Simply present a viewpoint without being labeled either? Politics are about those issues that affects our lives on a daily basis, and all of us have different viewpoints on how to resolve those issues, but it is next to impossible to find a solution if people dig in their heels and their only response is "Liberals this" and "Conservatives that". How about some healthy and spirited debate, but without hitting anyone you disagree with below the belt?
2007-01-15 15:34:09 · 11 answers · asked by flyhasitall 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
I don't know why people say liberal and conservative as we aren't one way or the other. It would be wise to look for our similarities and talk about those. Take abortion for example. I hate the idea of people spending all the energy(and money) trying to make a law, then trying to change a law, then more change, then back about the first law and particularly where it is telling people how they should be. On the other hand I hate abortion. I think it's disgusting and sad all around. Everybody is hurt and the body parts are harvested and human fetus' are definitely in vaccinations and I don't know what else now.
If we lived in a normal life a woman's doctor would actually know her and would make choices with her.
Why can't communities say we don't want Dr. so and so to practice here because he or she has young woman lined up for abortions which he gives without thought?
Why can't we say what can we do as parents and role models to teach people self respect and respect for others to prevent the whole thing?
Liberal? Conservative?
I think the definitions divide us, not define us and I am always looking for people who just talk straight from the hip and not straight from the lip.
2007-01-15 15:56:53 · answer #1 · answered by Heather 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The responses to the above link seem mostly unfavorable to the premise. That indicates there seems to be a resistance to cease using the word yet, at least those who felt moved to answer. The choice to continue it's usage or not would have to come from the general authorities, not the membership. That's simply how the church is organized: from the top down. My turn: Sometimes a question will be posted in a certain fashion that indicates a 'side' has been chosen, and responses may be all over the board. I'm guilty on that regard, but I do not, or at least try not, to attempt to be 'inflammatory'. Being advesarial does not necessarily mean 'foe'. Answering post to preserve a point of view is equally difficult, and sometimes it's a chore to separate the poster from the post. Once again I'm as guilty as the next, but I try to at least research the 'other side of the coin', as the first side has usually been presented. I certainly never intended to become a vicious 'anti' and preceived as a villainous cretin, but I knew from the beginning this was not going to be a walk in the park. I've reread some of my past posts, and I can say that some were handled without too much sympathy or compassion; others I think are spot on. Learning to live with diverse attitudes is the beginning of acceptance. Without that, people will continue to run on emotions where reason could prevent a disaster. Like, Peace
2016-05-24 20:22:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Possibly? Yes. Likely? No. These labels can be useful in describing a person's political philosophy, but they are often misused. The most abused term IMHO is Neocon. Many of those left of center seem to think that Neocons are extreme right hyper religious ultra conservative on all issues. That is very far from reality. If people are going to use labels (& they always will) they should at least make some effort to use them accurately.
I don't consider liberal or conservative to be hitting below the belt. That's the case only when they are missused.
2007-01-15 17:09:17 · answer #3 · answered by yupchagee 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. And people who are this sensitive need to not be in Politics. By nature, politics is contentious.
The place is already so PC you can barely speak your mind without it being insulting to someone.
2007-01-15 15:49:27 · answer #4 · answered by ? 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Chi Guy. I'd also love to talk about politics without partisanship and emphasize on what the people needs.
However, this forum isn't designed for that, unfortunately.
2007-01-15 15:44:10 · answer #5 · answered by Shaka Mahottama 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
not really. the political issues are what actually divides us. to make up for it, some fence sitters or other pacifiers call themselves liberal-conservative, fiscal-conservative or what ever new hypenated political term is the flavor of the week, month, year.
2007-01-15 15:39:40 · answer #6 · answered by curious_One 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Can you discuss relationships without "him" and "her?"
Everything comes dpwn to Liberal and conservative. Everything.
I think the whole idea of bi-partisanship or "centrist" is ludicrous.
Either you believe it or you don't.
Fight for your beliefs. No compromise.
2007-01-15 16:03:06 · answer #7 · answered by bettysdad 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Although I completely agree with you, your suggestion will not work in this forum.
Many come here to vent, not to mend. Many come here to validate their views, not heed others. Its like going to a bar and asking people not to drink. The intellectuals and radio/TV hosts (both sides) do the same. So the extremists follow suit. That being said being a "Liberal" or a "Conservative" isn't in it self a dirty word.
I would love to see your statement come true.
2007-01-15 15:36:57 · answer #8 · answered by Chi Guy 5 · 2⤊ 2⤋
It would be nice, but some kind of label is going to be attached no matter what you do
2007-01-15 15:46:41 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Uh...NO!
Liberal views can't be expressed in conservative terms...AND...it ain't never gonna be that way!
2007-01-15 15:40:33 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋