a crafted ideology, a set of opinions they synthesize from current events. They are not reliable sources of factual information. Citing them in a philosophical argument is fine, but not one about data.

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Random lady: Tech people love Silicone Valley! They'd never want to leave!

Me: Except when their buses get attacked by activists.

Lady: What? Tech companies don't own buses.

Me: You are too ignorant to continue speaking with. We're done here.

Mood Music 22 - Ponies

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How did the cobbler use sales data to accurately predict the needs of his customers?

He found the line of best feet.

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How to start a fandom fight:

Person: I love this main character!

You: Yes, they're a great supporting cast.