re: Why are people losing their sh*t over the solar eclipse?

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Also, prior to 2017 the last time a total eclipse touched anywhere in the US was prior to the civil war. Which undercuts the whole “this happens every 18 months” narrative

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There was one in 1970. But I agree it doesn’t happen often.

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If you want to see it after this year, the closest you’ll ever come in your life is making a trip to Nebraska.

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In 2045 you can see it as close as Jackson, MS.