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Originally posted by filtherton
I see what your saying, but you have to realize that the same applies to the right's treatment of the left. I've been called an america hater, an obl sympathiser, a baby killer, a dirty hippy.
Conservative or not, i welcome well reasoned viewpoints. I know that i really can't argue anything with you when it comes to econ and gave up trying a long time ago because you know what you're talking about on that issue. My economic knowledge is limited and mostly guided by idealism.
I'm sorry if you feel attacked, but both sides have their "attack dogs" and both sides have their thoughtful members.
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I absolutely agree that both sides are guilty of it at times and it's really only a few individuals who are continually guilty.
The thing that many people don't quite understand is that the sheer number of "left" leaning posts pushes away conservative posters. I mentioned in another thread that there are few "middle of the road" conservatives here at the politics board. I believe it's entirely due to the fact that so many people come out against anyone posting something even slightly supportive of Republican views. The only "conservatives" who stick around are pretty outspoken or are infrequent contributors.
As far as econ arguments, to tell you the truth, I enjoy those who debate the economic "facts"
I post since it does help me to clarify my viewpoints (not only on the board but in my own mind) and these debates have influenced my opinions on some issues. Of course, there are still quite a few of the "attack dogs" who claim I'm a liar for claiming to be an economist, despite my innumerable postings detailing economic policy.
There are certainly quite a few people here that I enjoy discussing things with, unfortunately they are a small minority.
Emotions run high in politics and it's understandable. I just hope the board can be a bit more welcoming to conservative viewpoints as it's the only way we will get a representative cross section of views.