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Side post %^## battery terminal broke off

So I've got this 2002 Saturn SL1 that's my daily driver.
Original battery finally decided to give up the ghost. Since I have today off, I figured I'd replace the battery.
Side terminals that thread in,so no actual "posts"
Bolt holding the negative terminal came out just dandy.
Positive terminal bolt is being a liiitleee bit toughter.

The entire terminal of the battery decided to rip itself clean away from the battery, lead block, and all..... of course, with the bolt still stuck it in. Unfortunately, the bolt is a fixed part if the battery leads, crimped inside somehow.

NOTHING I have tried has managed to get the bolt loosened.

Any tips on getting this B%#*h out of there?
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