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		LordKano on Jan 8, 2016 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: How to fend off a jerk I use a version of this when dealing with police. Instead of trying to act happy or friendly, I remain as level as possible. Think "Mr. Spock with a smile". I have found that even "huff and puff" types calm down after a minute or so of this.

seattle_spring on Jan 8, 2016 [–]

How often are you dealing with police?

LordKano on Jan 8, 2016 | | [–]

A couple of times a year.

Quanticles on Jan 8, 2016 | | [–]

Maybe he's a paramedic

jf on Jan 8, 2016 | | [–]

and/or a minority

LordKano on Jan 9, 2016 | | [–]

And we have a winner.

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