Happy July 4th America. Remember, It's ALL the people of a country that determine its greatness. Let's have some fun today...

I am granting you three wishes.. You get to free yourself of one player, one team and one rule today... What do you choose?

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Happy July 4th America. Remember, It's ALL the people of a country that determine its greatness. Let's have some fun today...

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I am granting you three wishes.. You get to free yourself of one player, one team and one rule today... What do you choose?

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