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David Frenchism

a viewpoint in which one advocates for neutral classical liberal principles in the face of illiberal forces despite the zealous willingness of illiberal forces to turn the tools of classical liberalism against itself in the pursuit of power. A believer in David Frenchism assumes that under a free speech doctrine, all views will be afforded space in the public square in the marketplace of ideas, and holds this view even when presented with overwhelming evidence that allied forces are being effectively squeezed out by illiberal forces. David Frenchism typically involves improperly assessing the facts on the ground, underestimated the strength and determination of a political opponent, and making naive, Constitution-based legal arguments that are tantamount to "powerlessness by design" that cedes the field to a political enemy.

See: Over a barrel
See also: Neville Chamberlain

eschewing using power of the state to

political opposition uses the tools of classical liberlism against itself to empower
"Well Bob, I know it sucks that we're chained against the wall in this gulag when we were free only a few days ago... But hey, at least we held onto our beliefs in classical liberalism and David Frenchism"
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David bambrough

The true definition of a legendary man very tall and strong a true buisiness man and he is a goat
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David Bambrough

Used as a term to describe a very attractive man
Ryan Reynolds is like a slightly worse David Bambrough
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David Trusca

David is the sweetest, most kindhearted and not to mention the most handsome guy you will meet. His heart is so pure and he cares for others’ feelings so much. He is one of the rarest types of people you will meet in your lifetime. I can guarantee you there’s no other person like him. If you’re feeling down, he will always make you feel better.
Amanda: I wish I had a David Trusca in my life

Kyle: Not to brag, but I bagged one. He’s the biggest quock ever and I love him.
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David cogger

A racist fad that never brushes his teeth. Don’t get too close to him u will die of smelly ness . He uses his hand as a tissue to wipe his nose.he go’s toilet in a bucket and his mom has to clean it and has a stove in his living room.
David Cogger is a racist fad and a aga mutu fadu
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David Bowie

-“Do you know who is David Bowie”
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-“The sexiest guy in the story of humanity”
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David Irving

Holocaust denying douche, who used that fact that he is a historian as a shield to deny he was, and still is a neo-nazi, actually sued someone, who stated he was a holocaust denier, he lost the case. Now is in prison in Austria, for stating the Holocaust is a lie.

Oh and he was a big supporter of apartheid in South Africa.
David Irving is now in Prison, I hope he enjoys his shower buddies.
by SiD Hawth October 17, 2006
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