I think that everyone can learn from each other, no matter how different our worldviews may be. Say you are more liberal, and then hear something from the conservative side, and you think, “Hey, that kinda makes sense!” and vice versa. Let's try to understand each other's viewpoints and find something that we can agree on because I believe that we mostly do agree on most of the stuff. Please be open-minded and respectful.
#1
F*** all of them. We should be ruled by dogs
26points
#2
I will say this, politics in the United States is a complete mess and this will never be resolved. It is always a competition between two parties when we actually have more to choose from, but they will never tell you that because of funding. Truly we all fall somewhere in the middle when comes down to the issues, but internal influences (family) or lack of interest just turns everyone away from talking about the actual problems that we could solve if not so divided.
20points
#3
I lean liberal but I do see some points to the other side. I believe in universal healthcare since this for profit healthcare is bankrupting people for even minor health problems. I believe in a woman's right to chose since as a man I feel its not our place to tell woman what she can and can't do with her body. I also whole heartedly support the separation of church and state and believe religion should play no part in our politics. Many of the most restrictive and discriminatory laws in our history have been either brought on by, motivated by or justified by religion. So I see no need for its continued influence on our modern day laws. I do support the second amendment but with some restrictions put in place. Lastly I do think we should take money out of politics, and have term limits on all 3 branches. For example 12 years max for legislative officials, 25 years max for supreme court justices, and 2 term max for presidents. So we can get rid of the entrenched politicians that do nothing but enrich themselves and care nothing about our great country.
17points
#4
I got to the point where my moral (and political) compass can be summed up as "As long as you're not hurting anyone else, do as you please". Meaning I'm a very liberal person. I'm strongly pro-choice, I'm for marriage for all, legalized prostitution or marihuana. It's funny - I look very "average" - no tattoos, no piercings, no crazy haircut, I've only tried weed once and didn't like it but I hate when people judge that in others. I've been trying to learn about different people and perspectives and to be as compassionate as possible. And that all is reflected in my political views as well.
13points
#5
Hello, I am not an adult, so I don't really want to get involved. But from what I am seeing, this is not going well.
13points
#6
I am a recovering conservative. I worked for many years in the political arena and with Republicans and found that most of their views were in line with my own, but in this political climate with the racism, hate, lies and cheating, I am finding myself leaning more and more to the left. I oppose racism and oppression, I am for human equity, I am for the environment, I am for social services rather than a police state. I am 1000% for body autonomy for women and healthcare for all. I think that with the POTUS we have now, it is easy to move away from the Republican party and be more liberal. I just know that I am sick of all of the fighting and name calling and a president that has no dignity, no self respect, no respect for the people he serves, and an ego as big as Texas. I have already voted. I voted for Biden. I don't know all of his plans, but I do know that we need a leader with dignity that will restore the pride that we once had in our country.
12points
#7
I'm conservative in so many areas. I get frustrated when because I am conservative I am expected to have certain views on things such as the environment.
In 2020 I am watching two elections. New Zealand where I was born and lived until I was in my late 20s and USA where I live now.
My Grandpop sat me down when I was about 17 and said to me, do your own research. Don't vote just because we [the family] vote a certain way.
In 2020 I am watching two elections. New Zealand where I was born and lived until I was in my late 20s and USA where I live now.
My Grandpop sat me down when I was about 17 and said to me, do your own research. Don't vote just because we [the family] vote a certain way.
11points
#8
This is a PSA:
VOTE!!!
Even though you are just one person, your vote can change the outcome.
11points
#9
I am not old enough to vote, but my views are definitely liberal. But one thing I've noticed is how many people think something should be illegal just because they don't like it. As someone who is LGBTQ+ it is really sad to hear about, and see all of the people who think gay marriage should be illegal, just because they think it is wrong.
10points
#10
I have stopped believing in politics as a way to improve the world. After six year working with politicians across the spectrum, it's become clear to me that elections select the most shallow and self centered individuals in any given society. Even those who are slightly better quickly develop a god complex once they get any power.
I still believe voting is important to try and keep the worst of them from power, but I don't see it as a way to ever change things for the better anymore.
I still believe voting is important to try and keep the worst of them from power, but I don't see it as a way to ever change things for the better anymore.
9points
#11
BLM, all lives can't matter until black lives do. I'm pro-choice because instead of banning abortion we should be requiring better sex ed in schools. How do we get the money for that? STOP SPENDING SCHOOL FUNDS ON UNNESESARY THINGS! Global warming is real and we need to sign that thing that will let the US work with other countries to fix it. Jeffery Epstein didn't kill himself. My opinion on Trump? He's a racist, a creep, an absolute CHILD, and should never be in office again. My opinion on Biden? At least he'll do the bare minimum unlike Trump has. Why am I so angry about this shit? I AM A 15 YEAR OLD GIRL! I SHOULD NOT HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT THIS STUFF, THAT'S THE ADULT'S JOB! I'm being forced to grow up way too fast for my brain and body to handle, this isn't okay..! PANDAS I AM BEGGING YOU! Vote for Biden, for the good of this next generation. Even if he fucks up, he won't fuck up nearly as bad as Trump already has.
9points
#12
Human rights.
9points
#13
NO TRUMP!!! (I really don't care who is president as long that it isn't Trump)
9points
#14
I am a strong Nationalist. No, this does not mean I am a white supremacist, a racist or a bigot. It means that I firmly believe that each nation should look out for their own interests. It means renewal and growth of our national industries. It means a revival of national identity. It saddens me that most people equate nationalism with all things negative, when all we're hoping to accomplish is to create a unified & independent country. A nation divided against itself cannot stand.(For the record, I am Canadian from the Prairies who is tired of Western Canadian alienation from the East)
8points
#15
(Context: I live in the US and I think it sucks)
I feel like the sore thumb in all of these posts. I am a social anarchist, which has gotten a bad reputation but actually is like a left view. I believe that people should have more power than politicians and that equality is the most important thing. I support in BLM and LGBTQ rights. I may get hate for my opinions but that just makes me more determined to fix them. I have my struggles but unlike some people (no hate to them) I use my privilege for good, as a Jewish Gay non-binary, I get hate, even from my own family. But I hope to help the world somehow.
I feel like the sore thumb in all of these posts. I am a social anarchist, which has gotten a bad reputation but actually is like a left view. I believe that people should have more power than politicians and that equality is the most important thing. I support in BLM and LGBTQ rights. I may get hate for my opinions but that just makes me more determined to fix them. I have my struggles but unlike some people (no hate to them) I use my privilege for good, as a Jewish Gay non-binary, I get hate, even from my own family. But I hope to help the world somehow.
7points
#16
I don't really care too much. Politicians are ridiculous, no matter what they believe.
6points
#17
I tend to lean towards one side (that I will not share to protect people's beliefs and feelings). However, I know that currently, the politics going on in the U.S. are a hot mess
5points
#18
that trump is an idiot who absolutely ruined america. it will probably never have a decent education system unless an actual good president gets elected. america needs a president that actually cares about the important things rather than tweeting about random {crap}.
5points
#19
1. McConnel is the worst thing to happen to the united states in recent history. His background puppetry is killing any true representation or democracy.
2. Trump is the second worst thing to happen the US in recent history.
3. Getting rid of truth in reporting set up the stage for ignorant voting, because there are no unvarnished facts being presented, just endless talking heads telling you how you should feel about whatever story they're presenting.
4. Science is the best method of discovering the truth and facts about reality that we have. Ignoring good science that has been done in good faith and has worldwide consensus is just stupid.
5. Climate change, and humanities hand in it, is a well researched occurrence. It is happening, it will end badly, unless we all acknowledge it and work to correct it.
6. Your feelings are not a good basis for a law. You being squeamish about something or your religion says it is wrong, is not a good reason to restrict someone else's life.
7. Gun ownership should be regulated and restricted. I have sat through too many conversations about guys talking about their guns like they're toys to buy the b.s. that they need a personal arsenal for self protection. They like them, they're grown up toys, there is no reason that something created solely for the purpose of killing needs to be so prolific. Restrict them to a revolver, maybe 2, for protection if they are week enough to think they need it, and 1 maybe two rifles if they really feel they must spend stupid amount of money to tromp through the woods and kill things.
8. The entire justice system needs a major overhaul. Cops are a mess, judges are a mess, plea deals for people who are innocent because if they don't plead guilty and agree to the plea then they're threatened with 50 years and an overworked public defender. Our prisons are inhuman profit centers. What constitutes a felony is extremely low, ensuring they ensnare as many people as they can. Significant jail time for minor non-violent offenders, while the rich can get away with massive theft or murder because they can afford a herd of attorneys.
9. No one but a woman should be in charge of her body or future. Child marriage of any kind should be outlawed. Abortion should be a woman's choice and no one else's.
10. The electoral college is absolutely horrible.
11. All the voter restrictions and hoops are a bunch of bs that only serves to undermine true democratic representation.
12. Instead of continuous war, perhaps we could truly invest in education so that we can find true, cost efficient, alternatives to any resource that we are actually fighting over instead of the moral cover story we typically use.
13. Healthcare shouldn't be a for profit business.
14. Labor rights and protections shouldn't be left up to whatever 'kindness' ruthless corporations dictate.
15. Minimum wage should keep up with actual living expenses. No one should have to work 3 jobs just to be able to afford both rent and food.
16. The tax code needs an over-haul. Plug the leaks in the boat that are billionaires who think they're above taxes.
2. Trump is the second worst thing to happen the US in recent history.
3. Getting rid of truth in reporting set up the stage for ignorant voting, because there are no unvarnished facts being presented, just endless talking heads telling you how you should feel about whatever story they're presenting.
4. Science is the best method of discovering the truth and facts about reality that we have. Ignoring good science that has been done in good faith and has worldwide consensus is just stupid.
5. Climate change, and humanities hand in it, is a well researched occurrence. It is happening, it will end badly, unless we all acknowledge it and work to correct it.
6. Your feelings are not a good basis for a law. You being squeamish about something or your religion says it is wrong, is not a good reason to restrict someone else's life.
7. Gun ownership should be regulated and restricted. I have sat through too many conversations about guys talking about their guns like they're toys to buy the b.s. that they need a personal arsenal for self protection. They like them, they're grown up toys, there is no reason that something created solely for the purpose of killing needs to be so prolific. Restrict them to a revolver, maybe 2, for protection if they are week enough to think they need it, and 1 maybe two rifles if they really feel they must spend stupid amount of money to tromp through the woods and kill things.
8. The entire justice system needs a major overhaul. Cops are a mess, judges are a mess, plea deals for people who are innocent because if they don't plead guilty and agree to the plea then they're threatened with 50 years and an overworked public defender. Our prisons are inhuman profit centers. What constitutes a felony is extremely low, ensuring they ensnare as many people as they can. Significant jail time for minor non-violent offenders, while the rich can get away with massive theft or murder because they can afford a herd of attorneys.
9. No one but a woman should be in charge of her body or future. Child marriage of any kind should be outlawed. Abortion should be a woman's choice and no one else's.
10. The electoral college is absolutely horrible.
11. All the voter restrictions and hoops are a bunch of bs that only serves to undermine true democratic representation.
12. Instead of continuous war, perhaps we could truly invest in education so that we can find true, cost efficient, alternatives to any resource that we are actually fighting over instead of the moral cover story we typically use.
13. Healthcare shouldn't be a for profit business.
14. Labor rights and protections shouldn't be left up to whatever 'kindness' ruthless corporations dictate.
15. Minimum wage should keep up with actual living expenses. No one should have to work 3 jobs just to be able to afford both rent and food.
16. The tax code needs an over-haul. Plug the leaks in the boat that are billionaires who think they're above taxes.
Equality, Equity, Ethically.
5points
#20
I think both Biden and Trump suck, and I would rather be in Canada than here in America
4points