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by braveo 3371 days ago
If you disagree with 90% of his policies, but you vote for him anyway because of his LGBT activism, you're no better than racists could also disagree with 90% of a white man's policies, but still vote for them because their opponent was black.

I know you'll argue against that point, but I mention it not for you, but to put what you said into context for other readers.
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Ralfp 3370 days ago
Actually, I fail to see the point you are making. I'm arguing that people should be active in shaping popular discourse of their societies while honing and validating their opinions as they clash those with other opinions.

Is your argument "oh, but racists are also shaping discourse of their societes"?

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braveo 3370 days ago
like I said, I don't actually expect you to admit to such a horrible way of choosing who to vote for.

My post wasn't for you.

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