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Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby
That's what makes this so pathetic. These scams have been around over 30 years. They would've been in their 40's and 50's, 30+ years ago. They've had over 30 years to learn that these scams exist. They're old enough that they might've even had a chance to prevent their own parents from falling prey to these scams.
Older folks who proclaim ignorance - "I didn't know" - where were they for the last 30 years? Have they buried their heads in the sand for three decades? Have they isolated themselves in their "bubble" for all this time, pretending that life is but a dream (sh-boom) and everything's coming up roses, in denial that bad things can happen to good people?
It angers me when I learn that intelligent, clever, attentive older adults fall for these scams. They SHOULD know better. They SHOULD know that there are nasty horrible people out in the world who WILL prey on them if they're given half the chance.
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Not all 90 yo's are as sharp as you. Most are blessed to still be alive and many are blessed to still recognize their family members. Just because they are still breathing does not mean they can still function at a 100%. I've known some folks in their 40's that have fallen for these scams, so it is not just the "senior" citizens that make the mistake of getting scammed by these s c u m bags.