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user-inactivated  ·  3432 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: US folks: What are your thoughts on Independence Day fireworks concerning public use?

They are a pain in the ass. They are destructive by nature. But I have lived in countries where there were fireworks set off every morning for birthdays, businesses, anniversaries, et cetera.

So once a year (and New Year's?) ... twice a year isn't too bad. But they are dangerous. And if you live in a drought stricken area it is fearful.

But this country is largely based on firearms, slave labor, intoxicants, and freedom to "here hold my beer".