Macpherson and Platner in the Recycle Bin

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Macpherson and Platner in the Recycle Bin

July 14, 2026

Macpherson and Platner in the Recycle Bin

Does intent really matter
when one publicly claims
to translate a narrative
that never existed?

— zumwalt (July 2026)

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