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To: Mary Cluney who wrote (4284)10/13/2005 11:03:05 AM
From: epicure  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 540836
 
But it's really hard to find an objective basis for figuring out what the really bad viewpoints are, isn't it?

"Not all points of view, however, are equally valid. Some are very bad."

I tend to use a utilitarian calculus, but I blend that with a POV that part of utilitarianism is protecting the underdog in any society, because that is one value the majority often forgets to value- until for some reason they are thrust in to an underdog position (at which point all people, regardless of political orientation, realize they should have valued it), but by that time it would be too late for them to protect the position.



To: Mary Cluney who wrote (4284)10/13/2005 11:03:48 AM
From: Dale Baker  Read Replies (2) | Respond to of 540836
 
A lot of people will watch the 2006 races - the few that are closely contested, that is - and see which messages resonate most with swing state voters.

If tough moderates can stand their ground and not stoop to Deaniac screaming or Rovian groin-kicks, we may see the start of a new atmosphere that would set the tone for the 2008 horse race.

Or maybe I am just dreaming.


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