A good article on how to prevent violence and civil war in the United States

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First, we need to reach beyond our isolated bubbles.

Second, we have to rehumanize our adversaries.

Finally, we need to stick with it. We can’t just pull away when difficult issues emerge.

“The best way to end a civil war is to stop it before it happens”

Opinion by John Paul Lederach
August 15, 2024 at 4:00 a.m. PT

John Paul Lederach is professor emeritus of international peacebuilding at the University of Notre Dame, senior fellow at Humanity United and author of “The Pocket Guide for Facing Down a Civil War.”



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First, we need to reach beyond our isolated bubbles.

Second, we have to rehumanize our adversaries.

Finally, we need to stick with it. We can’t just pull away when difficult issues emerge.
Credit where it is due, great advice IWRA.

This just shows that even s stopped clock is right twice a day. :)

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This just shows that even s stopped clock is right twice a day. :)
And you blew it.

The reason it is so hard to listen to MAGA MORONS is they live in an alternative reality because they choose to consume bogus information 

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Second, we have to rehumanize our adversaries.
People are rarely capable of seeing their enemies as also people who deserve respect.

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IWRA saying to humanize adversaries, hilarious.


So is it now kosher for left-tribers to talk about the impending civil war because when a right-triber gives warnings there is all this pearl clutching and "you're threatening WHAHT?"
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Second, we have to rehumanize our adversaries.

 "MAGA MORONS"

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First, we need to reach beyond our isolated bubbles.

Proceeds to only read WAPO....

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Second, we have to rehumanize our adversaries.

 "MAGA MORONS"
Yeah, it was good while it lasted.
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Second, we have to rehumanize our adversaries.

 "MAGA MORONS"
Yeah, it was good while it lasted.
We're probably just players in a fantasy where he reached out to the depraved barbarians but they tried to bite his hand off.

"All you had to do was REPENT MAGA MORON, AND THOU WOULD HATH BEEN SAVED?!!!!"
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Want to stop the civil war? Stop doing things that half the country are perceiving as enslavement and attack. Can we do that? No, no we can't because that's how morals work.

The left-tribe won't stop trying to save the youth of the midwest from heteronormativity and the right tribe won't stop trying to save the city centers from abortion.

It should go without saying that when you steal 30% of people's stuff they're going to get very angry if you spend it in ways they don't like, so if the federal government could stop doing that it would also do a great deal to re-harmonize the nation.

Look familiar? That's right it's the federal compromise which is the moderate position in the right-tribe. People like IWRA have backed themselves into an ideological corner in which not controlling other people in distant lands is tantamount to surrender. To even suggest removing the cause of the conflict is itself something only the enemy would say (which means you are the aggressor).


To quote the song from Vikings season 1: This will never end because I want more, more, give me more, give me more.
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Stop doing things that half the country are perceiving as enslavement and attack.
Such as? You idiots are following a cult leader. He lies to you and you believe him because he’s your cult leader. The fact that only half the country believes your enslavement theory should tell you it’s not true.

It should go without saying that when you steal 30% of people's stuff they're going to get very angry
I’d be surprised if you even paid a 10% effective federal tax rate.

Social Security and Medicare taxes are the only that will keep you out of poverty in your old age. How do I know? Because that’s what it is doing for today’s seniors 
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Some lies are worse than other lies.

like "the border is secure" and "Prices are not high"

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Some lies are worse than other lies.
Still no work today?

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if you spend it in ways they don't like
Right, no more money for farmers subsidies and handouts.

No more money to prop up rural areas with WiFi and 911 emergency services, or air service.

I’ll remind you that the red states get way more money from the Treasury than they send to it.

To quote the song from Vikings season 1:
Of course you watch Vikings. I am not surprised. Probably while eating KFC with a ball cap stuck on your head.

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Still no work today?
Still no new takes today o jealous wonder?

Some lies are worse than other lies.

like "the border is secure" and "Prices are not high"

Those are a lot worse than "my crowd is bigly"

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So no work, got it. But you’re a full time teacher on TV.

It’s a good thing you inherited your mothers house and you can live off a meager income by living alone.

Those are a lot worse than "my crowd is bigly"
and “they stole the election”
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Why waste time bragging about how jealous you are of strangers on the internet? sad.

I guess the same dysfunctional mind that gets themselves banned finds this jealousy nourishing somehow. Weird brains.

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I’m so jealous of a guy who has no job, no wife, no kids, no friends, and gambles to entertain himself .

And his a delicate crybaby who complains to the moderators
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“they stole the election”

Yes I agree, those are bad lies. 
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I’m so jealous of a guy who has no job, no wife, no kids, no friends, and gambles to entertain himself 

If you're feeling jealous of someone who has no job, no family responsibilities, and spends their time gambling, it might be worth exploring what's driving that feeling. This kind of envy could be a sign that you're feeling overwhelmed or burdened by your own responsibilities. Perhaps the idea of having no obligations and the freedom to do as you please seems appealing because your current situation feels restrictive or exhausting.

It could also suggest that you're craving more freedom or spontaneity in your life. Maybe the routine of work, family, and social obligations is leaving you feeling trapped or unfulfilled. The person you're envious of represents a lifestyle that, while unconventional, seems to offer an escape from the pressures you're facing. This doesn't mean you want to abandon your responsibilities, but rather that you might need to find a better balance between your obligations and your own needs for relaxation and personal enjoyment.

I’d advise taking some time to reflect on what aspects of your life might be causing these feelings. Perhaps touch grass every so often. Are there areas where you can lighten your load or carve out more grass-touching time for yourself? It might also be helpful to talk to someone you trust or a professional who can help you explore these feelings further and find ways to make your life feel more fulfilling and less overwhelming.



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Yes I agree, those are bad lies. 
No, you don’t agree. You are being glib. The false equivalency proposed by that MAGA MORON lawyer was just that, a false equivalency.

I would tell you the facts of the Kennedy election but you are a MAGA MORON, so facts don’t matter

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If you're feeling jealous of someone who has no job, no family responsibilities, and spends their time gambling, it might be worth exploring what's driving that feeling. 
I’m not. Nobody is.

You have a dead end job
You live alone
You gamble to fill the void


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Awesome, repeat chatGP.

because nonsense sounds better the second and third time around. A third time would really score points. Try it
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I’d advise taking some time to reflect on what aspects of your life might be causing these feelings. Perhaps touch grass every so often. Are there areas where you can lighten your load or carve out more grass-touching time for yourself? It might also be helpful to talk to someone you trust or a professional who can help you explore these feelings further and find ways to make your life feel more fulfilling and less overwhelming.
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Remember that JD Vance  called Trump an 'idiot' and a potential 'American Hitler'.
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Reflecting on JD Vance’s past comments about Trump might bring up feelings of confusion or frustration, especially when you see such a stark contrast between his earlier criticisms and his current support. However, it’s important to recognize that people’s opinions can evolve over time as they learn more, gain new experiences, or reassess their beliefs. This doesn’t necessarily mean they were insincere before, but rather that they’ve grown or adapted to new circumstances.

Understanding that even public figures like Vance can change their minds might encourage you to consider the value of being open to change in your own life. It’s natural to have strong opinions, but remaining open to new information or perspectives can lead to personal growth and a deeper understanding of complex issues. It’s okay to reassess your views as you learn more about the world, just as others do.

I’d advise embracing this flexibility in your own thinking. Instead of seeing shifts in opinion as a weakness, view them as an opportunity for growth. Engage with different perspectives, seek out new information, and allow yourself the freedom to evolve. By doing so, you’ll be better equipped to navigate the complexities of the world with an open and adaptive mindset.

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The reason it is so hard to listen to MAGA MORONS is they live in an alternative reality because they choose to consume bogus information 
At least you didn't call me "Weird".

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Reflecting on JD Vance’s past comments about Trump might bring up feelings of confusion or frustration, 
GP is really in touch with his feminine side today.

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IWRA thinks women are naturally confused and frustrated.... how misogynistic of him?
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So you think GP sounds like a confused and frustrated woman. I agree