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#IDEAil is dedicated to being the leader in supporting & promoting innovative education for all through the use of #EdTech | Join us in February for #IDEAcon | Find resources and become a member for free at ideaillinois.org | #EDUsky

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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 2h
Halloween is coming, and the IDEA logo is getting into the spirit! We hope this seasonal look brings a little fun to your feed. Stay connected with IDEA: www.ideaillinois.org #IDEAIllinois #IllinoisEducators #HalloweenIsComing
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 5h
Phones, screen time, social media and AI are only a prelude to what is coming. As wearables become smaller and smarter, schools need new language, guardrails and assessments. Will students get caught in the middle? www.ideaillinois.org/will-students-…
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Help students question, evaluate, and make informed choices online. Join IDEA and Common Sense Media Oct. 7, 3:30–4:30 p.m. CT, for a free K–8 media literacy webinar. Earn 1 PDH. Register: ideaillinois.org/events #MediaLiteracy #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Adults struggle to navigate algorithms, AI content, influencers, ads, and clickbait. We cannot expect students to do it alone. Media literacy must help them decide what deserves their trust. www.ideaillinois.org/helping-studen…
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
This #InternationalPodcastDay, celebrate the educators and organizations elevating voices across Illinois. Choose a podcast, listen to an episode, and share it with another educator. ideaillinois.org/press-play-on-illi…
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Why should play disappear as students get older? Games, simulations, challenges, and educator-built AI apps can make serious learning meaningful. www.ideaillinois.org/why-should-pla… #IDEAIllinois #GameBasedLearning
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Tuesday truth: 47 tabs open? IDEA does not want to become tab 48. We would rather help you find people, ideas, and learning worth keeping open. Events: www.ideaillinois.org/events Communities: www.ideaillinois.org/spotlight-comm… #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
#NationalCoffeeDay! Coffee stations once gave educators a natural place to connect, exchange ideas and breathe. Invite colleagues to reconnect. Find today’s offers: www.nbcnewyork.com/news/national-in… #ideail
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Tomorrow is #NationalCoffeeDay! Coffee stations once gave educators a natural place to exchange ideas, encourage one another & breathe. Invite a colleague to share a cup and reconnect. Deals: www.nbcnewyork.com/news/national-in…
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
IDEAcon is built by educators, for educators. Our small nonprofit staff and volunteers work to keep it affordable. Presenters attend free, and early bird options start at $125 through Dec. 12. Register: ideail.org/attendIDEAcon27 #IDEAcon #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
We cannot prepare students for the world we wish existed. We must prepare them for the world we have created. Schools can help students use AI & technology safely, thoughtfully, and responsibly. More: www.ideaillinois.org/preparing-stud… #IDEAIllinois
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
AI can deliver information, but it cannot replace trusted relationships and educators sharing what works. That is what makes IDEAcon special. Come for the ideas. Stay for the community. www.ideaillinois.org/IDEAcon #IDEAcon #IDEAIllinois
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Monday checklist: ☕ Find coffee 📧 Face the inbox 🗓️ Pretend the calendar is under control 💡 Register for IDEAcon 2027 Join Illinois educators Jan. 19–20 in Tinley Park for practical learning and meaningful connections. ideail.org/attendIDEAcon27 #IDEAcon #ideail
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Tonight is the night! IDEA’s free Teaching in the Age of AI book study begins at 7 p.m. Join educators to reflect, ask questions, and explore what AI means for teaching, learning, and the future of education. Join us: canva.link/vgla2ikwgzuc4wl #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Illinois educators can explore AI through student problem-solving, practical Google skills, MasteryFlip pedagogy, and IDEA’s book study. AI Challenge: www.ltcillinois.org/illinois-ai-cha… IDEA opportunities: www.ideaillinois.org/age-of-ai
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Every pharmacist began as a learner. On #WorldPharmacistsDay, IDEA recognizes pharmacists and the educators connecting science - technology to future careers. UIC: hspc.pharmacy.uic.edu IDEA: www.ideaillinois.org/experiential-l… #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Edtech can connect classrooms with authors and stories from around the world. 📚🌎 BookBreak is offering free virtual author talks and learning resources for K–12 schools. Register: ow.ly/oteB50ZPUrr #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Have you registered for IDEAcon 2027? Join educators from across Illinois Jan. 19–20 in Tinley Park for practical learning, fresh ideas, and connections that last. Come for the conference. Stay for the community. Register: ideail.org/attendIDEAcon27 #IDEAcon #ideail
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Thanks for joining IDEA’s first Google AI webinar! Slides are live; recording coming soon. Five stand-alone sessions remain, so join any or all. We’re finalizing the PDH process. www.ideaillinois.org/google-ai-educ… #ideail #edtech
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Google AI Educator Series
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Illinois educators can explore AI through student problem-solving, practical Google skills, MasteryFlip pedagogy, and IDEA’s book study. AI Challenge: www.ltcillinois.org/illinois-ai-cha… IDEA opportunities: www.ideaillinois.org/age-of-ai #ideail #edtech
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Age of AI
The Teaching in the Age of AI Spotlight Community brings Illinois educators together to thoughtfully explore how artificial intelligence is changing teaching, learning, assessment, creativity, and our understanding of knowledge. Members will examine practical classroom applications, emerging opportu…
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Still time for today’s first IDEA webinar supporting the Google AI Educator Series! Intro to Gemini for Education | 3:30–4:30 p.m. CT Each session stands alone. Join today or jump in whenever it works. www.ideaillinois.org/google-ai-educ… #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Saturday is a good time to slow down, recharge, and make room for thoughtful learning. 📚 Join IDEA’s free Teaching in the Age of AI book study and explore the bigger questions with educators. Sept. 27 | Nov. 15 | Jan. 3 canva.link/vgla2ikwgzuc4wl #ideail #edtech
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Teaching in the Age of AI Community Book Study
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Selection Saturday is complete! Despite a shorter timeline, we received many high-quality IDEAcon proposals. We’re finalizing the schedule and excited for a venue built for learning and connection. Submitters, stay tuned! www.ideaillinois.org/IDEAcon #IDEAcon #ideail
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
IDEA’s free Teaching in the Age of AI Spotlight Community, an ongoing place for Illinois educators to ask questions, exchange ideas, examine ethical and practical challenges, and learn from one another across roles and subject areas. Explore the community: www.ideaillinois.org/age-of-ai
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Age of AI
The Teaching in the Age of AI Spotlight Community brings Illinois educators together to thoughtfully explore how artificial intelligence is changing teaching, learning, assessment, creativity, and our understanding of knowledge. Members will examine practical classroom applications, emerging opportu…
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Go beyond AI tools and pedagogy. Explore the bigger questions with educators in IDEA’s free book study. BOOK STUDY: canva.link/vgla2ikwgzuc4wl Google: www.ideaillinois.org/google-ai-educ… MasteryFlip: canva.link/ag8r3vwozgo2p1k #ideail #edtech
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TAAI Spotlight Course Offering
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Learn Gemini’s tools, then go deeper into pedagogy with Jon Bergmann’s MasteryFlip™ Certification. Google: www.ideaillinois.org/google-ai-educ… MasteryFlip: canva.link/ag8r3vwozgo2p1k IDEA members save 20% with IDEA-IL. #ideail #edtech
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TAAI Spotlight Course Offering
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Today is the first of IDEA’s stand-alone Google AI Educator Series webinars. Attend one or several. Each is a complete opportunity to build practical skills and connect with Illinois educators. Learn more: www.ideaillinois.org/google-ai-educ… #ideail #edtech
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Google AI Educator Series
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
IDEA’s free Teaching in the Age of AI book study starts Sept. 27 at 7 p.m. CT. Community: www.ideaillinois.org/age-of-ai Register: ideaillinois.app.neoncrm.com/nx/por… #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Fall turns Illinois into a classroom. Look closely, capture one photo, put the device away and investigate later. extension.illinois.edu/blogs/good-g… budburst.org
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Illinois educators: Build AI skills and earn Google badges through free opportunities from IDEA, Google and EduMatch. IDEA + Illinois PDHs: www.ideaillinois.org/google-ai-educ… EduMatch Badgeathon: edumatchers.org/badgeathon #googleforeducation EduMatch #GoogleEDU
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GES Badgeathon | EduMatch
Join EduMatch and Google for the GES Badgeathon. Live sessions and self-paced courses through September 30, badge and certificate included.
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
On Peace Day, UIC resource helps educators build respectful classroom dialogue: teaching.uic.edu/news-stories/dialo… Connect: www.ideaillinois.org/aspiring-and-e… #InternationalDayOfPeace #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
More than ever, educators need one another. Digital-age learning needs every perspective, across every subject, role, and learning environment. Bring your expertise, experience, and voice. ow.ly/rizk50ZPkQ3 #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Illinois educators: Grow your practical AI skills with flexible, self-paced Google AI Educator Series sessions. IDEA is connecting eligible learning to Illinois PDHs, with submission details coming soon. www.ideaillinois.org/google-ai-educ… #ideail #edtech
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Google AI Educator Series
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Women make up 77% of U.S. public-school teachers. On International Equal Pay Day, IDEA recognizes the women whose leadership powers education. Our Lead Learner community builds connections that help educators grow together. nces.ed.gov/programs/coe/indicator/… #ideail #edtech
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Spotlight Communities
Regional Communities connect us by place. Spotlight Communities connect us by purpose, identity, and passion. Together, they make IDEA an alliance.
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Doomscrolling or bloomscrolling? Media literacy helps us choose what deserves our attention. www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/articles/an… www.ideaillinois.org/media-literacy
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
An SIU study of future math teachers in Guerrero, Mexico, found value in online and hybrid learning while reinforcing an IDEA principle: technology should support learning with purpose. opensiuc.lib.siu.edu/dissertations/… #VivaMéxico #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
IDEA celebrates Mexican Independence Day and honors history, heritage, and culture. UChicago research highlights the strengths & accomplishments of English Learners: consortium.uchicago.edu/publication… #ideail
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
AI can generate answers, but meaningful learning still requires students to think. Explore IDEA’s MasteryFlip™ member opportunity and Teaching in the Age of AI community. Info: canva.link/ag8r3vwozgo2p1k Community: www.ideaillinois.org/age-of-ai #MasteryFlip #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Happy Online Learning Day. 2025 U of I study | Both formats supported similarly strong implementation. experts.illinois.edu/en/publication… Community: www.ideaillinois.org/modern-meaning… #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Happy Online Learning Day! A 2023 U of I study found no significant difference in final course scores. Research: experts.illinois.edu/en/publication… www.ideaillinois.org/all-learners #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Northern Illinois educators: Join IDEA Fest Sept. 22 for a free, in-person evening of ideas and connection. Earn 2 PDHs. Elsewhere in Illinois? Let this spark an event in your region! ideail.org/IDEAfest92226 #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Free workshop for aspiring and early-career educators: Great Teaching Requires Great Communication. Sept. 30: Join us at College of DuPage, 2:30–4:15 p.m., or virtually, 5:30–7:15 p.m. CT. www.ideaillinois.org/emergingeducat… #ideail #edtech
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Would we send kids camping without skills, guidance, or trusted adults? Then why send them online alone? We must prepare, not just protect, students. Read my latest IDEA post: www.ideaillinois.org/preparing-stud…
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
What happens when students help shape AI policy? STUDENTS FIRST Act: www.aasa.org/resources/resource/stu… Continue the conversation: 🎯 Learner Agency: www.ideaillinois.org/learner-agency 💡 Age of AI: www.ideaillinois.org/age-of-ai
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The Students First Act: A Student-Led AI Policy
Explore the STUDENT FIRST Act, passed at the 2026 Youth AI Festival in Boston—new AI policy protections for students, teachers, and schools.
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Does this tech guidance match your classroom? What possibilities does this spark for your students? www.commonsense.org/system/files/pd… Join the IDEA conversation: www.ideaillinois.org/spotlight-comm…
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Spotlight Communities
Regional Communities connect us by place. Spotlight Communities connect us by purpose, identity, and passion. Together, they make IDEA an alliance.
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Thank you to the educators and students learning together today. May your day be filled with learning, compassion, and hope. May it serve as a meaningful tribute to all those we remember. #LearningBringsUsTogether
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Across Illinois, organizations are creating powerful opportunities for students to create, build, make, present and lead. Let’s elevate these experiences and help more students access them. Join the conversation: www.ideaillinois.org/contactIDEA
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
What makes a great book study? Conversations with colleagues—real people! Join our FREE Teaching in the Age of AI book study to read, question & share together. And we’re cooking up something special. 👀 www.ideaillinois.org/age-of-ai #IDEAIllinois
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Age of AI
The Teaching in the Age of AI Spotlight Community brings Illinois educators together to thoughtfully explore how artificial intelligence is changing teaching, learning, assessment, creativity, and our understanding of knowledge. Members will examine practical classroom applications, emerging opportu…
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Sometimes the best PD is educators sharing great ideas with other educators. Join the Northern Suburbs IDEA Fest! Make connections. 📅 Sept. 22 🎟️ FREE 📚 2 PDHs 💡 Practical ideas + real connections ideaillinois.app.neoncrm.com/nx/por…
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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Common Sense Media: What do NYC & LA’s decisions about AI mean for other schools? Tonight: Common Sense Media explores what educators and leaders should be thinking about next. 🕕 6–7 PM CT home.edweb.net/webinar/commonsense2… #TeachingInTheAgeOfAI #IDEAIllinois
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NYC & LA Just Banned AI in Schools: What Does It Mean for Your School? - edWeb
As New York City and Los Angeles, announce they are banning AI in K-8 (NYC) and in K-12 (LA), districts across the country are facing a question that is becoming impossible to ignore: Are we next?
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