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Showerthoughts

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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. The most popular seem to be lighthearted clever little truths, hidden in daily life.

Here are some examples to inspire your own showerthoughts:

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[–] jeena@piefed.jeena.net 28 points 3 days ago (7 children)

I remember going voting with my parents in the 80's in communist Poland. Voting was mandatory, so you would get into trouble if you wouldn't go. It also wasn't private, so you basically had to show what you voted for before putting your ballot into the ballot box. On top of they there was only one party which you could vote for.

[–] Mothra@mander.xyz 16 points 3 days ago (3 children)

So practically a ritual. What's the point of voting if there is only one candidate? Rhetorical question

[–] aski3252@lemmy.world 4 points 3 days ago

There are multiple candidates, but if elections are held in a one party state, they all belong to the same party or a party that is effectively under the dominating party's control.

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