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yeahh..i don't do politics either.I'm far too opinionated.
Can't do it. Sometimes I try, but really I just don't have the energy. We have our beliefs and values. And they're just as valid as others'.
Most people can't swallow that last tidbit though, so I don't like talking to them about things.
I dont like politics either. They usually confuse me.
I hate politics but that's because I know too much about what is going on. Is there anyway they could both lose?
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I think we should be able to write REDO, seriously
It's funny, because I talk about politics all the time. Especially lately, what with the election and all. I don't put all of my opinions out there all the time, but I talk about it more generally. Like "what did you think about the debate last night?"...rather than "Why the hell would you vote for blah di blah?", so it doesn't get too heated. I try not to get into arguments about it, but people around me generally know my position on things.
I agree w/you Kels. Unless they're my friend and we already know the boundaries, I just keep it generalized.I don't mind talking politics, but it all depends on with whom. For example, one of my good friends is a hard core repub (I'm a dem). When we talk politics it isn't yelling over eachother or belittling our beliefs, but more speaking our mind, explaining WHY we feel that way (which i think is the most important part), then listening to what the other person has to say.
We might not agree w/eachother, but I always learn something when I talk to her and don't feel the need to choke her afterwards :)
Talking politics w/a co-worker of mine, however... completely different story. He goes WAY off the deep end and argues w/you even if you agree w/him!!
I went to England and Ireland this Summer and found it really interesting to hear what the Brit youth thought of the States and their own country. I like listening to politics sometimes, but my discussions are very very very few and far between.
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I actually found the opposite. I had a really cool, calm conversation. They were really unhappy with their own government and felt like we were in the same boat politically.
Oh- and while they were aware of the stereotypes, they weren't defending them or anything. They were just like yeah- we know how people see Americans, but obv. it's not all like that.
The guy I'm referring to lived in Wells. He was treated as the "country" guy growing up so I think he had a pretty good notion of stereotypes.
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I chock it up to the limitations of language and human comprehension. Most people (I'd argue all) can't always think in terms without categorizing. It's a actually an incredibly "Western" thing to categorize. We just started taking it a bit too far. In my Religion & Culture class today we watched an episode of 30 Days where a W. Virginia Christian male was sent to "Muslim Country" in Michigan. He had to spend 30 days learning all about Islam and their culture. I love that kind of thing. Shred stereotypes with open-minds and knowledge!
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I think i would agree on what you said about it being the limitations of language and human comprehension. we have categories for everything!
Blaaaaaah! I just stupidly got into a debate, even though I advise myself against it, and I completely regret it!!!What even compels us to spout our ideals to those who have no intention of listening? I would like to understand that to better prevent it.
I hate politics. I am a huge hot head and will voice my opinion. It's hard because my boyfriend and I are pretty opposite when it comes to politics, so we can never talk about it! Our friend though, on Facebook, one of his interests is fighting about politics. I think that's pretty low and he is a jerk about it too! That's why I can't stand all of it. Haha.
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It's so nice to find a discussion about politics that doesn't devolve into partisan bashing.
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I voted! Yay. Took me almost three hours...but I did it. Whoo!
I can't wait to vote on Tuesday, and I can't wait to sit by the TV all night biting my nails. Actually, I probably would rather avoid the waiting part, but I can't wait to see who wins! I've been so into this election, and I've been hugely supporting my candidate since February of last year, so it's been a very long time, and now it's finally coming to an end, thank God.
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I am excited about voting on Tuesday as well. Gonna make a homemade pot of chili and gather around the tv for a def all nighter!!! I have such an adrenaline rush during these kinds of things...
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haha jamie, that's the exact same thing that happened to me. everyone gave me dirty looks because i got to skip the line.
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i voted early on friday, but im still super amped over seeing who will win (i hope who i voted for wins... knock on wood) !!!
I was really incredibly moved by both speeches tonight. McCain's made me cry- I'm such a baby.
thank the Flying Spaghetti Monster it's over!:D
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I cried during Obama's speech though both men did amazing jobs. Thanks to everyone who voted!
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I'm way too emotional too. I definitely did my fair share of crying last night. I'm a huge Obama supporter, but I thought that McCain did a great job with his speech and was very gracious and respectful. I appreciated that.
I voted and drove all the way to Denver from Greeley which is like 75 miles away to do it! Woo hoo!!
I study politics, so I talk about it a fair bit to some of my friends. I think politics is really interesting, but I have had some fairly heated discussions over it. Even though I couldn't vote coz I'm not American, i am glad that Obama won, fair play to ye for voting for him.
Best of all.....NO MORE BUSH!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Best of all.....NO MORE BUSH!!!!!!!!!!!!!
anyone else with me??
have a similar experience when talking politics?