Talk:Freemium Isn't Free

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Regarding similarity to "Freedom Isn't Free" (Song written by Trey Parker for Team America: World Police)
The similarity is striking to both the song by Trey Parker who presumably simply made a joke with the idiom (which isn't currently being mentioned in the Team America article linked), and while this could be considered related to both or only one it would almost be a too striking similarity for it to go unmentioned. Not sure what the policy is around these parts (read some but didn't find an answer) so thought I might as well ask. Not bold enough for this, besides mostly curious about the policy but now I might as well change it if it is considered good content since I've gotten myself involved. Erik.Bjareholt (talk) 08:09, 25 February 2016 (UTC)
 * Erik.Bjareholt, the policy basically is this - unless you can provide a reliable source that proves with certainty that the similarity was purposefully intended, you can't just assume there is an association. Coming to that type of conclusion on your own is a perfect example of synthesis and original research.  Otherwise, making such a statement based solely on your own conclusion is not permitted.  See the top statements for more info. - SanAnMan (talk) 13:30, 25 February 2016 (UTC)