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I don't understand how the kids are putting up with this crap.
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Agree with you, BCPVP. Those are just social artifacts. Maybe alright in some countries and not in others. What next ban men holding hands like Bush and King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud at camp David? It is simply an accepted cultural thing, a sign of closeness!
Just in case, here is the video link to two innocent men holding hands whilst taking a walk.
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