US: reality vs illusion `Jerry, Jerry..` masks a bankrupt nation.


	US: reality vs illusion `Jerry, Jerry..` masks a bankrupt nation.

beanz

8-1-2009 11:49 PM

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Good article - the porn stats are alarming !!

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8-2-2009 12:34 PM

chestnut501

Good Clip beanz, thanks

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