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Shouldn't we surround ourselves with people who do not agree with us? Doesn't it keep us honest in our beliefs, to have them questioned? Would we question ourselves if there were not these natural checks and balances with other people in our lives?
The only problem I have, with people with different views, does come from the lack of respect for my right to have a view. It's hard to find people who can disagree respectfully, or even try to back up their point of view with anything but talking points and punditry. People tend to keep the "values" of their parents and never think about why. They will also defend these "values" with tooth and nail.
I can get along, and indeed have some kind of friendship with almost anybody. I just have to look for common grounds. We are all human, and we have families we love, and for the most part, everyone really wants the best for their fellow human being. Start there and work your way up.
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bill hicks - "I don't mean to sound bitter, cold, or cruel, but I am, so that's how it comes out."
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