[Jim Noble]

consideration would have to be given to stationing NATO troops on the Ukrainian side of the armistice line as part of the armistice agreement, so as to deter future adventurism on the part of Russia

OK, I considered it.

No.

[Redmen4ever]

If you were the only person with a vote on the matter, your opinion in this matter would mean a lot. But, as it is, you’re one of 155 million voters in this country.

As it is, you reveal that you think you are in a distinct minority, with no prospect of persuading others to your opinion.

Here is a synopsis of the classic book, How to win friends and influence.

http://bookoutlines.pbworks.com/w/page/14422673/How%20To%20Win%20Friends%20and%20Influence%20People