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In reply to the discussion: This may start a DU dispute," but [View all]Vivienne235729
(3,748 posts)But there are consequences to their actions whether we like it or not. And those moderates and independents are why Biden won. Without them, he wouldn't have won. Without them is why we didn't fare as well as we could have down ballot. And they didn't come up w that on the street on the sly. It was thought through and someone thought it was ok. It's not. It's rooted in much anger. And while I understand the frustration, our actions need to come from a place of strength. Not anger. Just like saying, "fuck the police". I get where it's coming from but again, but it doesn't have good optics or will do any good. So you can say it and it makes you FEEL better but it won't do shit to enact change.
I don't disagree w you on some things. But like it our not, optics matter and so do words and perceptions. We can be strong in our messaging without handing our opponents gifts on a silver platter. Don't be angry. Be smart.