Over the years, I have seen tactics like this come and go.
If you want to really see some nastiness, visit a religious thread. “: )
Anyway, I can’t change other people’s behavior.
All we can do to really help is BE THE EXAMPLE.
If you want to really see some nastiness, visit a religious thread. “: )
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Back a few years, the crevo (creation vs evolution) threads were great sport, always nasty.
But nothing beats a public breastfeeding thread.
Allow me to take this opportunity to ping two Freepers who I have noticed to be consistent peacemakers on those threads. I appreciate you guys and your gentle, rational tone!
Actually, you CAN, by being resolute and forthright in your support of your candidate.
I lived in a small town in Germany from 77-81. During the 1980 campaign, my neighbors were pleading with me to vote for Carter, they were convinced that Reagan would start WWIII.
For about two months, I would engage in conversation at the local gasthaus, where I would dine several times a week. We had spirited discussions, but I was convinced that Reagan would make America strong again, and a strong America makes for a safer world. I passed on my knowledge of American civics and history, contradicting what was being pushed by their liberal media.
My efforts were rewarded shortly after Inauguration Day, when I was invited to sit at the stammtisch, a table reserved for family and close friends of the family. Talk to anyone who's spent any time in Germany, and they'll tell you that's very rare. It's one of the highlights of my life, and I was all of 26 YO.
For me and my family, Cruz is #1, Trump is #2, and there is no #3. Whatever battles these two engage in, the victor will be stronger for it come November. We ain't playing tiddlywinks here, we're talking about who's going to lead us out of the abyss created by the UniParty.
O/T, but I received a compliment from a member of Frankie Valli's band recently. After their show on NY Eve, I saw them at one of the bars, and I went over to thank them for a great show. One thing led to another, resulting in a 90 minute conversation, swapping stories about living in Germany. I told him about the above story, as well as a couple of experiences as a platoon leader. It was a great way to start the New Year! Of course, my feet were back on the ground before Jan 1 was out, as I was pressed into service watching my 5YO grandson, and assembling his new Hot Wheels garage...lol. What can I say? It's all good.
“If you want to really see some nastiness, visit a religious thread. “: )”
Lol, but it seems reversed. Here it’s a war zone and happily encouraged, there it’s genteel by comparison yet touchy, touchy, touchy.