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In reply to the discussion: When people call the majority opposed to Syrian intervention.... [View all]socialist_n_TN
(11,481 posts)45. In the meta sense, we don't disagree. Or not very much.....
And I definitely agree that maybe the average American is starting to shake off some of his lethargy about politics. I was mostly referring to the meme that talks about it being the ONLY reason for the opposition to this intervention. And especially the only reason among politically aware people.
I hope you're right as to your last sentence and paragraph.
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socialist_n_TN
Sep 2013
OP
When ya look at what gets watched the most on TV it's no wonder they think that. n/t
L0oniX
Sep 2013
#58
The only reason I'm not "protest weary" is because I'm now protesting.....
socialist_n_TN
Sep 2013
#8
If I thought I would see at least some smidgeon of social justice in my lifetime (e.g., Bush and
HardTimes99
Sep 2013
#17
Props to you for the Lenin reference. Sometimes, as with Occupy, it seems like years can go by
HardTimes99
Sep 2013
#25
You confuse public agreement on this particular issue at this particular time
tritsofme
Sep 2013
#20
...and when people call those who reluctantly feel military action may be necessary...
brooklynite
Sep 2013
#34
It is comparatively rare for DUers to refer to chicken-hawks. If anyone has feelings that are hurt
AnotherMcIntosh
Sep 2013
#39
The people that want to profit from war don't participate in war. That's for the little people.
Egalitarian Thug
Sep 2013
#44
Well said, the voice of experience should teach us all. Thank you Cleita.....
Rebellious Republican
Sep 2013
#40
And don't forget that part about being right every time. That's important. K&R
Egalitarian Thug
Sep 2013
#43
For you, and it's not about weariness. "Soldiers of peace are just changing the game..."
ancianita
Sep 2013
#57