I was told by someone very seriously that if they had to choose someone who would most match up with my politics it would probably be Jefferson Davis. As a person from the north, this irritated me. Should I be offended by this comment?
2007-07-26 17:18:58 · 14 answers · asked by Christie G 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
I would most definitely be offended. Not only was Jefferson Davis an ultra-conservative staunch supporter of slavery, he was also a traitor and an incompetent leader.
2007-07-26 17:27:06 · answer #1 · answered by tribeca_belle 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Maybe this is an opportunity for you to examine your own beliefs and see what offends you about Jefferson Davis and how you might be different or similar and why. A little self examination of your own thoughts is actually a good thing. It's called introspection. And, then weigh it on it's own merrit if it actually his political beliefs are similar to your personal political beliefs or truths. If it's simply because you are from the south that this person made this comment, then it is flippant and should be ignored. In other words, just let it roll off your back if it is a flippant comment. Let's face it context is everything.
2007-07-27 00:23:02 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
I noticed from your profile that you may be new. This is one of the most controversial categories on Y/A. You're going to need to understand that whatever your position you're going to be attacked and if you're going to last you've got to grow some thick skin. There are some regulars on here that play hard ball. If you take it too seriously you'll be in trouble.
Having said this much I'm growing tired so... To all those who've agreed and those who haven't, the Dems, Libs, Cons, Reps, Greens, Independents, Libertarians, Constitutionalists, Populists, and the rest I've overlooked and will soon be condemned for, I've had a great time on Y/A and look forward to your challenges and accolades at another time, GOOD NIGHT!
2007-07-27 00:34:04 · answer #3 · answered by Don W 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you should be offended greatly. Jefferson Davis was a major part of the Southern States' attempt to preserve the evil institution of slavery, and to break the union in half. I'm curious though -- what views do you have that prompted this comparison?
2007-07-27 00:24:19 · answer #4 · answered by Stephen L 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think you would need to give us a little breakdown of your politics for us to give you a decent answer. I'm from the "North" too and I don't really understand what you are implying...
2007-07-27 00:25:01 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why don't you go to a library or bookstore and get a copy of Davis' biography, and decide after you read it?
Personally, I think it was a compliment, but you need to make up your own mind on it.
2007-07-27 00:24:03 · answer #6 · answered by open4one 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
One lesson of life it's good to learn is not to take such things personally. The comment was all about the other person's hangups and quirkiness, not yours. Let it go.
2007-07-27 00:24:28 · answer #7 · answered by Michael da Man 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. Geography has little to do with Political viewpoints. I personally agreed with much of what the South did and only my loyalty to America would have kept me from joining them. (Assuming I was alive during the time period, etc)
2007-07-27 00:22:29 · answer #8 · answered by T-22<> 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
dont worry about it.Jefferson Davis who I heard was a democrat. was not all that extreame in his views and actually opposed the secession of the south he was proslavery, no defending that . but dont believe the hype.
2007-07-27 00:59:01 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. Grow some more skin. It will be alright. I've been called every name in Webster's arsenal. It goes with the territory.
2007-07-27 00:25:16 · answer #10 · answered by Chi Guy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋