I don't discuss politics.
Well, I will say that I do engage in a little bit of discussion -- and I mean very little -- with Earl, on occasion. But in general, I like to keep my political opinions to myself.
Some people enjoy political debate, and can remain civil and thoughtful even when confronted with opinions that are far different from their own.
Sadly, many cannot. This is why I don't discuss politics.
I don't enjoy listening to others discuss politics, either. Or watching, as in the case of Facebook over the past several days.
The Massachusetts special election for U.S. Senate is over. Hopefully the discussion will die down pretty soon.
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For someone who doesn't like to discuss... ;}~ Hopefully the debate will NOT die down. This is important stuff.
I'm not discussing politics. I'm discussing how people discuss politics.
But you're right, Ruth -- current issues facing the country are too imortant not to discuss. I'll just look forward to the end of the gloating and the sour grapes talk regarding the election.
I couldn't agree with you more. I don't discuss politics and I don't like the way other people "discuss" politics. I'm looking forward to seeing Facebook status updates about kids, weather, vacations, etc. If I want to see stuff about politics, I'll read the news.
yep i 100% agree with you. i hate seeing sour grapes/gloating on political stuff on fb,it's annoying. and so is a play by play of sports games. just sayin'. ;)
AMEN, SISTER. I feel the same about all hot topics - politics, religion, etc. I have my opinions, but I am not interested in discussing (i.e., PUSHING) my beliefs with anyone else. I wish others would give me the same respect!
I accidentally rejected GOClimb's comment and now can't get it back. Care to repost, GOClimb?
Why bother? I think you made your point. You're not interested in hearing what's on your friends' minds if what they care about is something bigger than daily life. If that's so, then you *should* delete my earlier comment. The only two valid responses to your point are agreement, or silence.
Actually, GOClimb, the Julie who wrote that she wanted to see more daily life type discussion was a different Julie, not me.
People's comments here and on FB are forcing me to refine my thinking about this. I don't mind people expressing their disappointment with the election results, or even their satisfaction. What I don't like are comments saying that people were either stupid or smart depending on how they voted, and I've seen both today. There's nothing wrong with looking forward to the gloating and griping going away.
I see. With the same name, and similar outlooks, I didn't realize on first reading that there were two Julies.
Yes, gloating, pouting, and other childish behavior are never pleasant to be around. Especially in adults. That part of your point I agree with.
But as for me, I'm not sorry to see some kind of emotional response from people. While the impact of elections isn't as direct and obvious as the earthquake in Haiti, the cumulative results over time of many elections can be just as big.
We sometimes treat government as a horse race or a team sport - taking sides and getting happy or sad depending on the outcome of our "team". But unlike the sports analogy, people may live or die, have a decent productive life or struggle and go bankrupt, depending on the environment in which they live. And like it or not, government plays a very significant (though behind-the-scenes) part in shaping that environment.
Caring deeply about such things is not, IMO, a fault.
Oh, and I meant to apologize for confusing the two Julies.
Cheers,
GO
How funny, GOClimb -- I was just thinking of you.
Thank you for your thoughtful post. I agree with your analogy, especially as it pertains to sports (another pet peeve...sure, root for your team and be happy when it wins, but don't gloat and put down people who are fans of the other team) and how matters of national interest are so much more important. Thank you for sharing.
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