Reply #141: I agree, you shouldnt have to look

[AlecBGreen]

I think its genetic/cultural for many progressives to be rational, polite, and discussion-oriented. We are convinced of the validity of our arguments and we assume that others will come around if we just get better at making our argument. OTOH many conservatives I know have no qualms about hootin and hollerin and making a scene just to get their point across. THAT kind of attitude is 'sexy' to the media and is well-covered. It goes against my nature to be so vocally adamant. I guess its is a skill I must work on strengthening.

Those like MLK Jr & Ghandi are great examples of progressives gaining the limelight in the right way for the right reasons. I dont know how the abolitionists and suffragists got their message across, but Im sure we could learn from them.