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NormanSPremium,MVM
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Re: Immunity said by jc100:Norman, Not to criticize your assessment, but let me point out one flaw.... The flaw is not in my assessment, but in the nature of humanity. Fixing the problems we have would require voters who would actually take active interest in what is happening, and not just accept the "touchy-feely" pronouncements of pundits and politicians. We are a culture of idol worshippers who hang on every word uttered by entertainers, as if their expertise in their craft transferred over to political expertise. Barbra Streisand is an infinitely better singer, and actor, than I will ever be. But, as they said about the Robert Preston character (Professor Harold Hill, The Music Man), "She doesn't know the territory."
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Norman
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| Norman,
Very true. Instead of taking what celebrities say at face value, we need to investigate their statements. IE take it with a grain of salt until proven otherwise. Politicians are expert speakers. They know how to swing things so they come out looking good. In swinging things, you might think your question was answered, but you merely got another twist. Hence, educated people must listen closely, and follow their every word. By follow, I mean not just agree, but go back and analyze everything that was said. Only then, should one make a constructive and well informed decision on the issue. A good example. We do not let someone tell us which doctor to see or treatment to pursue. While we may get advice, we make this decision on our own after careful research. Why should the political future of this country be any different? | |
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