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0 pointsarmada6513y ago0 comments

That kind of cynical thinking is exactly what broke US democracy. Winning at any cost even to the detriment of society as a whole.

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nemo44x3y ago

It’s from the book “Rules for Radicals” and has been a major part of progressive activists strategy for over 60 years. It works.

armada651OP3y ago

I didn't say that it doesn't work. It has been a major part of the anti-abortion and pro-gun movements as well and it has been very effective there.

However your quality of life in society is much more important than any single issue. Knowingly voting for a candidate who is not competent just because you agree with them on a single issue will not solve any of the larger issues in society.

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nemo44x3y ago

It’s from the book “Rules for Radicals” and has been a major part of progressive activists strategy for over 60 years. It works.

armada651OP3y ago

I didn't say that it doesn't work. It has been a major part of the anti-abortion and pro-gun movements as well and it has been very effective there.

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