The random political thoughts thread (Part Deux)

[flippyshark]

On the other hand, here is something rather encouraging. Did any of you see the horrible video of the man humliating a Parkinson's sufferer by throwing dollar bills at him? I did, and it was appalling and depressing.

But here's the good news. The guy who did it is honestly remorseful, and frightened at how his participation in a political rally brought out the worst side of his humanity. So, a big kudos to this guy. The follow-up story doesn't say that he changed parties or changed his mind about health care, but it does give what I consider an inspiring example of somebody having the wisdom to see their own folly and the courage to admit it and do something about it.

[mousepod]

Originally Posted by flippyshark

On the other hand, here is something rather encouraging. Did any of you see the horrible video of the man humliating a Parkinson's sufferer by throwing dollar bills at him? I did, and it was appalling and depressing.

But here's the good news. The guy who did it is honestly remorseful, and frightened at how his participation in a political rally brought out the worst side of his humanity. So, a big kudos to this guy. The follow-up story doesn't say that he changed parties or changed his mind about health care, but it does give what I consider an inspiring example of somebody having the wisdom to see their own folly and the courage to admit it and do something about it.

Yeah... and after he first denied having anything to do with it, and then the video went viral and he started fearing for his safety, he "sincerely apologized".

I hope he moves next door. What a swell guy.