OK........ maybe I and others should read this post

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1. Negativity is like pornography

in that we know it when we see it.

In other words, it is a very subjective thing.

Any criticism can be perceived as negative. The truth can be perceived as negative as well. But truth is defined and defended with facts and well reasoned arguments.

I do not feel any animosity for Clinton supporters.

It does not mean though that I will not call out an inaccuracy if one is presented. I will challenge lies, distortions, and fabrications when I see them. I will present the facts and argue only from the place as I have done.

No, it is not always easy to let snark roll off your back especially when you are being rational and the other person is not even trying to debate you, only insult and deride you.

But I am human too. No one can be perfect. Sometimes I will lose my temper. I admit it and own it. I am passionate about Sanders as a candidate. Not because of him as a person so much as his positions and policies as being necessary and right. For once it just happens in my adult life to be congruent with the politician communicating them.

For me there is a difference between a 'negative campaign' and directly challenging someone who I believe is very wrong in very strong and well reasoned ways.

Of course, this goes without saying, that this is my take on this and does not reflect Sanders or anyone else here but me.