Former FBI Agent Breaks Down Political Body Language | WIRED
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- Former FBI agent and body language expert Joe Navarro breaks down the intentional (and unintentional) non-verbals displayed by politicians. Why do some politicians point with their entire hand? What does it mean when politicians wave to a large crowd? How do Donald Trump and Joe Biden's non-verbals compare to each other?
Check out Joe's book "The Dictionary of Body Language"
www.jnforensics.com/
Books By Joe Navarro: www.jnforensics.com/books
Joe Navarro Body Language Academy: jnbodylanguageacademy.com
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This guy just said politicians are actors. Finally, some truth. 😂
...and there (are) good actors, and bad actors.
We can tell them apart.
(oops, the typo corrector machine ‘fixed my typing ! | * there are |
Old news people just weird during election times
Everyone already knows this.
Nothing new! All on TV and in the public eye. It's all an act.....
Cooking With Callie
And when the cover drops... 😅
"it's theater, It's absolute theater."
... That... That explains everything.
my thoughts exactly!! spot on
And in this case I would not want to pay to see the show...
youtube too right? someone puts a thumbnail with the an expression like they are being hunted by the fbi. the person on camera starts laughing and talking to a person off camera even though the video probably had multiple takes.
It’s not that deep. All that that means is that politicians try to look respectable to get more people to listen to them.
We are watching a movie 🎥 Q
Oh, I thought the space on the debate stage was so they didn't strangle each other...
😂😂😂
" I thought the space on the debate stage was so they didn't strangle each other OR the distance made throwing stuff accurately at the other person difficult "I heard they like to hurl insults" when a rock works better?
Same 😂
When his kids grow up
FBI agent: Hey son do u smoke
Son: No
FBI agent: ur grounded
I can imagine it's like
Dad: "Do you smoke"
Son: "No"
Dad: _just looks at him_
Son: "Okay you got me"
Can you just give him a recurring series on the reading of nonverbals? I'd watch them all a million times.
Yes, yes, yes.
Yes please
I SECOND THIS NOTION.
I'd actually pay for this
Same!
His kids wouldn't have been able to get away with anything.
Or they'd be REALLY good. Lol
Or they would get really good at lying
Sure they would they would study him just like he teaches
Or they know how to get away with everything
😆
Love the whole "it is theatre. It is absolute theatre." Performance, nonverbal. Several of his authored books, cover front and center, facing the camera and perfectly framed. Everything is theatre. Everything is deception.
Glad i am not the only one who saw it😁
"It is absolute theatre." You mean an illusion of greatness only inside his mind as he is full of schit?...yeah, we know that. Tell us something NEW.
It's clever advertising. You can call it sneaky or opportunistic (though he deserves this opportunity by doing this video), but it's not really deceptive
I didn’t even notice lmao😭😭
Politician: I promise to create jobs, if elected.
Body language expert: 😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂if they came to India
N saw indian politicians
They would go crazy
bro that's confidential what are you doing
🙈
🤣
Hilarious
HAHA
Actually its not. Another term for the things that he does is called social engineering. Theres another term called mico expressions and theres info about both of those ALL OVER the internet. Im in cybersecurity so I have learned and know most/all of these tricks plus some all the time. Its good knowledge.
He should be the moderator during presidential debates...
“You just thought of something transphobic because you moved your middle finger as your left cheek tensed up.” LMFAOO
@@preludio423 lol if you can find out someone is transphobic just by seeing a moving finger or a tense cheek, well you might be a legend in the field of physical communications.
Yes, throw them off real good and see how they handle it!
The candidates would be so paranoid
Agreement has happened
His speech is impeccable. Does not say much but the use of words, pauses, and tone draws anyone in. It’s awesome. Learned alot btw, thanks
I'd love to ask him about Autism. One, there have been police involved shootings and autistic people because autistic people engage with their environment differently than neurotypical individuals. Also, because some autistic people can't make eye contact, a police officer may think they are guilty. I'd love to know how the FBI agent and non-verbal expert would suggest we improve interactions between autistic individuals and police. And other than "don't get into situations where the police are needed." Life isn't that easy. A person doesn't stop being autistic the day they turn 18. Of course people shouldn't get themselves in bad situations. But as an autistic person, I care about this type of stuff.
I don't think cops receive that training. Cops are notoriously under trained. That's sad.
@@leesteal4458 that's not true at all!
@@dalton7145 You don't think it's true that they are under trained? The entire U.S. knows this.
@@leesteal4458 under trained in what way?
@@dalton7145 look at all the examples where the cops don’t know the law, or the bill of rights.
There are thousands of examples on RUclips alone.
this is the guy who votes out the impostor before a kill happens
to be fair, orange is acting pretty sus
@@andrewrichens5733 no orange was with me
@@andrewrichens5733 Vote orange, then me. Trust
@@skeerr6571 who asked you?
@@skeerr6571 Im guessing you where always caught as an imposter than XD
I feel bad for his kids man, they couldn’t even lie to him.
LMAO
How many times will this comment be made?
“So, did you take the car out last night?”
My mother has this skill. I eventually gave up on improving my lying skills and just went with my father's example - to always tell the truth!
Or they become extremely good at lying 🤣
I don't know who made that red vase, but I really like it. His entire bookshelf is pretty amazing.
What’s it called when your friend holds a press conference and his hair paint starts sweating down his cheeks
Must have something to do with the "final melting effect". Remember the Wicked Witch ? 😉
It's called something you hope people will forget. That's a hair coloring like mascara. Either get permanent color or let your hair go white.
It's called something you hope people will forget. That's a hair coloring like mascara. Either get permanent color or let your hair go white.
What do you call when an elderly man grabs he head of a child to sniff it?
@@Bambi-xg3kr they call it a creepy joe.
They should have one of these FBI body language experts on site during presidential debates and do live analysis. It would be interesting.
it certainly gives more info than what comes out of these politicians lying mouths
i think FBI agents needs time and practice on them to really understand what they're saying
How about 4 of them? Look up "The Behavior Panel"
@@jurassicthunder they are in the fbi for a reason though
"Thats cap, that CAP, THATS CAP"
off-topic but his bookshelf is amazing wow
I noticed that too! It's my lifelong dream to have enough shelving to put all my books out. I covet his shelves!
@@wordsculpt dude me too!! my current bookshelf is overflowing with books and film cameras😬😬
Me too, impressive.
Yep!! Love it too!
my dream bookshelf:)
Another subliminal suggestion, is where someone sits when being interviewed, is lecturing, or doing a podcast. Such as, behind them could be displayed, their prolific library, awards, trophies, figurines, accreditations, or published works. Has anyone else noticed the same?
Kind of like how only your books are facing the front/camera to potentially boost your sales! 😂 good job!
I see one book facing ....there are more?
I saw two
And this whole time I thought it was just coincidence the author had the same name and interests ;)
Oh, and I saw 3 books outward facing but the 3rd (on another vid) I couldn't see a name on it.
Its taken me 7 minutes to find the 3rd book he authored.
Not to sound off topic but that is a ridiculously awesome book-stand-wall-backdrop!
Really? I think it’s too busy. I couldn’t concentrate on what he was saying because I was looking at his stuff.
It's kinda obvious that he's trying to sell his book as well
I know right......
Even though it’s a little busy, still looks great
I didn't even notice it until I read your comments. I was concentrating more on what he was talking about.
Psychological trick, the only books facing the camera are the ones he wrote. That pulls your attention towards them
Good catch, didn't notice it
It's a pretty cool way to self-advertise, no lie.
I was just gonna comment this
oh my goodness
It’s become very common in recent months with the rise of virtual meetings.
Well explained. I took couple of classes in body and facial language/communication and it is truly fascinating.
Everyone is an actor in life including the body language expert here.
Someone once asked Regan if his acting helped? He remarked that he couldn't imagine anyone holding such an office & not knowing how to act. I'm sure it's true in other countries too. Almost scary.
Which is why I personally could not stand to watch or listen to him. Phony as a three dollar bill IMO. But people loved it. Go figure.
he acted well when ignoring AIDS for years. Im sure he is paying for killing thousands now. #ChristianCountryKillers
He planted crack in poor black neighborhood. Sure he thought it was a movie set
Could I get the quote for a friend please 😊 tried searching it but couldn't find it
You fund their 6 figure salaries and their healthcare, and keep them in office.
Of course they’re going to act.
3 books on the shelf showing full front covers...all by Joe Navarro. Subtle.
Haha, that’s also the first thing I noticed
What is the message or significance of that. Who is Joe Navarro?
@@MsDemonism the guy talking
"What everybody is saying" is a decent book, kinda shameless plugin perhaps...
@@thecubersahil6827 🤣🤣🤣
Shifty has always looked shifty that will never change!!!
am I the only who started analysis his own hand gestures after watching the video for first time? XD hahaha
Wow! Did anyone noticed how LARGE this man's hands look in comparison to his head?
Hmmmm.i wonder what that means..🤔😋
@@jennyanimal9046 I wonder too! 😂
Makes a lot of jesters of his own
@@jennyanimal9046 Big gloves
Well now i do lol
HE LEFT OUT THE MIDDLE FINGER JESTURE, WHICH USUALLY MEANS A HIGH DEGREE OF DISAPPROVAL.
@@Viewer372
THANKS ROBERT, LORD BLESS!!!
Hahahah!
Funny! Good point!
@@cherylschumaker1366
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Trump is kind of an open book when it comes to his emotions. Maybe that's another reason his followers like him.
An open book, but only of the pages he wants you to see.
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@@serious.business what do you neant? Look at the democrats.
@@serious.business He made promises and he kept them. Unlike democrats that say they'll fight for black/trans lives then once they get their vote they turn their backs
Not so much an open book, but someone who doesn’t talk like a politician, he gives the impression he’s more open and honest by speaking in laymen’s terms, I’m not sure he’s either.
4:03 Biden: “Shut up man.”
Dang Biden.
Cool video btw.
Would you just shut up man?
he said shut up because Trump was interupting him during BIDENS answering time :D hope this helps you understand
@@incideria Even Republicans wanted to tell Trump to shut up during that debate (and much of the time, just generally). Biden got to say what the whole country was thinking for 4 years. Haha
@Linus you should stop lying to yourself..
@@truushuus7680 Still trying to "stop the steal"? w1ggawagga1?
I bet he’s exhausted after evaluating an Italian.... lol
@Joseph Stalin 😂
Lmfao
Hilarious
as an Italian, I confirm
btw we don't all move our hands like you see in movies, and it mostly happens in the south
😂😂😂
Waiting for: "Former FBI agent and body language expert Joe Navarro breaks down body language of FBI agent and body language expert"
Former FBI body language expert Joe Navarro breaks down former FBI body language expert Joe Navarro's assessment of former FBI body language expert Joe Navarro.
As you can see here, his gestures are clearly exaggerated and rehearsed. This is a man with extensive media training.
Lots of G men will be testifying this year. So, If he's up for it you may not have to wait long.
I immediately thought, he's doing the interlacing of fingers... he's not confident in what he's saying... but i'm not the expert... he is... and he said it.. lol
@@DanielHatchman He does wave his hands around an awful lot.
Thanks for the update
Does this body language expert realize he is constantly talking with his hands?
I have family members that talk alot with thier hands. You gotta watch out for them when they get excited, lol. Like keep a distance watch out! 🤣
So true....
It’s called demonstrating.
“Elbow flop” is now an official term.
*poking my eye looking for the calm down nerve*
Thanks! 😂
I can’t see, have poked my eye twenty thousand times since November!🤕😷🇨🇦
Lol
*goes blind*
Lol
Did anyone else notice that all of his books are faced forward, while any that aren't his are stacked or sideways? I just that it's neat
Joe I see you have 3 books on the market. I also noticed you are talking sometimes but not looking at the camera. All in all this is very informative. thanks for posting.
It’s so interesting how you don’t consciously think “he’s pursing his lips, therefore he is unhappy.” Your brain just makes that leap for you and in a split second you get a pretty good idea of how someone’s feeling or reacting. Great video!
As someone with social anxiety, I notice that I often purse my lips after I've spoken because I fear people's reactions to whatever I said. Especially when I feel I didn't do a good job of speaking... Probably pursed lips could indicate multiple things?
Our words alone are often not good enough for truly fast communication between us. Nonverbals supplement the inadequacies of verbal communication.
You spoke volumes when you said, they are actors. I tend to judge them on what they do after they say they are gonna do something. I’ve never judged politicians on their gestures.
The only way I judge a politician is by their past actions.
These gestures don't necessarily mean honesty or dishonesty - just comfortability. You may be uncomfortable with a question, but still give an honest answer, and vice versa...
Talking about non-verbal, anyone noticed how you unconsciously see his name (Joe Navarro) throughout the video? (Because of the books behind him) He definitely knows what he's doing. Clever.
Good eye
You’ll see that a ton in people’s Zoom background. It’s 100% intentional.
That very common in zoom background interviews, that's smart advertising.
That explains why I had the desire to buy some Joe Navarro books all of a sudden.
Yeah, it's a pretty basic move. Check out any speaker on any news show. They always are pushing a product, whether it's their own book or the works of others. It's a widespread practice, has been for a long time.
Imagine being in a relationship with him and you’re not good at communicating
I mean even then a lot of communication is subconscious and almost even innate
right as i clicked to comment on this comment someone liked.
@Mutated Pearl Agreed! He's got that something😎
"People tend to have preferences for leaders with more powerful physical attributes"
Ireland:
Canada
New Zealand
Man,I'm just evaluating him when he's giving evaluation...I got tired watching him
I was searching through the comments to see if I was the only one doing this too! He moves his hands and arms SO MUCH 😳
That American Flag pin got popular after 9/11
@Victoria Hunt don't forget the Israelis
Notice, how he's throwing his hands around, as he speaks- (about people, throwing their hands around).
Lol
Yeah, I was on that like right away. Is he mocking us? LOL... no one, I mean NO ONE I know flails his arms around like Scotty Kilmer the car expert. His arms are moving the entire time he's talking! He's pretty funny and very knowledgeable about cars. Check him out: ruclips.net/user/scottykilmer
@@coryavila01 nice reference! Definitely second that recommendation to check out Scotty
Is he Jewish ?
he is clearly expressing his confidence on the topic
love these theories with this guy thank you xx
i’ve watched a number of these people talk now about gestures and expressions. this guy is the only one i really believe knows what is talking about. he’s also very calming to listen to.
(there was one story he told that while questioning a woman, she was very nervous and couldn’t sit still. so he asked her, “is there anything you want to tell me?” figuring it was important. she said, yes, i’m worried that i’ll. get a ticket cause i didn’t have enough change to put in the meter.”. :). absolutely nothing to do with the case at all! - this is very important knowledge, cause without it, her actions were very suspicious!! this man knows what he’s doing!!)
One important thing is that non verbal communication is a lot dependent on cultural aspects. One example for a book called something like "Gestures for a Globalized World" is what happened to Edward Deming in his first class of statistical analysis of product quality in Japan: Deming taught in school sports courts and in his first class he had a hard time because the Japanese would lean back and slightly close their eyes - in the west, a posture that communicates lack of interest. Later he found out that, in Japan, that gesture means strong interest and focus. So, not all gestures have universal meaning.
Gov. Dukakis did a sweet thing out of kindness. I told him that my dad who had played tennis with him once, was in the hospital and it would be a shot in the arm for him if the Gov would visit him. He did.
Nice guy, truly
this is interesting. Thanks for the information. What is the next?
This was a surprisingly unbiased video.
He is obviously for Biden, he only highlights good things about Biden and negative about Trump. And he never brings up Biden sniffing kids that is weird.
@@elizabetha8565 everything about literally any candidate was weird. Biden and Trump are both most definitely pervs though
Hence, its weakness. Way too general. Nothing new here.
How to tell if a politician is being misleading and deceitful = Lips are moving.
How to tell if a cop is corrupt: Call a police station..... it doesn’t matter who picks up
@@Justin-sx6se not true.
ruclips.net/video/p-hvufmt4DE/видео.html
My new song about politicians. The outro lyrics say " I could never trust a politician if their lips are moving, their lying "
@@jegelsker975 lol it was just a joke I stole when I heard it somewhere, I support the police.
So true
"All the world is a stage." This is so very fascinating. So much is expressed in a non-verbal manner!
Yeah, it’s a basic concept in sociology. It’s called dramaturgy. I’d recommend taking sociology 101 if you never did in college.
I believe shakespeare said that.
Neil Peart
@@OnionChoppingNinjayep.
"All the world’s a stage,
And all the men and women merely players." (As You Like It, Shakespeare)
@adamjensen2304 and in international relations, especially diplomacy. Mediation on global systems- economy, conflict of interests...
So, is there any way we can watch you livestream your observations during political debates or presentations??
I find this fascinating,thank you😁
"These actors"
Well said
Question - what is Boris Johnson's hair trying to say? 😂
Its says, can you buy me comb...lol
Would have loved to have had this class in Psychology class years ago, would have refocused my major and federal career choice.
Can’t wait til someone decides to wear two American flag pins on their lapel. That’s just going to open the flood gates.
The whole lapel pin think started after 9/11
Wrapped in a huge flag, with a little suit badge where the lapel would be
@@Saphire4me Yep I remember talk radio being all up in arms about how unpatriotic people who didn't wear flag lapels were, and everyone was basically bullied into wearing them all the time to the point that it's almost weird when they don't now.
@@Saphire4me yes. and i stopped wearing mine when w bombed iraq.
Bush junior wore 3 in one appearance
Anyone else playing "spot the books authored by the host"?
No comments and 160 likes? Weird...
Yes, haha! I counted four, which randomly appeared to be pointing directly at us, taking up absurdly much space in the shelf. How interesting.
See my comment -- Find the cat on his shelves.
I did my college capstone on this: analyzing how body language in televised political debates persuades the audience.
just asking, is there a course to study about the body language ? if yes kindly drop the link or where i can study this
I wish a candidate would come out in a fire engine red suit and a blue tie.
Same. That or neon green
Absolute power move.
No! Plaid! Bring back the 70s baby!
Don’t worry mom I missed school but I still learned something today.
This is so eye opening!
I think what people say and what they don't say is very important. Thank you Joe for the time you have invested to help others learn non verbal body language. God Bless!
🤢🤮
Me: Omg he just pointed and waved at me
President: Did you get that shot of me pointing and waving..
ruclips.net/video/NFMPvFmuZuI/видео.html
If you tied his hands, he couldn’t talk
Tie pelousy's hands and all she would be able to do is mumble.
Phil Torres *Pelosi
I couldn’t either lol
In Germany we actually have a joke about Italians that goes like that:
- How do you call an Italian without hands and arms?
- ...
- Mute
He’s just slip out of the ties because the dude has small baby hands
Alternate title:
Body language expert watches two old men yelling
"We don't use body language to tell if they're telling the truth" I mean duh. They're always lying. It's their job.
Navarro is awesome. He's analyzed other types before, not just politics.
What I'd really like to see is one of these focused on preachers, religious apologists, and also the other side - the debunkers
And his body language is saying, look I'm not endorsing anybody. That inner dialogue like ,careful careful don't wanna upset anyone.
I'm gonna die laughing at ur comment
So, maybe this is even good.
so very interesting! great video!
Great info - thanks Mr. Navarro!
"I am a non verbal communications expert"
JOE: SHUT UP MAN
Biden is so bad
@@pnwfisher2144 cry about it
@@danielweeks4886 why don’t you?
@@pnwfisher2144 I have no need to. My candidate won
@@danielweeks4886 you you know the thing ....
I would've hated being his kid trying to sneak back in the house at 3am & he's waiting up. 😅
"Honey, I know you're lying. Let's try that again."
I tend to find when they are asleep they are asleep like any normal parent😂
😂😂😂😂
Then don't sneak out and learn to be truthful. Problem solved. Probably many problems solved.
@@ja1235 I *wish* my dad was like that. He was ALWAYS waiting up for my brother. I was too scared to even attempt sneaking out, bc of watching my brother get grilled every time. 😅
@@epolo0128 haha dang I’m sorry!
I have wanted to know this for years. Thank you.
Book display is a very good idea , We learned your name . Thanks for the tips
Ya know, it's funny.
We can see him interlacing his fingers multiple times...Is he lying about lying?
Ya, there's something misleading about this fella. 🤔
hes aware of his body language, I hope he is anyway. if so he's probably just trying to throw us off 😂
He said multiple times you can’t instantly detect deception and that there are no “Pinocchio” tells. Your joke didn’t land.
Not all gestures mean the same thing
I often interlace my fingers when I'm working really hard to convey a set of ideas.
Dad sees through our body language, Mom sees through our hearts.
@@one1love5 good joke boomer
Unless your parents are both abusive.
The best. Great insights
while he was saying many words, he also trasmitter many body languages 😂😂
He’s not saying anything we don’t know. If you ever have a speech you rehearse just like acting. A speech is a monologue
Ya very general. Not really saying anything in the vid. What's the purpose of such a useless video by an FBI guy? Lol
@Markus Patients dude...
@Markus Patients fuckin seriously dude?
What's the gesture for someone that thinks they know everything?
@@BUSTRCHERRI a smartass?
I like that he didn't go into what was being said, just what they typically do and don't do. Here's something you can use to make up your own mind (though you've probably already done so).
He's probably the sort of person who had seen and worked with many different administrations and knows there are pros and cons to both parties.
That person with the “laced” hands is showing anxiety…. They’ve literally nearly consumed their fingernails.
Very interesting. Thank you
As a non American viewer, it's lovely being able to watch some non-political content.
how is this non political???? its literally about the us elections?
@@joanne0 Because its not about the actual issues or political stance of anything, its just scientifically breaking down the nuance of non verbal communication in politics. The main topic here isn't the politics itself.
As an American viewer, it’s lovely being able to watch some non-political content.
@@joanne0 I think Andres is being sarcastic here
@@kram_lina he's definitely not
To be fair, politicians performing rituals is as old as time.
You do know how old time is right?
@@WarriorsFanSince-ur3zu It's when politicians were invented, apparently. (to be fair)
Also, politicians are sociopaths, and don't act like healthy social humans.
His bookcase is a product placement prop for this video.
Great video!
This guy has some interesting body language himself. Why is he sitting like that?
🤣🤣🤣 he’s comfortable.
He’s got a big..... 🤣🤣🤣 Look at the size of his hands 🤣
Manspreading while mansplaining. (j/k, I'm sure he is simply comfortable while possibly conferring dominance.)
Airing out
@@eriknelson9490
Deez Nutz
Bought this guys book in middle school, one of the best decisions I’ve ever made!
What’s it called?
@@a.k7889 What Every Body is Saying
you talked about the eye brushing, and i had an itch at the same time and only now became uncomfortable because someone like you would think i was uncomfortable about something!
"People who know us well respond to them."
Very often, people who know us well can respond to the feeling behind our expressions and postures more accurately than we can.
Who can't unsee what this guy is talking about? 🙋
🖐
I never look at people long enough so I know nothing about body language, but I was always listening. Through listening I learned to figure out what a person is feeling through the slight tone of their voice. I can't explain what they're feeling I just feel that feeling after hearing the tone in their voice. It's really upsetting when you've been listening and not talking and you gain this ability. You eventually find out that your friends don't actually care about you. They just need and want you to listen to them when no one else will. It's a constant torture when you hear the way people talk about other people. It's all been heart breaking. I have no hope in people's ability to care. It's because they did not care that people got so bad after all. Any longer I might go mad if I am not already.
Masquerade Heart >>>>>. Trump cares a lot about the future of Americans.... not in this chaos for the money or salary, which he donates. Patriots care about the future of our country. WHO OR WHAT DO YOU CARE ABOUT?
If you are truly busy caring about others (not just listening to sob stories- actually physically helping others cope with a dire problem, or helping a slow student to get good grades by tutoring him) you wouldn’t even notice that others don’t truly appreciate your fine qualities and/or achievements, etc. Stay busy, bc the Lord commands us to be our ‘brother’s keeper’, and then HE WILL BE THE ONE TO SEE YOU THRU YOUR HARD TIMES WHEN THE SUPPOSED FRIENDS HAVE TAKEN A POWDER AND FLOWN THE COOP. Been there, felt that, and while the thought can be depressing, I would much rather be the person doling out helps, than the person asking for an audience or a handout. This year my ‘best friend forever’ BFF, let me know we would be parting ways because I told her what I thought of Bill Gates and his vaccines, COVID, etc. She works for big pharma and got her panties in a bunch! Oh well, typical hypocritical move, cutting off your nose to spite your face. No doubt when she needs something badly enough, like prayer for husband’s throat again, she’ll come running back for support, just like a kid. But she is 63 yrs old and a grandmother, so no longer a kid. Also, hypocrites lie a lot, have you noticed? Must be almost synonymous....
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