Posted by Dinah on February 4, 2006, at 11:25:26
In reply to Re: Let me see if |I understand this? » tealady, posted by zeugma on February 4, 2006, at 5:52:46
I don't understand that at all.
It seems to me that issues can be discussed if there is a desire to discuss issues, and without being uncivil. I could do so myself with a like minded individual who differs with me on any given policy if I felt moved to do so.
It's not that I don't understand anger at political issues. I've been known to mutter a few things towards the administration, Congress, and most directly our recovery czar that wouldn't pass muster on Babble. But I can also choose to discuss the issues only, and why New Orleans deserves help, without mentioning any private thoughts that may be quite uncivil. One of our local radio show hosts manages to interview people with civility despite his strong opinions on their actions and viewpoints.
I don't quite understand why that wouldn't be so in general. ???
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