Proof of the Twin Prime Conjecture

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I believe I have proved that there are an infinitude of twin primes using elementary algebra and a straightforward thought experiment. My proof will be sent shortly.
 
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Will be sent where? Here? Can you outline it now? "Thought-experiments" are usually helpful to convince yourself of something, but it certainly doesn't constitute a proof.