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Vol. 15 · No. 130 · Sunday, 1 November 2026

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Point/counterpoint: The range is clear

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The following is a point/counterpoint opinion article written by each side of the range paddle.

The White Side of a Two-Toned Range Paddle — The Range is Clear

The range is clear. I repeat, the range is free from obstruction and cleared hot. This is a first, ladies and gentlemen; in all my time as the white side of a two toned range paddle, I've never seen a range so squared away. Even PV2 Washington has managed to pulled his head out of his ass, gain sentience, and square away his M249. Hooah.

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