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Leavitt’s staunch devotion to the president apparently justifies treating people rudely and with contempt.

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The collection of texts shows an atmosphere of open contempt and violent fantasy that was met with encouragement or silence from peers.

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After his court appearance the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service warned that the proceedings were subject to contempt of court rules.

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A moment that should have unified the country became another show of contempt, with therapists modeling the very polarization they should be treating.

Hasina has already been sentenced to six months in prison for contempt of court, and separately faces corruption charges.

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