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In reply to the discussion: I refuse to let cynicism make me bitter.. [View all]greatlaurel
(2,004 posts)From the time in the late 1960's when we saw the attitude of "All politicians are the same" pushed heavily in the media, voter turnout has decreased and apathy has increased. It is a seductive mindset excusing one from trying to do anything to help. Cynicism is pushed heavily here and is very effective in harming Democratic Party candidates at all levels. Hubert Humphrey was greatly harmed by this meme in 1968. Of course, Humphrey would have been a vastly better president than the vile Nixon, but no one wants to admit the electorate was seduced by the attitude that Humphrey was no better than Nixon. The right wing has used this tactic to great effect ever since. We saw with Gore and they are using it in a full court press against Hillary Clinton, now. If she fails to win the Democratic Party presidential nomination, the same meme will be used against whoever runs with some variations to fit the candidate.
Thanks for the post. Keep up the good work. I am trying to do my part in my little corner of the world, too.