That seems pretty bad though, since that would make radicalization a positive feedback loop. — FlaccidDoor
that would make radicalization a positive feedback loop. — FlaccidDoor
they are just happy to be noticed and to adopt the belief that following this politician will make their futures better than they are at the present. — Experi
Do you believe that your family members' conservative views are due to their environmental upbringing? Do you think these environments create echo chambers where people radicalize? — FlaccidDoor
I'm going to completely ignore your appeal against taking sides; and acknowledge from the outset that I am vehemently opposed to political correctness. — counterpunch
We live in the capitlism era. This means having money or at least a decent salary can provide you enter in the culture circle (books, theaters, universities, etc...)
Imagine having a low paid job like 700 euros or even less per month working in a boring job that nobody wants but the low qualification ones. — javi2541997
It is inconsiderate to ignore an explicit specification for the discussion clearly expressed in the original post. It's also against the rules of the forum. — T Clark
I disagree. I think seeking to proscribe the manner and scope of a discussion is bad form - which is why I brought attention to it. I have nothing to say about making peace with politically correct activists, but I can at least explain why I despise them - which is, in my view, a positive contribution to the overall discussion. — counterpunch
The reason politics has become divisive is because the conservative movement (about 80% of it) has lost their minds, has bought in to all this white grievance BS, believes crazy conspiracy theory shit, and is enthrall to a narcissistic sociopath. How can I have common cause with such people? So, I avoid them as much as possible. — RogueAI
However like I said the emotive argument of murder is disconnected from the complex and broader issue that is meant to be discussed (abortion). — Experi
The truth is that most of us have already chosen sides. — Bitter Crank
The moderators sometimes take a dim view of ignoring the rules so transparently. We'll see. — T Clark
It is interesting how the 'American way' or whatever you'd like to call it is seen as good and right though there are very loose ideas that hold it together, such as freedom. — Experi
So:
State your positions strongly but civilly. Clearly.
Show some respect.
Take the other guys ideas seriously.
Look for areas of agreement.
Look for common values.
Be self-aware about what's going on inside yourself while you're arguing.
Be willing to change your mind.
If it gets too hot, bail. — T Clark
I'm going to completely ignore your appeal against taking sides; and acknowledge from the outset that I am vehemently opposed to political correctness. — counterpunch
Also, being poor means living on the edge of small disasters which can happen at any time. One's life is precarious. Constant threat makes one more cautious, more likely to respond well to political promises of "the good old days" when people imagined life was better. — Bitter Crank
As long as you believe that what you are saying is worth ignoring what I asked I personally don't mind. I think everyone here is aware enough to refrain from rage baiting and getting baited. However I do think getting too lopsided in the analysis of contentious events is counterproductive towards what I made this discussion for. — FlaccidDoor
The truth is that most of us have already chosen sides. Pretending that we have not, that we are weighing the two sides on a sensitive scale, is a strategy more than a fact. We choose sides before we know it, given the heavy wash of social engagement. — Bitter Crank
I don't accept I have an obligation to colour within the lines you draw - unless you think your comprehension is so definitive, no-one could possibly have anything to add. I read your post, and I'm responding to it in the only way I can. — counterpunch
given its postmodern rejection of values, and a neo marxian preoccupation with power for power's sake — counterpunch
It's wrongheaded in a dozen different ways; and leads people - for instance, to ignore the Covid lockdown to protest against the mere fact this woman - Sarah Everard, was killed. — counterpunch
Such behaviour is a direct consequence of the unreasonableness of the overall politically correct narrative. Same with black lies matter. They think their politically correct righteousness is license to dismiss all other concerns! This kind of behaviour is in my view, symptomatic of the obsessive/compulsive psychology fostered by politically correct ideology - and it should be treated as a mental health issue. — counterpunch
Get involved in philosophical discussions about knowledge, truth, language, consciousness, science, politics, religion, logic and mathematics, art, history, and lots more. No ads, no clutter, and very little agreement — just fascinating conversations.