“I agree. The comments here were disturbing. FR ain’t what it used to be...”
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I disagree. I’ve been around FR since its inception, and I am in full favor of the loss of the santimonious posturing that used to dominate. The comments here - on both sides and across the spectrum - deserve to be posted, read, and honored with our contemplation. Even yours.
I believe what you’re referring to is the true rejection of PC, where people are not afraid to tell a truth because that truth is offensive or uncomfortable.
I, too, have been around FR since its inception and I cannot see the decrease in “sanctimonious posturing”. I do see an intolerance of anyone who strays from the imaginary “true conservative” line and dares to have a contrary opinion on any subject. I see a harshness in responses that was seldom present a decade or more ago. The few who were ended up being banned from FR (remember Escelon?). If we are not careful this could turn into a right wing Daily Kos, filled with vitriol and ugliness.
I, too, have been around FR since its inception and I cannot see the decrease in “sanctimonious posturing”. I do see an intolerance of anyone who strays from the imaginary “true conservative” line and dares to have a contrary opinion on any subject. I see a harshness in responses that was seldom present a decade or more ago. The few who were ended up being banned from FR (remember Escelon?). If we are not careful this could turn into a right wing Daily Kos, filled with vitriol and ugliness.