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Halloween candy bowl debates spark online arguments

Original: Getting into arguments with strangers on the internet over a few rotten kids taking entire bowls of candy when left out

People are arguing online about unattended Halloween candy bowls left out with signs saying "Take 1 or 2 pieces" after some children take entire bowls. Critics say Halloween is a communal event and kids have little impulse control, so taking extra candy is expected, while others see it as rudeness worth calling out.

Why now: Halloween season has reopened a recurring debate over children's behaviour and shared candy displays.

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• Getting into arguments with strangers on the internet over a few rotten kids taking entire bowls of candy when left out with a sign that says "Take 1 or 2 pieces" Halloween is a social, communal event. If you don't want kids who have very little impulse control, taking candy,… · sand@mindly.social · 2

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