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Posted by James K on January 26, 2006, at 10:33:25
I'm having a problem with the way those work. I've looked back and tried to understand the lines that get crossed, and I'm not sure.
Obviously I haven't been blocked yet, but I don't know if that is because I'm still flying under the radar or I'm tiptoeing the minefield correctly.
I know there have been past debates on this, so I hope I'm not rehashing too much, but the board admits it can be a challenge and is subject to change. Maybe we need some specific instructions - like - referring to leaders by nicknames even common ones is disrespectable and thus must go.
I guess what I'm trying also to figure out, is the issue down to "The current administration is criminal." versus "Some constitutional scholars have stated that the current administrations actions would not pass judicial muster." Or is the issue more along the lines of " Some people hate the president and some people love him. We musn't hurt the lover's feelings." (that sounds sarcastic, but it's supposed to be minimilized to the smallest core issue). Politics inspire anger and fear and disgust and dread, even hate. Not exclusive to the negative emotions, but there wouldn't be much use of debating whether we like the policies, or we love the policies.
Can I be angry at actions of individuals and governments without hurting or offending the people who disagree with me, or is the disagreement in itself hurtful.
I'm losing posting friends left and right, and I don't want to be next.
thank you
james k
Posted by Jakeman on January 26, 2006, at 19:47:16
In reply to The political board blocks, posted by James K on January 26, 2006, at 10:33:25
Good questions. I've found that the that political board is not a good place to express your politics. I believe that politics and mental health are often intertwined. Look at the writings of Pablo Neruda. But it's almost impossible to have a lively discussion about that subject on the politics board.
warm regards ~Jake
Posted by Dr. Bob on January 27, 2006, at 2:46:13
In reply to The political board blocks, posted by James K on January 26, 2006, at 10:33:25
> Politics inspire anger and fear and disgust and dread, even hate. Not exclusive to the negative emotions, but there wouldn't be much use of debating whether we like the policies, or we love the policies.
What about debating which policies would be better?
> Can I be angry at actions of individuals and governments without hurting or offending the people who disagree with me, or is the disagreement in itself hurtful.
You can be angry. Would thinking of this in terms of I-statements help?
Bob
Posted by James K on February 7, 2006, at 14:17:41
In reply to The political board blocks, posted by James K on January 26, 2006, at 10:33:25
If someone uses Swiftian satire and someone else doesn't know what that is or what is going on, is there some way to explain ahead of time or warn, or is Swiftian satire just out? (If I've misspelled Swiftian or just made the word up forgive me. I'm referring to the guy who wrote Gulliver's Travels). That could be a serious trip up. real question. could use a real answer.
thanks,
James k
Posted by AuntieMel on February 7, 2006, at 14:51:45
In reply to Question for admin, Politics » James K, posted by James K on February 7, 2006, at 14:17:41
Sarcasm isn't allowed, so if your satire seems sarcastic it would be a problem.
Unless you're really good at satire, you might want to avoid it - or run it by someone else before posting it.
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