Single Issue Voters & the threat to democracy in America

[Brian Blackwell]

The LARGEST single issue voters are the ones like the OPoster here. The ones that aren't really single issue voters EXCEPT that THEIR single issue is to "DEFEAT THE OTHER SIDE". And that's where we're headed. You can feel it in the threads at USMB. EVERY party animal is becoming a "single issue voter" and they will vote for DAMAGED, CORRUPT, EGOTISTICAL bastards and bitches if that's what their party is offering to DEFEAT -- the other side.

That's the demise of the 2 Brand name parties. And by being only concerned about winning power and NOT THE ISSUES -- America is circling the drain politically..

It's a purposeful divide and conquer. It's an arena of slaves with a single sword hanging above their heads. They scramble to gain control of it and cut down their opponents. It's the illusion of choice, pub or dem, like the parent who asks their child "Would you rather do your homework now, or after you've had your snack?" but there's never an option to not do homework at all.

It's a con, and people buy into it hook, line, and sinker. The people oppress themselves, as each man is both slave and master. Subject to their neighbor's will on some issues, and subjecting their neighbor to thier own will on others. Eternal domination by our own hand, while the masters laugh all the way to the Federal Reserve Bank. Anyone who can't see this is a naive child. Harsh, but true.

 

[Wry Catcher]

Let's face it, single issue voters are prey to demagogues and charlatans, unable or unwilling to consider major issues beyond their usual obsessions, i.e. God, Guns, Gays, Abortion and taxes.

They are prey to political operatives and their propaganda, demagogues and charlatans; they never seem to consider the rights, needs and health of their fellow citizens, future generations or our air, water and soil

Easily convinced by the above predators, whose motivation is money and power, they refuse to consider alternative opinions which benefit all of the citizens of the United States.

What is worse is their continued attack on anyone, Pol or Citizen, who fail to support the current iteration of conservatism; The election of Donald Trump has created more division among We the People than at anytime other than during the Civil War; his elitist, bigoted, hateful and dishonest behavior has infected his most partisan supporters who echo each other with BIG LIES, and in print and tweets assassinate the character of all who question his behavior.

Man and women of good will are the few among the swamp creatures who infect The District. It is up to each voter to go to the polls and think outside the box, and not listen to what the predators say, but what those who in office have done, or not done.

It's pretty funny how you can say a title that true and utterly fail to see it in your own side

Of course, I'm a partisan since I've seen how the GOP governs. That does not mean I'm not critical of some Democrats, or that I only criticize Republicans.

 

[pismoe]

Let's face it, single issue voters are prey to demagogues and charlatans, unable or unwilling to consider major issues beyond their usual obsessions, i.e. God, Guns, Gays, Abortion and taxes.

They are prey to political operatives and their propaganda, demagogues and charlatans; they never seem to consider the rights, needs and health of their fellow citizens, future generations or our air, water and soil

Easily convinced by the above predators, whose motivation is money and power, they refuse to consider alternative opinions which benefit all of the citizens of the United States.

What is worse is their continued attack on anyone, Pol or Citizen, who fail to support the current iteration of conservatism; The election of Donald Trump has created more division among We the People than at anytime other than during the Civil War; his elitist, bigoted, hateful and dishonest behavior has infected his most partisan supporters who echo each other with BIG LIES, and in print and tweets assassinate the character of all who question his behavior.

Man and women of good will are the few among the swamp creatures who infect The District. It is up to each voter to go to the polls and think outside the box, and not listen to what the predators say, but what those who in office have done, or not done.

------------------------------------------ SINGLE ISSUE VOTERS , that topic is old . I remember it being a big topic back in the late 70s or very early 80s as Americans were warned about it by liberal dems . My main single issue at the time was guns and i voted along with millions like me to preserve guns in the USA without worrying about what WryCatcher or other citizens wanted . [its easy to be a citizen] Glad i did , USA is still here under The TRUMP 40 years after that election and things look ok in the USA to me and Americans still have a huge assortment of GUNs . ----------------- single issue voters are fine as they worked fine for my generation as i ignored and said --- feck those anti gunner , so called other citizens WryCatcher II --------------- just a comment .

 

[kaz]

Let's face it, single issue voters are prey to demagogues and charlatans, unable or unwilling to consider major issues beyond their usual obsessions, i.e. God, Guns, Gays, Abortion and taxes.

They are prey to political operatives and their propaganda, demagogues and charlatans; they never seem to consider the rights, needs and health of their fellow citizens, future generations or our air, water and soil

Easily convinced by the above predators, whose motivation is money and power, they refuse to consider alternative opinions which benefit all of the citizens of the United States.

What is worse is their continued attack on anyone, Pol or Citizen, who fail to support the current iteration of conservatism; The election of Donald Trump has created more division among We the People than at anytime other than during the Civil War; his elitist, bigoted, hateful and dishonest behavior has infected his most partisan supporters who echo each other with BIG LIES, and in print and tweets assassinate the character of all who question his behavior.

Man and women of good will are the few among the swamp creatures who infect The District. It is up to each voter to go to the polls and think outside the box, and not listen to what the predators say, but what those who in office have done, or not done.

It's pretty funny how you can say a title that true and utterly fail to see it in your own side

Of course, I'm a partisan since I've seen how the GOP governs. That does not mean I'm not critical of some Democrats, or that I only criticize Republicans.

Like when? You have complete partisan blinders on here

 

[Wry Catcher]

The LARGEST single issue voters are the ones like the OPoster here. The ones that aren't really single issue voters EXCEPT that THEIR single issue is to "DEFEAT THE OTHER SIDE". And that's where we're headed. You can feel it in the threads at USMB. EVERY party animal is becoming a "single issue voter" and they will vote for DAMAGED, CORRUPT, EGOTISTICAL bastards and bitches if that's what their party is offering to DEFEAT -- the other side.

That's the demise of the 2 Brand name parties. And by being only concerned about winning power and NOT THE ISSUES -- America is circling the drain politically..

It's a purposeful divide and conquer. It's an arena of slaves with a single sword hanging above their heads. They scramble to gain control of it and cut down their opponents. It's the illusion of choice, pub or dem, like the parent who asks their child "Would you rather do your homework now, or after you've had your snack?" but there's never an option to not do homework at all.

It's a con, and people buy into it hook, line, and sinker. The people oppress themselves, as each man is both slave and master. Subject to their neighbor's will on some issues, and subjecting their neighbor to thier own will on others. Eternal domination by our own hand, while the masters laugh all the way to the Federal Reserve Bank. Anyone who can't see this is a naive child. Harsh, but true.

Thus, "Man was born free, and he is everywhere in chains"; and yet the Libertarian Movement, yet to be established today or in Rousseau's time, is an illusion.

 

[OKTexas]

Let's face it, single issue voters are prey to demagogues and charlatans, unable or unwilling to consider major issues beyond their usual obsessions, i.e. God, Guns, Gays, Abortion and taxes.

They are prey to political operatives and their propaganda, demagogues and charlatans; they never seem to consider the rights, needs and health of their fellow citizens, future generations or our air, water and soil

Easily convinced by the above predators, whose motivation is money and power, they refuse to consider alternative opinions which benefit all of the citizens of the United States.

What is worse is their continued attack on anyone, Pol or Citizen, who fail to support the current iteration of conservatism; The election of Donald Trump has created more division among We the People than at anytime other than during the Civil War; his elitist, bigoted, hateful and dishonest behavior has infected his most partisan supporters who echo each other with BIG LIES, and in print and tweets assassinate the character of all who question his behavior.

Man and women of good will are the few among the swamp creatures who infect The District. It is up to each voter to go to the polls and think outside the box, and not listen to what the predators say, but what those who in office have done, or not done.

The election of Obama created more division among We the People than at anytime other than during the Civil War and then the election of Trump compounded it. You tards on the left are just as responsible for the division in this country as the tards on the right you are pointing your finger at and this rant of yours is a perfect example of stoking that division.

Bullshit, the only thing wrong which Obama did was to be born non-white. By being elected TWICE he enraged insecure white men (mostly, not to leave out W.T. and the drunk cat, et al) and proved that a man of color could govern effectively.

Even when the Republican Party and Alt Right worked as hard could to make him fail Of course they failed in that too since his leadership brought are economy back from the brink of the abyss, he repaired working relationships with our allies and worked toward making all of our citizens equal before the law; enabling all citizens to believe they too could achieve American Dream, notwithstanding their color, creed, gender or gender identification.

Of course the Alt. Right and Republican Party spent 8+ years attacking President Obama for becoming President and for seeking equal rights and equal opportunities for all of our citizens. His election alone brought forth the bigots, racists, misogynists and all around haters, who reject the values so well expressed in the Preamble to our Constitution.

And his commie upbringing was a major turnoff for millions of voters, of course you folks don't want to talk about that.


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This "folk" is willing to discuss your allegation. Post the evidence and I'll evaluate it.

It's not an allegation, it's fact. His parents, grandparents and his hand picked mentor were all commies. He also admitted in his book, that he sought out the most radical students and professors to associate with. It's all out there, feel free to look it up. Oh, and the dreams of his father were realized when his homeland adopted a communist constitution.


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[LordBrownTrout]

Nope, O's policies and his hate of america started this bitter division and now the mainstream pushes his bitter hate agenda 24/7. O is a stain on this country.

 

[Unkotare]

Let's face it, single issue voters are prey to demagogues and charlatans, unable or unwilling to consider major issues beyond their usual obsessions, i.e. God, Guns, Gays, Abortion and taxes.

LMAO liberals are not obsessed with issues? I love these liberal projection threads.

The Left has ONE issue, use Gov to make everyone do as they think they should.

The left, meaning democrats, have a few other issues, such as helping people keep body and soul together. But yes, democrats have swung further right over the years to stay in the political business since big money and large corporations buy politicians, and they will not allow a bernie sanders or ralph nader to become prez.

...I voted for HRC, ...

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[pismoe]

Nope, O's policies and his hate of america started this bitter division and now the mainstream pushes his bitter hate agenda 24/7. O is a stain on this country.

--------------------------------- i love how 'mrobamas' legacy is being taken apart by a Real American .

 

[Brian Blackwell]

The LARGEST single issue voters are the ones like the OPoster here. The ones that aren't really single issue voters EXCEPT that THEIR single issue is to "DEFEAT THE OTHER SIDE". And that's where we're headed. You can feel it in the threads at USMB. EVERY party animal is becoming a "single issue voter" and they will vote for DAMAGED, CORRUPT, EGOTISTICAL bastards and bitches if that's what their party is offering to DEFEAT -- the other side.

That's the demise of the 2 Brand name parties. And by being only concerned about winning power and NOT THE ISSUES -- America is circling the drain politically..

It's a purposeful divide and conquer. It's an arena of slaves with a single sword hanging above their heads. They scramble to gain control of it and cut down their opponents. It's the illusion of choice, pub or dem, like the parent who asks their child "Would you rather do your homework now, or after you've had your snack?" but there's never an option to not do homework at all.

It's a con, and people buy into it hook, line, and sinker. The people oppress themselves, as each man is both slave and master. Subject to their neighbor's will on some issues, and subjecting their neighbor to thier own will on others. Eternal domination by our own hand, while the masters laugh all the way to the Federal Reserve Bank. Anyone who can't see this is a naive child. Harsh, but true.

Thus, "Man was born free, and he is everywhere in chains"; and yet the Libertarian Movement, yet to be established today or in Rousseau's time, is an illusion.

When people are ready to place logic and morality above comfort and convenience, man will be free. It behooves those of us who understand this to help them along.

 

[OKTexas]

For one his father hated America. His pastor of over 20 years is an American hating racist. Just to name a few.

You need to name a few more, it seems that those who lived during the Jim Crow era and faced prejudice all their lives explains why a person becomes angry. Especially when the nation, founded on the principles laid out by Jefferson in the DoI have been undermined by laws and bigotry. Hate for hypocrisy is understandable, though not actionable.

The mind cannot understand the motivation of those who act violently, nor can they be forgiven or excused. I know nothing about Obama's Father, but I suspect the only thing you know about his pastor is the one phrase he used posted on videos over and over, that being, "God Damn America".

In fact neither Obama nor his pastor bombed the Federal Building in OKC, and if I recall correctly Obama's father returned to Africa without doing harm to our nation.

His buddy Ayres is a terrorist. Go ahead and defend him.

Please explain why you refer to "Ayeres" as his buddy, and what you know about their "relationship". I suspect not much, but prove me wrong. BTW, When Ayers and his wife were leaders in the Weather Underground, Obama was not yet 10 years old. later they served on a board in Chicago, for three years. This seems to be the one and only connection they had.

Obama started his political career in his house. It's also said that he wrote one of his books.

Please post a link to this "evidence".

Guy Benson - Confirmed: Bill Ayers Hosted a Fundraiser for Obama


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[pismoe]

The LARGEST single issue voters are the ones like the OPoster here. The ones that aren't really single issue voters EXCEPT that THEIR single issue is to "DEFEAT THE OTHER SIDE". And that's where we're headed. You can feel it in the threads at USMB. EVERY party animal is becoming a "single issue voter" and they will vote for DAMAGED, CORRUPT, EGOTISTICAL bastards and bitches if that's what their party is offering to DEFEAT -- the other side.

That's the demise of the 2 Brand name parties. And by being only concerned about winning power and NOT THE ISSUES -- America is circling the drain politically..

It's a purposeful divide and conquer. It's an arena of slaves with a single sword hanging above their heads. They scramble to gain control of it and cut down their opponents. It's the illusion of choice, pub or dem, like the parent who asks their child "Would you rather do your homework now, or after you've had your snack?" but there's never an option to not do homework at all.

It's a con, and people buy into it hook, line, and sinker. The people oppress themselves, as each man is both slave and master. Subject to their neighbor's will on some issues, and subjecting their neighbor to thier own will on others. Eternal domination by our own hand, while the masters laugh all the way to the Federal Reserve Bank. Anyone who can't see this is a naive child. Harsh, but true.

Thus, "Man was born free, and he is everywhere in chains"; and yet the Libertarian Movement, yet to be established today or in Rousseau's time, is an illusion.

When people are ready to place logic and morality above comfort and convenience, man will be free. It behooves those of us who understand this to help them along.

--------------------------------- so yer a legend and very smart fellar in YOUR own eyes eh BBlackwell .

 

[pismoe]

can you imagine 'mrobama' crawling out of bed every morning , lighting up a joint and always wondering , man , what'd he [TRUMP] do now .

 

[flacaltenn]

A mouth full of opinion, and yet the stink of ad hominem is what comes through. The number of logical fallacies used in each paragraph above, is sufficient, and iMO necessary, to refute, logically.

I'm not IN your war. Abortion IS a wash. It's two trains colliding of equal mass. You refuted NONE of my observations.. YOU are the biggest TYPE of "single issue" voter. The vast majority of Brand Name Party animals that don't HAVE single issues. Your single issue is just to DEFEAT the other side and gain/retain power..

 

[Brian Blackwell]

The LARGEST single issue voters are the ones like the OPoster here. The ones that aren't really single issue voters EXCEPT that THEIR single issue is to "DEFEAT THE OTHER SIDE". And that's where we're headed. You can feel it in the threads at USMB. EVERY party animal is becoming a "single issue voter" and they will vote for DAMAGED, CORRUPT, EGOTISTICAL bastards and bitches if that's what their party is offering to DEFEAT -- the other side.

That's the demise of the 2 Brand name parties. And by being only concerned about winning power and NOT THE ISSUES -- America is circling the drain politically..

It's a purposeful divide and conquer. It's an arena of slaves with a single sword hanging above their heads. They scramble to gain control of it and cut down their opponents. It's the illusion of choice, pub or dem, like the parent who asks their child "Would you rather do your homework now, or after you've had your snack?" but there's never an option to not do homework at all.

It's a con, and people buy into it hook, line, and sinker. The people oppress themselves, as each man is both slave and master. Subject to their neighbor's will on some issues, and subjecting their neighbor to thier own will on others. Eternal domination by our own hand, while the masters laugh all the way to the Federal Reserve Bank. Anyone who can't see this is a naive child. Harsh, but true.

Thus, "Man was born free, and he is everywhere in chains"; and yet the Libertarian Movement, yet to be established today or in Rousseau's time, is an illusion.

When people are ready to place logic and morality above comfort and convenience, man will be free. It behooves those of us who understand this to help them along.

--------------------------------- so yer a legend and very smart fellar in YOUR own eyes eh BBlackwell .

Oh, I'm sorry, am I supposed to pretend I'm an immoral know-nothing moron so you can feel better? Yes, I'm committed to logic and morality, and actually try to live that way, regardless of the inconvenience. There are plenty further along the path, and I continue to learn much from them, but the job of each is to guide those walking at their back.

 

[my2¢]

Warning sarcasm ahead:

And here I've been voting on sole basis of being an environmentalist. The opening post has caused me to see the errors of my ways.

 

[Wry Catcher]

A mouth full of opinion, and yet the stink of ad hominem is what comes through. The number of logical fallacies used in each paragraph above, is sufficient, and iMO necessary, to refute, logically.

I'm not IN your war. Abortion IS a wash. It's two trains colliding of equal mass. You refuted NONE of my observations.. YOU are the biggest TYPE of "single issue" voter. The vast majority of Brand Name Party animals that don't HAVE single issues. Your single issue is just to DEFEAT the other side and gain/retain power..

Grow up. I give examples, you respond with logical fallacies.

 

[pismoe]

The LARGEST single issue voters are the ones like the OPoster here. The ones that aren't really single issue voters EXCEPT that THEIR single issue is to "DEFEAT THE OTHER SIDE". And that's where we're headed. You can feel it in the threads at USMB. EVERY party animal is becoming a "single issue voter" and they will vote for DAMAGED, CORRUPT, EGOTISTICAL bastards and bitches if that's what their party is offering to DEFEAT -- the other side.

That's the demise of the 2 Brand name parties. And by being only concerned about winning power and NOT THE ISSUES -- America is circling the drain politically..

It's a purposeful divide and conquer. It's an arena of slaves with a single sword hanging above their heads. They scramble to gain control of it and cut down their opponents. It's the illusion of choice, pub or dem, like the parent who asks their child "Would you rather do your homework now, or after you've had your snack?" but there's never an option to not do homework at all.

It's a con, and people buy into it hook, line, and sinker. The people oppress themselves, as each man is both slave and master. Subject to their neighbor's will on some issues, and subjecting their neighbor to thier own will on others. Eternal domination by our own hand, while the masters laugh all the way to the Federal Reserve Bank. Anyone who can't see this is a naive child. Harsh, but true.

Thus, "Man was born free, and he is everywhere in chains"; and yet the Libertarian Movement, yet to be established today or in Rousseau's time, is an illusion.

When people are ready to place logic and morality above comfort and convenience, man will be free. It behooves those of us who understand this to help them along.

--------------------------------- so yer a legend and very smart fellar in YOUR own eyes eh BBlackwell .

Oh, I'm sorry, am I supposed to pretend I'm an immoral know-nothing moron so you can feel better? Yes, I'm committed to logic and morality, and actually try to live that way, regardless of the inconvenience. There are plenty further along the path, and I continue to learn much from them, but the job of each is to guide those walking at their back.

----------------------------------------- yeah , YOU are sorry BB !!

 

[Wry Catcher]

Warning sarcasm ahead:

And here I've been voting on sole basis of being an environmentalist. The opening post has caused me to see the errors of my ways.

Well stated. The first post on my thread which is sensible.

Though, I must ask if the issue of voting to protect our air, water and soil is a single issue? Relative to the five wedge issues proposed, the long term effect on the health of not only people, but of all living things seems to encompass a wider range for debate than gun control, R v W, Taxes, Marriage or Religious Orders.

 

[pismoe]

just a comment but just noticed that WryCatcher is from the 'san francisco bay area' . ---------------- just a warning notification .