Poll of the Day > "Politics make people angry so why do we even talk about them?"

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NightMareBunny 05/13/17 9:57:04 PM #1:	by that logic we shouldn't talk about anything at all because differing opinions make people angry enough to kill everything can make people angry I've seen people online get into fights over my little pony so what's the difference between screaming at someone over Fictional characters and doing it over stuff that actually affects your life? --- PSN: VV_Argost XB1:GamerClawdeen WiiU: GothicNightmare <cite>NightMareBunny posted [p:879053821] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote>by that logic we shouldn't talk about anything at all because differing opinions make people angry enough to kill everything can make people angry I've seen people online get into fights over my little pony so what's the difference between screaming at someone over Fictional characters and doing it over stuff that actually affects your life?</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Muffinz0rz 05/13/17 9:58:54 PM #2:	Because it changes nothing Just like talking about MLP --- Not changing this sig until Pat Benatar is in Super Smash Bros. (Started 8/31/2010) BRAVELY DEFAULT: 1075 - 0844 - 9134 + FS: Pumkaboo, Lampent, Dusclops. <cite>Muffinz0rz posted [p:879053934] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote>Because it changes nothing Just like talking about MLP</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
TheCyborgNinja 05/13/17 9:59:48 PM #3:	^That's exactly it. If discussing politics led anywhere productive, sure, but it just makes people dig in their heels and become less receptive to the point they'll even ignore facts. --- "message parlor" ? do you mean the post office ? - SlayerX888 <cite>TheCyborgNinja posted [p:879053987] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote>^That's exactly it. If discussing politics led anywhere productive, sure, but it just makes people dig in their heels and become less receptive to the point they'll even ignore facts.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Zeus 05/13/17 10:05:15 PM #4:	In most settings, discussing politics really isn't worth the bother. Even if you correct the facts surrounding somebody's belief, most people will just either find new facts or make shit up to justify that belief. I call it the Erik P phenomenon. Every time he makes an absurd Pizzagate-level accusation, I correct it and he just finds something new. --- (\/)(\/)\|-\| In Zeus We Trust: All Others Pay Cash <cite>Zeus posted [p:879054312] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote>In most settings, discussing politics really isn't worth the bother. Even if you correct the facts surrounding somebody's belief, most people will just either find new facts or make shit up to justify that belief. I call it the Erik P phenomenon. Every time he makes an absurd Pizzagate-level accusation, I correct it and he just finds something new.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
NightMareBunny 05/13/17 10:09:50 PM #5:	TheCyborgNinja posted... ^That's exactly it. If discussing politics led anywhere productive, sure, but it just makes people dig in their heels and become less receptive to the point they'll even ignore facts. that's the same thing with everything in existence it's all because people think they are useless and nothing they say matters so why bother having an opinion when someone can give you one instead? people can't comprehend opinions existing they want everyone to be of a hivemind and if not then it's not worth discussing anything with them because they are too selfish to understand the world doesn't revolve around everyone sharing the same opinion as you it's about understanding each other and not just plugging your ears up when someone gives an opinion piece that's opposite of your own nobody will ever get anything done if we're led to believe "having an opinion is bad and you should feel bad for being your own person instead of being some blind sheep that rather be fed facts than actually learn them" --- PSN: VV_Argost XB1:GamerClawdeen WiiU: GothicNightmare <cite>NightMareBunny posted [p:879054578] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote><cite>TheCyborgNinja posted...</cite> <quote>^That's exactly it. If discussing politics led anywhere productive, sure, but it just makes people dig in their heels and become less receptive to the point they'll even ignore facts.</quote> that's the same thing with everything in existence it's all because people think they are useless and nothing they say matters so why bother having an opinion when someone can give you one instead? people can't comprehend opinions existing they want everyone to be of a hivemind and if not then it's not worth discussing anything with them because they are too selfish to understand the world doesn't revolve around everyone sharing the same opinion as you it's about understanding each other and not just plugging your ears up when someone gives an opinion piece that's opposite of your own nobody will ever get anything done if we're led to believe "having an opinion is bad and you should feel bad for being your own person instead of being some blind sheep that rather be fed facts than actually learn them"</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
KJ StErOiDs 05/13/17 10:15:40 PM #6:	For venting purposes, though it often stirs the pot just as much. 'tis a vicious cycle. --- A plethora of DKC-related fanart to numb your mind: http://kjsteroids.deviantart.com <cite>KJ StErOiDs posted [p:879054878] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote>For venting purposes, though it often stirs the pot just as much. 'tis a vicious cycle.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Muffinz0rz 05/14/17 7:59:34 PM #7:	Zeus posted... In most settings, discussing politics really isn't worth the bother. Even if you correct the facts surrounding somebody's belief, most people will just either find new facts or make shit up to justify that belief. I call it the Erik P phenomenon. Every time he makes an absurd Pizzagate-level accusation, I correct it and he just finds something new. @Erik_P I'm trying to tag Erik in here but it isn't loading his name on the tag thing. Did he actually delete his account? --- Not changing this sig until Pat Benatar is in Super Smash Bros. (Started 8/31/2010) BRAVELY DEFAULT: 1075 - 0844 - 9134 + FS: Pumkaboo, Lampent, Dusclops. <cite>Muffinz0rz posted [p:879106607] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote><cite>Zeus posted...</cite> <quote>In most settings, discussing politics really isn't worth the bother. Even if you correct the facts surrounding somebody's belief, most people will just either find new facts or make shit up to justify that belief. I call it the Erik P phenomenon. Every time he makes an absurd Pizzagate-level accusation, I correct it and he just finds something new.</quote> @Erik_P I'm trying to tag Erik in here but it isn't loading his name on the tag thing. Did he actually delete his account?</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
InfernalFive 05/14/17 8:03:28 PM #8:	Muffinz0rz posted... Zeus posted... In most settings, discussing politics really isn't worth the bother. Even if you correct the facts surrounding somebody's belief, most people will just either find new facts or make shit up to justify that belief. I call it the Erik P phenomenon. Every time he makes an absurd Pizzagate-level accusation, I correct it and he just finds something new. @Erik_P I'm trying to tag Erik in here but it isn't loading his name on the tag thing. Did he actually delete his account? He got suspended lmao --- http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lyfabsU4xH1qzy531o1_500.jpg http://i.imgur.com/ggCrHk8.jpg <cite>InfernalFive posted [p:879106822] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote><cite>Muffinz0rz posted...</cite> <quote><cite>Zeus posted...</cite> <quote>In most settings, discussing politics really isn't worth the bother. Even if you correct the facts surrounding somebody's belief, most people will just either find new facts or make shit up to justify that belief. I call it the Erik P phenomenon. Every time he makes an absurd Pizzagate-level accusation, I correct it and he just finds something new.</quote> @Erik_P I'm trying to tag Erik in here but it isn't loading his name on the tag thing. Did he actually delete his account?</quote> He got suspended lmao</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Muffinz0rz 05/14/17 8:03:59 PM #9:	InfernalFive posted... Muffinz0rz posted... Zeus posted... In most settings, discussing politics really isn't worth the bother. Even if you correct the facts surrounding somebody's belief, most people will just either find new facts or make shit up to justify that belief. I call it the Erik P phenomenon. Every time he makes an absurd Pizzagate-level accusation, I correct it and he just finds something new. @Erik_P I'm trying to tag Erik in here but it isn't loading his name on the tag thing. Did he actually delete his account? He got suspended lmao That's hilarious. What for? --- Not changing this sig until Pat Benatar is in Super Smash Bros. (Started 8/31/2010) BRAVELY DEFAULT: 1075 - 0844 - 9134 + FS: Pumkaboo, Lampent, Dusclops. <cite>Muffinz0rz posted [p:879106849] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote><cite>InfernalFive posted...</cite> <quote><cite>Muffinz0rz posted...</cite> <quote><cite>Zeus posted...</cite> <quote>In most settings, discussing politics really isn't worth the bother. Even if you correct the facts surrounding somebody's belief, most people will just either find new facts or make shit up to justify that belief. I call it the Erik P phenomenon. Every time he makes an absurd Pizzagate-level accusation, I correct it and he just finds something new.</quote> @Erik_P I'm trying to tag Erik in here but it isn't loading his name on the tag thing. Did he actually delete his account?</quote> He got suspended lmao</quote> That's hilarious. What for?</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
InfernalFive 05/14/17 8:07:28 PM #10:	Muffinz0rz posted... InfernalFive posted... Muffinz0rz posted... Zeus posted... In most settings, discussing politics really isn't worth the bother. Even if you correct the facts surrounding somebody's belief, most people will just either find new facts or make shit up to justify that belief. I call it the Erik P phenomenon. Every time he makes an absurd Pizzagate-level accusation, I correct it and he just finds something new. @Erik_P I'm trying to tag Erik in here but it isn't loading his name on the tag thing. Did he actually delete his account? He got suspended lmao That's hilarious. What for? No idea --- http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lyfabsU4xH1qzy531o1_500.jpg http://i.imgur.com/ggCrHk8.jpg <cite>InfernalFive posted [p:879107023] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote><cite>Muffinz0rz posted...</cite> <quote><cite>InfernalFive posted...</cite> <quote><cite>Muffinz0rz posted...</cite> <quote><cite>Zeus posted...</cite> <quote>In most settings, discussing politics really isn't worth the bother. Even if you correct the facts surrounding somebody's belief, most people will just either find new facts or make shit up to justify that belief. I call it the Erik P phenomenon. Every time he makes an absurd Pizzagate-level accusation, I correct it and he just finds something new.</quote> @Erik_P I'm trying to tag Erik in here but it isn't loading his name on the tag thing. Did he actually delete his account?</quote> He got suspended lmao</quote> That's hilarious. What for?</quote> No idea</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
SKARDAVNELNATE 05/14/17 10:59:05 PM #11:	I would be content to ignore politics and let them be if only politics would do the same in regard to me. --- No locked doors, no windows barred. No more things to make my brain seem SKARD. <cite>SKARDAVNELNATE posted [p:879115216] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote>I would be content to ignore politics and let them be if only politics would do the same in regard to me.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
wwinterj25 05/14/17 11:04:28 PM #12:	Haven't you already made a topic about this TC? --- One who knows nothing can understand nothing. http://psnprofiles.com/wwinterj - http://i.imgur.com/kDysIcd.gif <cite>wwinterj25 posted [p:879115474] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote>Haven't you already made a topic about this TC?</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Sensual_T_Rex 05/14/17 11:05:20 PM #13:	I don't know TC why gotta problem with it. YOU WANNA FIGHT ABOUT IT!!! --- Babylon ah mosh up the sea and fear him da Rasta mon. <cite>Sensual_T_Rex posted [p:879115522] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote>I don't know TC why gotta problem with it. YOU WANNA FIGHT ABOUT IT!!!</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Veedrock- 05/15/17 12:17:12 AM #14:	NightMareBunny posted... because they are too selfish to understand the world doesn't revolve around everyone sharing the same opinion as you Every non-advertisement topic you make is complaining about how people think different than you, this topic included. lmao. --- My friends call me Vee. I'm not your friend, buddy. <cite>Veedrock- posted [p:879118844] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote><cite>NightMareBunny posted...</cite> <quote>because they are too selfish to understand the world doesn't revolve around everyone sharing the same opinion as you</quote> Every non-advertisement topic you make is complaining about how people think different than you, this topic included. lmao.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Kungfu Kenobi 05/15/17 12:22:49 AM #15:	Zeus posted... In most settings, discussing politics really isn't worth the bother. Even if you correct the facts surrounding somebody's belief, most people will just either find new facts or make shit up to justify that belief. I call it the Erik P phenomenon. Every time he makes an absurd Pizzagate-level accusation, I correct it and he just finds something new. This is a thing: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Confirmation_bias#backfire_effect --- This album is not available to the public. Even if it were, you wouldn't wanna listen to it! <cite>Kungfu Kenobi posted [p:879119088] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote><cite>Zeus posted...</cite> <quote>In most settings, discussing politics really isn't worth the bother. Even if you correct the facts surrounding somebody's belief, most people will just either find new facts or make shit up to justify that belief. I call it the Erik P phenomenon. Every time he makes an absurd Pizzagate-level accusation, I correct it and he just finds something new.</quote> This is a thing: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Confirmation_bias#backfire_effect</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Smarkil 05/15/17 2:31:39 AM #16:	You've made this topic multiple times --- I find myself identifying strongly with Hitler - Blighboy <cite>Smarkil posted [p:879123750] in "Poli... [t:75343440]...</cite> <quote>You've made this topic multiple times</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
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