It seems like now is a good time to have a conversation about finding common ground between the various factions of left/progressive folks. I know this isn’t a new topic but maybe it’s worth revisiting.
What are the sticking points and what can we all agree on in the context of current-day politics?
Adding some things I think any leftist should be able to agree on:
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Capitalism has been a strong negative influence on human existence
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People who look, act and live differently from you deserve exactly the same human rights as you, even if they make you uncomfortable
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Health care, food, water, and housing are human rights
Unfortunately, I think this is herding cats.
I wish I felt otherwise.
You’re making this comment in a Tankie Community that explicitly stands against Liberalism, it’s more like wolves trying to heard cats to fight other cats and eat the remains.
That’s a good way to look at it. You don’t herd cats, you show them something they want and they’ll herd themselves independently :)
Exactly! Now we just have to figure out what they want.
Basic human rights would be a start.
This is exactly what I was hoping to crystallize
The problem is that, while getting there, all the cats tear themselves to pieces for not being cat enough to really want it.