The random political thoughts thread (Part Deux)

[Alex]

And I'm saying that I don't doubt you believe that; I just don't believe you're right.

And I don't believe I diluted anything Leo said. He called Helen arrogant (she is, but I like that). Tracilicious called Leo delusional. I think you're diluting what was said to Leo, and I think the source of that is that you tend to agree with what was said to Leo.

But the point is this: If I say, "all hair dressers in Spokane are whores" is that any less insulting because I didn't say "wendybeth is a whore?" No, it isn't. And saying "all Republicans who believe X, which Leo just said he believes, are delusional" is not any less personal because of rhetorical deflection. You just like the sentiment better.

But again, I'm not trying to argue that this is unusual, just the idea that Leo should pretend it isn't true and that his comments are unfounded.