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Hello this fine August morning. I stress that it is August and the year is 2022. You might ask why and be wondering if I am going to go on some kind of political rant. "That would be highly unusual for Alice," you would be thinking. Your thoughts would be correct... but I am not above a rant of another flavor, it also leaves a bad taste in your mouth.

In July of 2021, my husband took his car to the dealership to have some end-of-the-warranty work done. Yes, the warranty was almost up, but there were still a couple months left at that time. He had an appointment. When he arrived, they said,...