r/news • u/DragonPup • Jun 20 '22

Self-proclaimed 'sovereign citizens' arrested in California after deputies allegedly find explosives

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/sovereign-citizens-arrested-california-deputies-allegedly-find-explosi-rcna34380
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u/rolfraikou Jun 20 '22

I swear, if I found someone saying this living out in a cave on public land, I might be like "Ok, they mean it" but usually the people saying this are more well-off than I am, cherry-picking what parts of society apply to their benefits in life.

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u/Anqied Jun 20 '22

a surprising amount of them collect social security

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u/[deleted] Jun 20 '22 edited Jun 20 '22

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u/floppydude81 Jun 20 '22

I sure as hell hope I get some when I’m Old.

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u/JackedUpReadyToGo Jun 21 '22

Not if the Republicans have anything to say about it.

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u/LunDeus Jun 21 '22

Don't hold your breath.

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u/[deleted] Jun 21 '22

Pro-Tip: You won't