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On February 11 2012 04:20 bonifaceviii wrote:I wouldn't trust any study that comes out of Brock University I'm afraid. It's the university that Canadians don't admit they went to.
Would I be accurate in saying Liberals usually believe in progression of society and education while conservatives usually believe in fundamentalism and regression? I get that message from their politicians at least.
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It got about the same amount of attention (which was overwhelmingly negative and ironically prejudiced) as this article http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-human-beast/201104/conservatives-big-fear-brain-study-finds
The two seem to relate to eachother a bit it seems, maybe there are inherent genetic differences between conservative/liberal.
On February 11 2012 04:31 Roe wrote:Show nested quote +On February 11 2012 04:20 bonifaceviii wrote:I wouldn't trust any study that comes out of Brock University I'm afraid. It's the university that Canadians don't admit they went to. Would I be accurate in saying Liberals usually believe in progression of society and education while conservatives usually believe in fundamentalism and regression? I get that message from their politicians at least.
I think a more useful analogy is that conservatives are the brake pads of society and liberals are the accelerators, conservatives perform a useful function in questioning or stopping rapidity of change that *might* be destructive to a current system. Not even the founder of modern conservatism Edmund Burke really believed in regression, but questioned the pace and aspects of change a society should undergo.
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It's not as much a distinction between smart and dumb as much as... conservatism and liberalism in the social sense-- I don't want to be insulting, but perhaps many people who identify themselves as liberal are more open-minded? One pulls society forward, one drags back, and together they find a good "speed" for society to progress. But it seems they're just ripping society in half now...
I read that study when it first came out and thought it was quite interesting. But of course its all scientific bullshit by liberal scientists that want "proof" to make themselves look good and stroke their egos. 
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On February 10 2012 16:09 {CC}StealthBlue wrote:Show nested quote +Mitt Romney met quietly with a small group of conservative leaders in Washington on Thursday in an effort to reassure Republicans who remain skeptical about his candidacy, CNN has learned.
The Romney campaign arranged a "mix and mingle" session for the candidate to meet with conservatives Thursday afternoon at the Marriott Wardman Park, where the annual Conservative Political Action Conference is being held. Source
I'm pretty convinced that Romney's biggest problem right now is that he doesn't stand for anything. He needs to do more than just run as a business man. He needs vision.
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Its funny actually. This morning I was reflecting upon whom had the highest average intelligence. Liberals og right-wingers (kinda motivated by Jon stewart who made fun of South Carolina rep.).
But I am not surprised of that survey. Many anti-liberals prob. use prejudices to justify their dismissal of equal rights.
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I get so frustrated watching these speeches. The CPAC speeches were full of bigotry, met with applause and cheering. This tired bs of gays being a detriment to the military, and gay marriage leading to beastiality, and destroying society is getting ridiculous. I cant understand how almost 50% of a nation agrees with that crap.
Thats only one of the sad issues. Promoting abstinance only sex education? Really? Besides the fact that the US has currently seen their lowest teen pregnancy rate in like 40 years or something under the Obama administration, are you really going to put your conservative christian blinders on and pretend people dont have sex?
I can understand some fiscally conservative people, but how radically "conservative" these social views are, is mind boggling. Its like they dont look at any research or stats on anything, and just make up policy based on their make believe idea of real life. The republican candidates are just straight up bigots. If someone ran with a platform like theirs here in Canada, society would be outraged by their lack of respect for their citizens.
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Just curious, what does the rest of the world think about the US elections?
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Well I like to laugh at what some of the Rebublicans say and sometimes worry that if they become president they might try to take us over. Occasionaly they make some inteligent comments but for the most parts its just a good stand up comedy reel. My favourite part of any debate i've seen so far is when Gingrich pointed out that Romney made money off freddie and fannie and Romney just responded with the fact that Gingrich had made money off it aswell. The hypocricy is hillarious. All in all it is a good show, but thats just my Canadian perspective.
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On February 11 2012 08:27 ticklishmusic wrote:
Just curious, what does the rest of the world think about the US elections?
personally I think your whole election system is strange and kinda flawed. Biggest issue for me is how the candidates have to finance themselves to run for an office.
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Idk why noone has the slightest interest in any republican candidate that isn't one of the "big frontrunners" that everyone constantly has something bad to say about each and every one when you can change the result of an election by simply voting for somone else... it's insane how many people dodge that idea.
For those thinking Ron Paul is the greatest thing since sliced bread, your wrong. His stand on foriegn policy is outright dangerous. I will be voting for Santorum and proudly so. He will work for the people the most. Hell the man went door to door in a pick-up truck trying to get votes in iowa's caucus. Although I don't see eye to eye with him on his views of the gay community; I do like his commitment to the people of this great nation. He upholds the values that I see fit for a presidential figure and I believe he's very capable of productivity in the white house. He's already successfully gone up against big business interests as a senator. He'll get my vote.
For those who may want more information about him here's a link to his accomplishments / credentials
http://www.ricksantorum.com/why-rick
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On February 11 2012 08:27 ticklishmusic wrote:
Just curious, what does the rest of the world think about the US elections?
By far the best reality tv show around.
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On February 11 2012 08:48 Njbrownie wrote:
Idk why noone has the slightest interest in any republican candidate that isn't one of the "big frontrunners" that everyone constantly has something bad to say about each and every one when you can change the result of an election by simply voting for somone else... it's insane how many people dodge that idea.
For those thinking Ron Paul is the greatest thing since sliced bread, your wrong. His stand on foriegn policy is outright dangerous. I will be voting for Santorum and proudly so. He will work for the people the most. Hell the man went door to door in a pick-up truck trying to get votes in iowa's caucus. Although I don't see eye to eye with him on his views of the gay community; I do like his commitment to the people of this great nation. He upholds the values that I see fit for a presidential figure and I believe he's very capable of productivity in the white house. He's already successfully gone up against big business interests as a senator. He'll get my vote.
For those who may want more information about him here's a link to his accomplishments / credentials
http://www.ricksantorum.com/why-rick
Apparentely starting a war in Iran and possibly angering Russia/China isn't dangerous foreign policy now
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On February 11 2012 08:55 SnipedSoul wrote:Show nested quote +On February 11 2012 08:27 ticklishmusic wrote:
Just curious, what does the rest of the world think about the US elections? By far the best reality tv show around.
It even beats Jersey Shore!
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On February 11 2012 09:01 1Eris1 wrote:Show nested quote +On February 11 2012 08:48 Njbrownie wrote:
Idk why noone has the slightest interest in any republican candidate that isn't one of the "big frontrunners" that everyone constantly has something bad to say about each and every one when you can change the result of an election by simply voting for somone else... it's insane how many people dodge that idea.
For those thinking Ron Paul is the greatest thing since sliced bread, your wrong. His stand on foriegn policy is outright dangerous. I will be voting for Santorum and proudly so. He will work for the people the most. Hell the man went door to door in a pick-up truck trying to get votes in iowa's caucus. Although I don't see eye to eye with him on his views of the gay community; I do like his commitment to the people of this great nation. He upholds the values that I see fit for a presidential figure and I believe he's very capable of productivity in the white house. He's already successfully gone up against big business interests as a senator. He'll get my vote.
For those who may want more information about him here's a link to his accomplishments / credentials
http://www.ricksantorum.com/why-rick Apparentely starting a war in Iran and possibly angering Russia/China isn't dangerous foreign policy now
It actually seems a little more safe than turning around and giving the rest of the world the bird.
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On February 11 2012 09:08 aksfjh wrote:Show nested quote +On February 11 2012 09:01 1Eris1 wrote:On February 11 2012 08:48 Njbrownie wrote:
Idk why noone has the slightest interest in any republican candidate that isn't one of the "big frontrunners" that everyone constantly has something bad to say about each and every one when you can change the result of an election by simply voting for somone else... it's insane how many people dodge that idea.
For those thinking Ron Paul is the greatest thing since sliced bread, your wrong. His stand on foriegn policy is outright dangerous. I will be voting for Santorum and proudly so. He will work for the people the most. Hell the man went door to door in a pick-up truck trying to get votes in iowa's caucus. Although I don't see eye to eye with him on his views of the gay community; I do like his commitment to the people of this great nation. He upholds the values that I see fit for a presidential figure and I believe he's very capable of productivity in the white house. He's already successfully gone up against big business interests as a senator. He'll get my vote.
For those who may want more information about him here's a link to his accomplishments / credentials
http://www.ricksantorum.com/why-rick Apparentely starting a war in Iran and possibly angering Russia/China isn't dangerous foreign policy now It actually seems a little more safe than turning around and giving the rest of the world the bird.
I never said Paul's policy was good. Just that criticizing it as dangerous is pretty stupid when the guy you're defending wants to start something that could escalate way beyond Iraq/Afghanistan.
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On February 11 2012 09:08 aksfjh wrote:Show nested quote +On February 11 2012 09:01 1Eris1 wrote:On February 11 2012 08:48 Njbrownie wrote:
Idk why noone has the slightest interest in any republican candidate that isn't one of the "big frontrunners" that everyone constantly has something bad to say about each and every one when you can change the result of an election by simply voting for somone else... it's insane how many people dodge that idea.
For those thinking Ron Paul is the greatest thing since sliced bread, your wrong. His stand on foriegn policy is outright dangerous. I will be voting for Santorum and proudly so. He will work for the people the most. Hell the man went door to door in a pick-up truck trying to get votes in iowa's caucus. Although I don't see eye to eye with him on his views of the gay community; I do like his commitment to the people of this great nation. He upholds the values that I see fit for a presidential figure and I believe he's very capable of productivity in the white house. He's already successfully gone up against big business interests as a senator. He'll get my vote.
For those who may want more information about him here's a link to his accomplishments / credentials
http://www.ricksantorum.com/why-rick Apparentely starting a war in Iran and possibly angering Russia/China isn't dangerous foreign policy now It actually seems a little more safe than turning around and giving the rest of the world the bird.
i hope someday you will understand that sending soldiers around the globe and spreading "democracy" does not make the US more appealing to foreigners.
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On February 11 2012 08:37 Skilledblob wrote:Show nested quote +On February 11 2012 08:27 ticklishmusic wrote:
Just curious, what does the rest of the world think about the US elections? personally I think your whole election system is strange and kinda flawed. Biggest issue for me is how the candidates have to finance themselves to run for an office.
Candidates can get public money but most chose not to because they can make more with no strings attached.
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Gingrich Group Looks for New Money as Big Donor Checks Stop
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-02-10/gingrich-seeks-to-ease-fundraising-woes-as-big-donations-slow.html
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On February 11 2012 08:48 Njbrownie wrote:
Idk why noone has the slightest interest in any republican candidate that isn't one of the "big frontrunners" that everyone constantly has something bad to say about each and every one when you can change the result of an election by simply voting for somone else... it's insane how many people dodge that idea.
For those thinking Ron Paul is the greatest thing since sliced bread, your wrong. His stand on foriegn policy is outright dangerous. I will be voting for Santorum and proudly so. He will work for the people the most. Hell the man went door to door in a pick-up truck trying to get votes in iowa's caucus. Although I don't see eye to eye with him on his views of the gay community; I do like his commitment to the people of this great nation. He upholds the values that I see fit for a presidential figure and I believe he's very capable of productivity in the white house. He's already successfully gone up against big business interests as a senator. He'll get my vote.
For those who may want more information about him here's a link to his accomplishments / credentials
http://www.ricksantorum.com/why-rick
Lol...Santorum is a joke, not only with his policy on gay rights, but also of abortion and many other hypocritical stances. (i.e tort reform)
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So is this our new propagandist in this thread now?
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