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I thought I was on the onion for a second, now I’m just sad

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Female_genital_mutilation

Saudi Arabia cuts off the clits of pre-teen girls as ritual.

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There are days when I understand antipathy towards the UN. Fortunately they’re rare. But boneheaded moved like this don’t make it easy to defend the institution.

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Russia appointed chair of Committee on Alcohol Use and Suicide Reduction

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North Korea appointed to chair of Committee for Nuclear Disarmament.

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United States appointed to chair of Committee on Poverty Reduction and Weight Loss.

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Would be less rediculous than most countries with nuclear weapons since they have a comparatively small stockpile

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Practical jokes 101

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I guess the UN wants Saudi Arabia to learn on the job?

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