To those of you who practice moderation and free thinking I raise a glass to you.
You haven’t been indoctrinated by the left or the right. You think about policies when voting rather than supporting “your side”. And in every scenario you stop and think, is this the right thing for my country and people - even the ones I disagree with, rather than blindingly following or opposing.
Your approach to life means both the left and right and right distrust you but want your undivided attention at all times. Do not be troubled, you’re doing it right.
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That might have worked 30 years ago. Don't think it flies today. We don't vote on single issues. And just because someone votes a certain way doesn't necessarily mean they've been indoctrinated. Perhaps they're just educated. If one is truly interested in voting in the best way for the country there isn't an option. Not when one party is seeking to break down the institutions of government, keep the poor and minorities down while supporting the richest, take away rights of others and destroy regulations intended to keep people healthy and safe. You can't tell me that's not true and it has nothing to do with indoctrination. It's the facts. Are there outliers? There are. On specific issues. But as a whole there's a very definitive line in the sand now. It's not good for the country but it is what it is.
@Ynotisay I wasn’t speaking specifically about the American situation. Americans by nature take matters to extremities and that is why it’s it’s effectively been a disunited country at least since the Vietnam war. There needs to be more than two political parties. Not just a middle right and far right option.
@Castenmas OK. I could let you know why two parties exist here, and why third parties don't have traction, but given that it appears you don't live here it wouldn't really matter. But you said you live in Malta? OK. The 35th largest city in the U.S. has as many people as all of Malta. And trust me on this. Your 'middle right' statement isn't even close.
@Ynotisay I am indeed lucky enough to live in Malta but I wasn’t born here. Even if I did it wouldn’t discount an opinion. Americans frequently speak at length about other areas of the world, despite only having read a Wikipedia page about them. So let’s not split hairs.
@Castenmas I'll tell what I don't do. I don't tell people in other countries how their governments should work because I don't have personal context. So if knowing what you're talking about is considered splitting hairs I'm not sure what to tell you.
@Castenmas You said something foolish. It was sophomoric and appeals to emotion. I work from reality. Makes more sense. And kid? "Triggered?" That word is done. It's used by foolish rubes who are intellectually limited. Just so you know. I commented on your post because of your first line. "You haven't been indoctrinated by the left or right." That's just silly. It's a failed attempt by some to appear "independent." Like they're 'free-thinkers." It's a jack off. And you're the guy who posted the video from Prager U. about the guy dressing in a sombrero, right? And you want to be taken seriously? While clearly having ZERO understanding of how videos like that are created and why? You just swallowed it and ran with it, right? Pretty gutsy to pop off about the indoctrination of others man. Enjoy Malta bro. A place with two parties. It's always good to stay in our lanes.
@Ynotisay As I said. A triggered over emotional response.
But I’m led to an understand from other SWers that this is to be expected from you. It’s all you’ve got. With that in mind, go and have the day you deserve.
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