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Think before you speak

They are everywhere these days. Apologies. And they do not cut it. The damage is already done.

Let’s stop the apology parade by not doing or saying things that will require an apology. Don’t be mean, hateful or vengeful. And don’t lie.

Tom Morton, Clovis

This story was originally published June 10, 2017 at 4:14 PM with the headline "Think before you speak."

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