Specifically, the government would put itself on the hook if modified home loans default again.

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If the modified rule speeds play a little and doesn't interfere with the outcome, perhaps it's a good thing.

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In an online competitive game a brightness and color modifier could, in fact, give players using the mod a competitive advantage, especially if the modified visuals make it easier to see opponents.

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