RE: Anyone Buying This Venezuela Bullshit Is A Complete Fucking Moron
Although I agree with your premise about Venezuela, don't you think that calling those who have a different opinion CONTRARY to what we are collectively seeking? i.e., a healthy and respectful debate - at least for those like us trying to sway the opinions of those who would otherwise support the opposition of Venezuela? In other words, wouldn't there be more compelling arguments to make instead of aggressive criticisms? Lastly, doesn't this kind of language emit a negative vibration which is counter-intuitive to the ultimate goal (which I think we agree would be "peace")?
And don't you think that by employing such aggressive language you are not willfully (or ignorantly) partaking in the divide-and-conquer tactics by making careless statements like "fucking morons" to others?
I would have expected a lot better and more constructive rhetoric from a journalist of your caliber.
Highly dissapointed...
Respectfully,
I think there are times when nice words are appropriate as well as harsh language. In this case, I have to agree to the harsh language. She is allowed to vent in her writing because she is 100% correct. Especially when you have people like her little Steemit troll who have such intense cognitive dissonance, sometimes you just have to call it like you see it. Sometimes people are morons, it's just the truth.
Not disputing her correctness (about the issue) at all. That is besides my point. Venting is ok and all.
But you need to consider the FORUM in which she is posting her contents. Steemit (and other online outlets) is a place were thousands of people - with differing opinions and viewpoints - get exposed to complex and controversial material. If the material/message is negative in tone, aggressive in nature, it doesn't cultivate a healthy atmosphere in which people can engage and be respective of each others' opinions.
She directly states people are "fucking morons" WITHOUT giving them a chance to engage, i.e., she is shutting herself off to any discussion (almost like a child covering their ears). Very childish, arrogant, and immature, imho.
So rather, it fuels the divide-and-conquer attempts by the powers-that-be who want exactly that. In other words, she is playing right into their hands. Foolish. Folly. Hypocrisy.
I am not sure if he reads the comments on her Steemit posts; but I will assume she does. In this case, I implore her to challenge my remarks (in a mature and civil fashion of course). If we don't hear from her, then I assume that she doesn't have the tact or line of reasoning to do so...
I get what you are saying, and agree. Although I feel like most of her writing is informing and allowing people a chance to engage and learn in a non-aggressive/non-judgemental manner. I just looked at this piece as venting and frustration, which I think is understandable.
I have these very frustrating feelings about people myself, and for me, it feels good to see that expressed, as well as her usual educational posts. It was cathartic for me to read it as much as it was for her to write it. I think it's helpful to try to understand all sides of where people are coming from, and take into consideration their usual demeanor and internet persona.
"Let the hate flow through you" dark side life
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100% correct?
I agree, with you totally...it is so easy to be pulled into the ad hominem. Choosing words is a must -- don t get me wrong self censorship is not the aim here m-- when so many attack what I think with vitriol. I fall into the pit with them.