I seems to be really important to engage those who oppose you. In this increasingly polarized political environment the sides seem to be talking to each other less and less. Discussion/argumentation, even if it doesn't change anyone's minds still allows you to see how other people think (if they're thinking that is, but that's another thread.)
Getting to know how your opponents think is really important. That's why I watch Fox news every once in a while, even though they're all total neo-con tools (yes, even the "liberal" ones.)
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