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In reply to the discussion: Would you rather of had Bernie run for President as an independent?! [View all]Ken Burch
(50,254 posts)when I asked that question. Fine, I'll stipulate that we disagree on that point.
I'm not sure why you think the guy would have forgotten what usually happens to third-party presidential candidates and decide to blow the remainder of his political career to bits by turning into being the next Nader. by acting recklessly when he's never been reckless before, but I accept that you believe that.
Let me ask it this way, to clarify: On the issues of the day, on what we support and oppose in terms of ideas, would you actually say we disagree on anything beyond the things I listed.
We are both solidly pro-choice. We are both solidly against any form of institutional bigotry and social oppression.
I support a more egalitarian and small-d set of economic values than you might. You are more open to the frequent use of military force, especially in the Arab/Muslim world, than I am.
Neither of us thinks Bernie should run again, but we have different ideas on how to prevent that happening.
Beyond that, I can't honestly think of anything we are at odds about in terms of the major issues that affect this country and the world.
What views do I hold that you feel have no place in the spectrum of ideas within the Democratic Party?
What views do you see me as holding that are so impermissible that what you call "snark" and what a lot of other people see as pointless personal derision is the only effective way to respond?
Why isn't it enough for you to do what most people do here when facing posters they don't totally agree with and simply respond to what they've posted on the merits of the issue? What do you think you would lose if you treated everyone here with a basic level of human respect and dignity?
It's not like DU would be a better place if nobody here disagreed with you. OR if nobody disagreed with me.