Why not look at the question for its merits and try to answer it truthfully instead of acting like a politician who knows everything. Is this how you wish others to treat your questions? And what are you afraid of anyway, that the truth may be different than you think? I appreciate good answers, and take them fully into account even when they disagree with me completly. If what you think is the gospel truth, then why don't you start asking the questions and seeking the answers that may help to bring this nation, and its people, a few steps closer to being on an even keel?
2007-07-09 12:48:06 · 9 answers · asked by haywoodwhy 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I think people have become defensive about what they believe in and what they may have said in the past about politics or any other controversial subject. e.g. I have some friends who were rabid about the merits of a particular politician now in high office who was going to turn this country around in not just one, but two, administrations and supported his party almost blindly. Now that the chinks in the armor are showing up and the lack of credentials and ethics is bared for all to see, they want to distance themselves from their previous statements. I'm not saying they don't have the right to review and change their opinions, but they can't be allowed to blame the current situations/problems on another political party by saying the minority members of Congress sabotagued the administration. Sometimes you just have to step up and say you were misled or heard what you wanted to hear because it was for your gain--not necessarily for the better of the country. Maybe they're embarrassed they were suckered into believing half-truths. But, who's to blame for that? We all need to keep abreast of current situations regardless of local or national impact by listening to and reading all sides of the issue even if we don't like the messenger. How can you make an informed decision if you don't have all the facts? Maybe it just comes down to the fact that the average person doesn't want to be bothered with anything outside his immediate world. It's going to catch up to us. As the late Molly Ivins wrote, our votes are our power. We own this country and the politicians work for us. Perhaps it's time we stood up and said what we don't like and what we do want to make this country great again.
2007-07-09 14:10:20 · answer #1 · answered by goldie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The problem with discussions about politics is that you're talking about a person's fundamental beliefs. Politics, like religion, is not a topic for casual conversation and it certainly isn't a good idea to attack someone's beliefs or try to change their mind. Even if you think they're wrong, it will do you no good to point this out to them. They will just become defensive and more entrenched in their position, because they feel exactly the same way about you and your position.
There's also a great deal of difficulty in ascertaining what is the "truth". It should be easy, you would think, but that is far from the case. Your truth can be very different from mine, you have your side of the story and I have mine, so tread very carefully, because there are a lot of toes out there that are very easy to tread on.
2007-07-09 20:22:27 · answer #2 · answered by xanjo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
People are just afraid to hear anyone who has an opinion other than their own. The ones who "go off" when you discuss politics reveal themselves with their answers and attitudes. It is simply best to ignore such dillweeds and try and find those, whether they agree or not, who can carry on an intelligent conversation. It is a difficult process, and I answer a few politically themed questions sporadically, but am not even tempted to ask, because there are a lot of immature people, young and old alike, who will report you simply because you have a differing opinion. This is the computer Internet, but freedom, it seems, comes at a cost. Ah, well, and that is why I choose to ask questions in other sections of Y/A and goof off. I understand your dilemma, and can only say, "I understand".
2007-07-09 12:56:26 · answer #3 · answered by enbsayshello 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most people don't know why they like one party or another and are not really versed on the issues. That only leaves negative comments or they wouldn't be able to answer.
I love a healthy argument about the facts.
2007-07-09 12:52:54 · answer #4 · answered by Truth is elusive 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Because politics, like religion, is a BELIEF for people. Beliefs are the strongest forces in your subconscious and will cause you to do violence to those opposed to your beliefs.
Which is why I say - NO MORE BELIEFS!
FP
2007-07-09 12:51:30 · answer #5 · answered by F. Perdurabo 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Because everybody thinks that their answer is the only right one. And the only right way. Everybody that has another answer is a moron. It's sad that people think that way.
2007-07-09 12:56:17 · answer #6 · answered by aarond53 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it's my opinion that you'll give yourself an ulcer if you spend much time trying to reason with the people that behave that way.
2007-07-09 12:53:27 · answer #7 · answered by gypz9 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
avoid controversy avoid politics and religion
Don't make statements this is yahoo answers not yahoo statements!
2007-07-09 12:57:24 · answer #8 · answered by Jan Luv 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
cause they are ignorant
2007-07-09 12:55:16 · answer #9 · answered by Henry_Tee 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋