Leftists Whipping Themselves Into a Jacobin Frenzy

Townhall ^ | 4-12-2019 | David Limbaugh

[Sir Napsalot]

There's no question that animosity exists on both sides of the political spectrum, but have you noticed how personal it has become for many on the left?

It is disturbing how intolerant and filled with rage leftist extremists have become, and how many more people are falling into the category of leftist extremism.

But what concerns me as much as this pattern of ill will and abuse from leftists is that it is unchecked by their peers and often applauded. Instead of encouraging people to appeal to the better angels of their nature, they are beckoning them to summon their demons and become part of a mob mentality -- as if we're witnessing a replay of events that preceded the French Revolution.

It's unsettling that they rationalize their misbehavior as justified, even warranted. They've convinced themselves that conservatives' views are so noxious they've forfeited any expectation to be treated civilly and they deserve to be shunned, muzzled and boycotted -- especially members of minority groups who have strayed from the reservation. They are "garbage people," "deplorables" and subhumans who are not entitled to equal rights, let alone decent treatment.

[Libloather]

For awhile, I’ve sported a ‘resistance is futile (if < than 1 ohm)’ shirt. Actually ticked off one snowflake enough that his girlfriend had to ask out loud, “That’s what sets you off? Really?” That particular moment in time is still worth WAY more than the price of the shirt.