Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Volaris

(11,811 posts)
12. If im in a bar, my response is 'our revolution was built in bars over beers,
Tue Jul 9, 2024, 05:46 PM
Jul 2024

And that you'd rather watch football than engage in the business of good civics tells me EXACTLY what's wrong with this country. That said, I'm happy to watch the game, get a good buzz on and ignore the ass you're about to make of yourself.'

That conversation usually happens AFTER they start bitching about politics, and they decide they want to go back to the game rather than keep a reasonable conversation going.
Finding the closet liberals (even on the singular topic they care about) in a red state sports bar, does take some work. It's usually worth it for a shared bucket after the fact...

Recommendations

1 members have recommended this reply (displayed in chronological order):

Latest Discussions»General Discussion»Best approach to "I'm not...»Reply #12