Nasty things were said by Republicans about Democrats and Democrats returned rhetorical fire.
It’s probably a good idea to work to bring people together rather than push them apart.
There are forces that would like to see us divided.
I spend a lot of times in comments sections.
I try to be civil (not always successfully) and end most exchanges by spreading the mantra of...
Disagree without being Disagreeable*
and closing with a
Have a Good Day/Evening/Night
*First heard it said by Tim Scott and thought it a good approach.
Jack Webb did an interesting cover.
“Nasty things were said by Republicans about Democrats and Democrats returned rhetorical fire.”
Oh, so I’m supposed to believe that Republicans started it?
I’m all for trying a little tenderness when it’s the right time, but sometimes “Kung Fu Fighting” is the tune you gotta dance to whether you want to or not.
Somebody must have seen the old Movie “Meet John Doe” starring Gary Cooper and Barbara Stanwyck.
Just an anecdotal personal example...
Darryl Taylor There is nothing presidential about Trump. Daily he shows America and the world how incompetent he is.
Not only is Trump incompetent, he’s unfit to be in the Oval Office. Trump’s supporters for some reason believe Trump is doing a good job.
Trump’s approval ratings are at an all time low. Trump is a narcissist.
Trump fails to understand that he works for the American people, and that’s all Americans.
We the people don’t work for Trump. Trump’s agendas and policies don’t benefit all Americans.
Northern Sentinel ...
"Trump’s supporters for some reason believe Trump is doing a good job."
..and you don't have a clue what is the reason(s)?
Have you made an effort to understand?
I know it would take some effort and time
but you might find it worthwhile and learn something.
Maybe it would help you let go of some hate.
A lot of emotion in your post and not much reason.
Try balancing your emotions with your ability to think critically.
You'll feel and think better and your posts will reflect it.
Disagree without being Disagreeable
Have a Nice Evening
Darryl Taylor I don’t hate Trump, I dislike Trump. There is a big difference between hate and dislike.
FYI I didn’t care for Bush, but I tolerated Bush. I can’t find with me to tolerate Trump.
Have a good night as well.
Northern Sentinel ...
I think, 'can’t find with me to tolerate Trump', goes a bit beyond 'dislike'
But be that as it may...thanks for the dialogue, Darryl.
Darryl Taylor You are welcome.
Reaching out to this guy, respectfully, resulted in some reciprocation on his part
and perhaps induced some reflection by him of his thoughts, emotions, and motivations.
Maybe he'll be more likely to try to understand what motivates a Trump supporter.
Maybe he'll see there is some common ground and he'll change from pushing away to bringing together.
Or not... but even is the effort results in failure it still is a worthy effort and goal.
Opening theme for “Dr. Srangelove.”
Dumb story to prove his point. A loving parent loves a child even when vomiting and knows how scary it is and tries to make it feel better. I even can do all that and NOT get puked on.
But yeah, let’s have FReepers be nicer to each other. Sometimes I have an opinion that differs from yours and guess what, it doesn’t make me a leftist, a troll, or any of the other names you like to call me. Same goes for all of us. FReepers go angel / devil too quickly. Think twice.