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In reply to the discussion: Pic Of The Moment: Meanwhile, In Kansas... [View all]trc
(823 posts)27. The problem with referencing Hitler
is not an issue with contextual referencing of evil, its normalizing the idea that Hitler is someone who should be referenced as having something valuable to add to American political discourse.
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Good gawd. Safe or not safe, this crock of crap shitstain for a woman needs to go.
lonestarnot
Oct 2016
#3
Well, yeah that's true. I just doubt she was illuminating a Hitler quote to make a nuanced point to
BlancheSplanchnik
Oct 2016
#8
Of course abortion is a point of view issue or there would be no disputes over it!
whatthehey
Oct 2016
#31
Exactly. The Genetic Fallacy -- condemn an argument because of its source -- seems strong here.
Fortinbras Armstrong
Oct 2016
#58
The most profound thing Hitler ever said, one I'm certain we can all agree upon, was . . .
Journeyman
Oct 2016
#13
I am wondering if Ms. Peggy Mast would cite medical research results from Josef Mengele?
yellowcanine
Oct 2016
#17
I am wondering if Ms. Peggy Mast would cite medical research results from Josef Mengele?
AlbertCat
Oct 2016
#43
Using "discernment" while praising a Hitler quote is laughable on it face.
SleeplessinSoCal
Oct 2016
#18
Same week Kansas Solicitor General cited Dred Scott decision with approval
Sanity Claws
Oct 2016
#29
I get it. But to my mind, comparing PP to The Nazis is pretty fuckin' bad, too.
Warren DeMontague
Oct 2016
#53
it's that so many on OUR side also seem to have lost critical thinking skills
Grey Lemercier
Oct 2016
#71
Well, I would never use the words " Great Quote From Hitler" to back up or
montana_hazeleyes
Oct 2016
#41