Those caught entertaining escape from Nazi concentration camps were branded with this Fluchtverdächtiger badge.
Just as the pink and black triangles were reclaimed as symbols by gay and lesbian movements, I suggest dissatisfied employees with escape on the mind start wearing these badges to the office.
What’s that you say? This would be the coolest reclaiming of Nazi symbolism since Ron Mael’s mustache? Once again, you are correct in your assertions, Madam.
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