>> We need COURAGE and CONVICTION, not negativity and cynicism.
Courage and conviction are wonderful, and necessary. But without TRUTH, courage and conviction are a tall, sturdy ladder leaning against the WRONG WALL.
Getting at the TRUTH is where a dose of skepticism and even cynicism can come in mighty handy.
Following in unquestioning loyal lockstep with ANYONE because of their “conservative credentials” is a dangerous occupation.
Just sayin’.
I certainly don’t advocate loyal lockstep of anyone or anything, other than the Lord Jesus! :) I’ve certainly become a lot more cynical of everyone in politics lately after finally realizing what a lot of the Republicans are. And certainly don’t follow lockstep any radio personality. They can do a lot of good when they get the truth out, but they are just entertainers, after all.
Guess what I’m frustrated with is the little cynical quips/jokes that seem to fill so many threads lately.
Expressing frustration about Glen Beck’s methods is fine. I admire some of what he’s done, but I also believe he’s undermined his credibility with his methods lately.
What I’m frustrated with are comments that I’ve heard people on FR make lately like
“America, nice idea, didn’t last.”
or, “It’s all over folks”.
Everyone is free to say what they like of course, I just find having half a thread filled with lots of little negative one liner quips to be not very helpful. I think we all here recognize how dire and serious our situation is. It’s hard to strike a balance between understanding how far we’ve fallen with a strong dose of remaining hopeful and talking through positive actions we can take.