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Can you, personally, discuss politics without insulting people?

If you find yourself tempted to insult someone over politics (or another contentious issue), do you back out of the discussion or let the flame war begin?
Deadcutie · 18-21, F
No, because people who play in the game of politics are stupid ignorant sheep sucking the dicks of their party overlords
MarkPaul · 26-30, M
@Deadcutie Nice try though.
SW-User
@Deadcutie Touché.
Deadcutie · 18-21, F
like that guy who posted below me☝🏻
I can, and when the insults start to fly, I usually back off, but sometimes I grab some popcorn.
SW-User
In person, yes. Online, my approach is too direct. Someone is always insulted
SW-User
I think I can discuss politics without insulting anyoe but when it comes to things related to culture and society,I could be offensive ..not purposely though ..but I think I would apologise for it but wouldnt let my stand down .
SW-User
Yes. I can.
MarkPaul · 26-30, M
In that I have that [b]ability[/b], yes. But when it’s an issue really important to me, I give what I get. I won’t be nasty if the other person also remains civil. Occasionally, though, when I’ve felt that I was dealing with a real moron I just blocked them and was done with it.
Docdon23 · M
@bijouxbroussard And I happen to agree with virtually all that you say politically!
SW-User
@bijouxbroussard I usually give someone a couple chances to prove they're not a moron, but if their idea of political discussion is memes and insults, then I'll probably block them.
monte3 · 70-79, M
I think it is easier in person. Here it just is too easy to move right to insults. I usually answer in the same tone as the response I am reacting to.
jackjjackson · 61-69, M
I do both depending on what I’m faced with and how I feel. Sometimes I just laugh.
Frank52 · 70-79, M
Best way to discuss ideas is as dispassionately as possible and avoid personal insults. When people start to use strong language aimed at the person they disagree with, I tend to think they have run out of ideas and it's best to retire from the discussion.
Montanaman · M
Absolutely👍

 
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