2016 Postmortem
In reply to the discussion: Your sanctimonious bullshit is wearing a little thin [View all]Tennessee Gal
(6,160 posts)It is extremely difficult to live in an area with such heightened ignorance on the issues.
I was proud that Tennessee went for Clinton in 92 and 96. Then I was furious that Tennessee did not go for Al Gore.
I have been very vocal with my opinions in the past, especially in 2000. I learned that it is much more effective around here to choose my battles wisely and speak with reason and common sense. I challenge the ignorant with questions and point out facts. When they cannot answer questions on their positions or cannot refute facts, they have lost the argument. Deep down they know that and perhaps that little seed of doubt will grow to full awareness and changing of minds. One step, one voter, at a time.
Keep up the good work, fleur-de-lisa!