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Shops close in mass.

Certain ethnic groups are more likely to commit theft than others.

Neighborhood people scream "bloody murder" about racism.

Stereotyping is frowned upon as potentially racist.

Inner-city neighborhoods bear the brunt of societal issues, leading to businesses closing up shop, leaving them blighted with boarded-up buildings.

The scoundrels who created the mess find someone to blame other than themselves.

It's always someone's fault. The concept of rationalization is prevalent, where one projects their problems onto someone else.

The entitlement mentality suggests that people deserve things with little or no effort, and preferential treatment is plentiful for all, except for those trying to make a living in business.

Solutions always come with more free stuff and greater government transfer payments.

Regardless of the public outcry, it's essential to recognize that the consequences of social policies, such as socialism and liberalization, are significant.

Consequences and unintended consequences exist as a principle.

Positive and negative feedback loops exist as a principle.

You've driven me to the point where, if I cannot make a profit, I am out of here as an entrepreneur.

The sign reads, "Since You Thought Everything Was Free, Going Out of Business Is My Option."

The 'free lunch bunch' refers to those who expect benefits without contributing, and the 'parasitical class of people' refers to those who exploit the system for personal gain. These groups often fail to understand or do not care about the consequences of their actions, instead blaming others for their circumstances.

https://www.zerohedge.com/political/retailers-accused-racism-they-flee-black-neighborhoods-milwaukee

The above is a national phenomenon, and few will dare to talk about it for fear of retribution.

The idiom dates to the 14th century. "Let sleeping dogs lie" is a form of avoidance.

The problems in America are magnified for fear of being blamed, persecuted, or prosecuted for racism.

The spiral of degradation, a metaphor for the continuous decline or worsening of societal issues, continues unabated.