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Old 09-22-2008, 02:59 PM   #37 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by jorgelito View Post
For some, pro-life/choice is THE issue and they will vote accordingly no matter what.
Oh, I know... I personally know several people who vote that way, and that won't change anytime soon. I don't even bother talking with them about politics, because there is just no way to even approach the subject rationally. But now I'm starting to feel that way about a lot of other voters as well... for the same reasons that you give about why people are voting with their "gut."
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Originally Posted by jorgelito
I can understand your frustrations but rather than berating people for their opinions and beliefs, it would probably be better to engage them in a thoughtful more meaningful manner.
Sincerely: I would like to know if/when I am truly berating someone here. Most of what I say is couched in a great deal of sarcasm, but I do not intend to insult anyone personally here. If you have perceived me doing that, feel free to call me out, truly. I used to try and engage people in a "thoughtful" manner, only to have most of it flung back in my face with a surprising amount of vitriol. Have you read the Palin thread in the LL?
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Perfectly acceptable, but you may have to make some room for me too.
Alright, well hold on tight, then.
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