So, I'm a Millennial and a leftist. Zot away (Froggy Mod says "Adieu")

[Millennial Lefty]

So, I lurk on Free Republic quite a bit. Usually it's to read some of the outrageous comments some post here and some of it is to see what your opinions are on certain articles that also get posted elsewhere.

So, a little bit about myself. I'm in my 20s and of Hispanic origin. I was born in New York but moved to Florida when I was three years old. I'm what you guys would consider a "socialist". I don't consider myself a socialist, I'm a supporter of the free market economy except I favor strong government regulations.

While on many issues am probably to the left of the Democratic Party there is one issue I agree with the Republicans but it isn't an issue that would ever sway me to vote for the Republican Party. That issue is gun rights. I love guns and I believe the 2nd amendment is a fundamental right to the people of the United States. I don't believe in a ban on "assault" weapons or on accessories like there is on certain sized magazines. I also support the right for one to properly defend themselves with or without deadly force with your legally owned firearm.

However, on economic and social issues I side with the DNC. I'm probably to the left of the DNC on most issues.

So anyways, ask away.

[Jeff Chandler]

I didn’t make up that story about the conservative who favored abortion because it culled a lot of Hispanics from the population. That conversation actually happened and I was reminded of him by the poster.

The poster did indeed seem like the flip side of that man, and my intent was to point out the similarities.

The apparent hostility inferred by the reader of my reply was not my primary intention. It was a bonus.

[JSDude1]

Congratulations??

All seriousness why do you believe you are a socialist? I took micro-economics in a small community college, and it instantly caused me to become a free-market advocate. Adam smith is common sense.

[OneWingedShark]

For some of us, it's not that we have nothing to say to a true seeker, it's rather the patronising tone which necessarily accompanies a question from a self-described 20yo to "ask me anything", about political matters, which many of us have been actually living for decades.

And you, being so much older and [hopefully] wiser, should have the wisdom and experience to answer with a good answer, no?

[Idaho_Cowboy]

In your 20’s? Why would I ask you anything?

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That was my first thought. The true mark of a liberal is that they assume we care what they think so we can learn and imitate to became a higher form of being like they are.

[Rebelbase]

” I’m in my 20s”

My parents were the Greatest Generation Ever. My 20 something year old kids call theirs the dumbest generation ever.

[JSDude1]

Heard the same thing in a caller to Sean Hannity today, obviously an organized (failed) effort if that’s what you’re saying.

[OneWingedShark]

I didn’t make up that story about the conservative who favored abortion because it culled a lot of Hispanics from the population. That conversation actually happened and I was reminded of him by the poster.

The poster did indeed seem like the flip side of that man, and my intent was to point out the similarities.

The apparent hostility inferred by the reader of my reply was not my primary intention. It was a bonu

You got no hostility from me; I thought it was kinda interesting: a political inverse-image if you will.

[JRandomFreeper]

"Never argue with an idiot. People may not know the difference."

/johnny

[mrsmel]

S/he didn't want answers to questions, they wanted us to ask them the questions and receive their all-knowing and wise answers.

[Liberty Wins]

"I'm a supporter of the free market economy except I favor strong government regulations."

Come back and visit us after you have tried to start your first business.

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[Talisker]

Your faith in the power of education is misplaced - trying to educate an enemy agent is a fool’s errand. There is no obligation to do so - it is a RINO argument.

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[Idaho_Cowboy]

Probably a paid troll. The Dems are laying a trap. Their latest line is “we just want a conversation” on obamacare.

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That's all we wanted BEFORE they passed it. Talk now is a meaningless attempt to brainwash and lie to folks... Like the way we always talk about budget cuts after passing more spending.

[TexasRepublic]

Che apparently liked guns too, so long as they belonged to the Communist revolutionaries and not the downtrodden masses. So frankly, I’m not a bit impressed that some Leftists like guns.

Recent events in Venezuela and Ukraine have freshened our memories and strengthened our resolve: We American Patriots will be keeping our guns for their intended 2nd Amendment purpose, no thanks to Lefties like you.

I invite you to keep lurking on FreeRepublic — maybe you will eventually learn that Communism destroys every country where it is tried. Perhaps you already know that. Is destruction your intention for America?

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