The abrogation of Human Rights

[wushi]

I am always interested in understanding the thought processes of people I don't understand, especially when I have a completely different perspective. I suspect this is why I used to ramble so much in my LJ. In any case, I was listening to the radio on the way home, and someone was explaining why they didn't think it was so bad that we have

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[josabry]

So, reading through this, I was looking for a talking point, where I could discuss my opinions on this matter. At the end, I realized I'd agreed with everything you said. Most Americans suffer from an exaggerated sense of entitlement, which the current administration is preying upon. It is a sad state of affairs.

[black_op]

In nigh on total agreement with you

slightly less one-sided

[mistressdulcie]

The average American reacts this way because of the same reasons I try not to eat meat, but do anyway...I know what I'm doing is wrong, and I try not to and I buy free-range whenever possible...but you only do so much when you know you can't completely fix a problem in the right way. There's a sense of hopelessness when it comes to problems that are not confined to one's own behavior or choices. In my case, I try my best to be fair, but I'm weak and give in to despair...in their case, they believe in justice, but are too afraid to allow it for the moment

Re: slightly less one-sided

[wushi]

I do understand that this is a response to a kind of fear, and a kind of frustration. However, it still is blind

Re: slightly less one-sided

[black_op]

Please write me in prison.

Re: slightly less one-sided

[wushi]

Only if I know which prison you're in. Which may quickly become an issue.

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[anonymous]

"right that I enjoy as an American" is not subtly racism, but balls-out, tooth-bearing, bicep-flexing nationalism