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In reply to the discussion: Agree/disagree:Obama reminds us he has no policy toward Ukraine or Russia other than to blame Putin. [View all]TheKentuckian
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To place an expectation of simultaneously popping both into existence is actually a logical fallacy and pretty much flat silly.
Often it may only take one set of eyes to see a problem but will take the combined mental capacity, experiences, and creativity of many to solve.
Hell, one can whine AND present alternatives. John McShame whines about Obama's insufficient warmongering constantly and has his own insane answer.
The kid in the back seat might whine about the music on the radio and yes will offer you an alternative but that kid is still whining away.
You don't think the coach whining about a call doesn't have an alternative in mind?
One of the things people most whine about in my observation is their solutions not being executed.
I think complaining is a more accurate word for what you describe and is fair enough but complaints can and often have merit and so language with more baggage to carry is employed to edge perceptions.