(08-09-2023, 01:12 PM)Lucky2Last Wrote: Because you aren't discovering these issues on your own. They are brought to the forefront of the discussion for specific reasons. They are amplified as a distraction, not because there is a genuine concern for resolution. I say you are beholden to the barkers because this is what they put in front of your face and it's what you concern yourself with.

There are much greater issues at play in our country, and I never see you guys talking about it. At least you have an issue you're passionate that has been constant, even if it wouldn't solve anything. I rarely ever see moderates talking about anything except what's in the news. That's a form of mind control, whether you see it or not.

Did you miss the part where I said I don't agree with 90% or more of the things the news wants me to be upset about?
I'm not here starting threads about the outrage of the day. I'm not here adding the outrage of the day to most threads. It's rare that the liberal outrage of the day actually gets me angry at all.
I see what you're saying that Marty and I are just reacting rather than actively pushing an agenda, that's valid, but, speaking for myself at least, I react on my own terms, and usually not in the way "they" would like me to.

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