Finapoo

Hi - First time poster so if I'm doing something wrong, be gentle.

This story began as a discussion with some in my family and slowly evolved into a story. I've never thought much about writing, but I enjoyed it and family and friends seem to have enjoyed reading it - But I figure they kinda have to so thought to share here for a bit more of an 'honest critique'. Thank you for reading.

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Title - A bedtime story...Or is it?

Genre - Political Satire

Word Count - 1000

Once upon a time, a Supreme Leader sipped his tea and contemplated how he could continue to facilitate hate and division between the people of the Great Country - The country that stood in the way of ascension. 

The Supreme Leader reflected on previous efforts. With pride, he considered the overwhelming success of programs to steal technology, manipulate trade, and spread influence. His smile grew as he reflected on his decades long effort to socially engineer youth, first through University, and now with Social Media. 

One of his most successful influence programs involved birth tourism. The wealthiest of hi

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