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Comment on Just what does it mean to be "civil"and a social conservative?

2009-11-06T22:11:14Z

You are right. People want to hear honest conversation about the issues not name calling.

Comment on Just what does it mean to be "civil"and a social conservative?

2009-10-21T01:46:10Z

> I sometimes think the rhetoric coming from some of the leading voices on our side is so strident that it has the opposite effect of winning others to our point of view.

Only sometimes? : j

From my standpoint, the attacks and anger we get so often from Rush, Sean, Glenn Beck, etc. scares away so many Americans from considering conservative ideas.

Even the chanting and such at Sarah Palin events last fall was not conducive to winning over centrist voters. (What was their platform again?)

I'm new to the politics game - lots to learn - but I'd say conservatives need more soul-searching, research gathering and ideas... and a lot less sensationalism.

Great post, thanks!

Comment on Just what does it mean to be "civil"and a social conservative?

2009-10-20T20:37:14Z

I think this will prove to be a challenging, but worthwhile, dialog to have. Challenging, in that so few are able to effectively merge their passion for conservative (or, for that matter, liberal) philosophy with civility. Typically, passion and emotion trumps civility leading to Rantland. Or, maybe that's just me.

It will be worthwhile in that, as you note, no hearts and minds are won by clubbing each other over the head. In fact, people become more closed off and LESS informed when they perceive those who disagree with them to simply be mocking them. It's just simple human nature. Why would I be attracted to a perspective that makes me feel small?

I'm looking forward to seeing how this blog dialog progresses. I think it will challenge many of us to better articulate our views. When you strive to avoid peppering your perspective with insults, condescension and self-righteousness it forces you to home in on the issues and related nuances that truly are the difference makers.

I'll hang up and listen off the air.

Comment on Just what does it mean to be "civil"and a social conservative?

2009-10-19T01:21:43Z

Wow. Me, too. Although I still will have uncontrollable conniptions from time to time. Luck, peace and God's blessings on ya, bro.