Posted on 12/30/2004 12:26:25 PM PST by K1avg
For the past several months, fate has conspired to keep me away from the computer. I haven't posted nearly as much on FR as I used to. With the holidays, though, I've had an opportunity to catch up a bit.
What I found on my return is a bit disconcerting. While there's always been an element here that refuses to reason and does little more than insult Democrats and RINOs, it seems that this mentality has taken over a large portion of our membership. I've encountered more shrill, radical nonsense in the past couple of days than I had in the months before my absence.
Certainly it's acceptable to gloat a bit after our enormous gains on November 2, but I do believe it's about time to get back to normal business.
Referring to Democrats as “Rats” or some variant thereof may be somewhat amusing, but seeing the reference in nearly every other post really gets annoying at times. Pet names for Democrats and RINOs may be funny the first time, but quickly get old. It's one thing to respect someone, and it's certainly acceptable to not do so for one reason or another, but it's never alright to be downright incivil.
Just the other day, I was in an argument here with some other members who were supporting Yanukovych over Yushchenko because Yush had pledged to remove Ukraine's 1600-some-odd-strong force from Iraq and was *gasp* more liberal than Yanukovych. Seriously, that's absurd. I'd be happy to debate with you here, but anyone can tell you Yushchenko as president will be much better for the Ukrainian people, our interests in Iraq be damned.
But I'm getting away from the subject at hand. These are just a few examples of the devolution of discourse here. While everyone is certainly allowed to have their own opinions, there is a certain level of civility that should be maintained, regardless of the context.
This is the sort of stuff you find at DU, not here. I recognize there's plenty of good, civil users here, and I'm thankful for that. To those guilty, though, it would be nice if you could tone it down a bit.
I love being here. Things like the Undead Thread, Daily Dose, and crushkerry's Lib Pundit tournament, along with the usual daily banter of normal news, makes FR like no other political site on the web. Let's keep it that way. Thanks for your time, and have a lovely day.
If morbid curiosity ever leads you there, make sure you do it on an empty stomach.
so what about those of us who have stood up to these people on the streets, seen their hatred for America up close, and continue to witness their insane attepts to overturn the election, to turn their backs on GW on Jan. 20th, etc.?
I, for one, am in favor of denouncing, and will continue to do so, sorry if that hurts your feelings, these "people" as traitors, of which I feel them to be. I would like to see a return to the days of tar and feathers for such turncoats...
Ooh! Ooh! Allow me! A mental health outreach website : democraticundergound.com immortalized in PJ-Comix DUmmie Funnies.
Noob
Hey, I'm a Libertarian who owns a Mac as well as PC's. You have to develop a thick skin about this sort of stuff. How many times do I have to repeat "But we thought of Social Security privatization first!" or "Rush uses one too!" before the back-and-fotrh flamewar gets old and predictable.
Obviously. Your post is a perfect example.
Maybe you should come down from that dais before you get a nose bleed.
Jeez, talk about a over abundance of self worth.
Discourse ain't devoluting!
Until you understand there is a war in progress within the USA you can not acheive enlightenment.
Kindness is inappropriate.
Intercourse for evolution?
I disagree with you.
It's not the same as always. FreeRepublic has changed over the years. We were a bit more civil a few years ago. Equally intolerant (as we should be) but, more civil.
Nothing wrong with civility.
If you want to find out about DU go to Bloggers & Personals and check out PJ Comix "DU Funnies." You won't believe the stupid statements that come out of that forum. Right now they're talking about contacting the Dalai Lama.
If you want to find out about DU go to Bloggers & Personals and check out PJ Comix "DU Funnies." You won't believe the stupid statements that come out of that forum. Right now they're talking about contacting the Dalai Lama.
Sorry for the double click post.
If you can't stomach going to DU, read the DUmmie FUnnies everyday. Ask PJ to put you on his ping list. He will be urinating in his underpants with joy and visualizing the reality of his ping list growing.
PJ, do I gain any points for promoting the DUmmie FUnnies? Maybe I could move up a couple of spaces on the pingee list. *hint, hint*
ACK, Hazing! Actually, after many years of lurking around
I finally decided to sign up. I've been over at RR.com forever.
We have a great time also.
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No, you're doing fine. :)
BTW, your children are beautiful!
Which reminds me of the thread a long time ago with all the different versions of Steffy Steponallofus's name. I particularly liked Stuffanappleup.
:)
az
Well heavens me! I thought I had calmed down a lot since the election! For instance, I very seldom use the words RINO or RAT anymore! Or even scum sucking Commie! I thought I was doing a lot better!
This week I'm kinda partial to dementedCrats. I can only hope that term is acceptable to you, oh! great one!
First Klass Act
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