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He's still got it.
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For two years, leaving regular internet users vulnerable.
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YouTube remains blocked.
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Remember? Homestar Runner?
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Stop it. All of you. You're not fooling anyone.
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Ever read a TV recap?
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'Racism bad. Eat kale.'
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