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In reply to the discussion: Has anyone noticed how veering to the right is never considered "too far," but even the slightest move to the left... [View all]Oeditpus Rex
(43,094 posts)60. 'Never considered' by whom? (n/t)
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Has anyone noticed how veering to the right is never considered "too far," but even the slightest move to the left... [View all]
AStern
Jun 2025
OP
Yes I've noticed...I think Zohran, followin Bernie's playbook, has captured people's attention on how to win elections!
InAbLuEsTaTe
Jun 2025
#6
Yes, a strong progressive agenda delivered by enthusiastic next gen. Politicians.
Magoo48
Jun 2025
#63
The Overton window is bound to shift when those on the left sit out elections and let extremist Republicans win.
W_HAMILTON
Jun 2025
#11
You claimed that I "object to any criticism of conservatives of the party," which was wrong.
W_HAMILTON
Jun 2025
#65
To the point that they have completely normalized fascism. There is no longer any point in distinguishing between
Karasu
Jun 2025
#38
I have been screaming about this Overton Window shift for what feels like eons now.
Pacifist Patriot
Jun 2025
#24
Remember when leftist Dems sent armed masked goons to snatch people from their workplaces?
IronLionZion
Jun 2025
#27
For some reason they fear equal distribution of wealth more than a nuclear holocaust.
SleeplessinSoCal
Jun 2025
#30
The Overton window in this country is ABSURDLY far to the right. A Democrat wouldn't be able to last anywhere near 5
Karasu
Jun 2025
#33
Absolutely. It's always said Dems need to move to the center, but no one ever suggests Republicans do the same.
Vinca
Jun 2025
#40
Anything less isn't providing an actual alternative to modern conservatism anyhow. Running a bit to the left of a
Karasu
Jun 2025
#51
I hope it's okay now in here to even just question Democratic leadership
LiberalLovinLug
Jun 2025
#56
Sure, you noticed double standards. Just not the ones being discussed. Of course.
AStern
Jun 2025
#75
Sure, we're all sharing perspectives. The difference is, I backed mine up with facts.
AStern
Jun 2025
#81
You're looking for an argument for validation. I'm not here to entertain you.
Oopsie Daisy
Jun 2025
#82
I'm not on the same page with many folks. For starters, I live in the real world.
Oopsie Daisy
Jun 2025
#88
You've replied half a dozen times to something you claim isn't worth your time. That says more than your emoji ever coul
AStern
Jun 2025
#89
You've been dismissive, evasive, and condescending, then acted like that was some kind of mic drop.
AStern
Jun 2025
#91
"Polls don't vote" is a cute slogan, but you're missing the point. Perhaps intentionally.
AStern
Jun 2025
#78
Absolutely correct. A middle-of-the-road stance is considered communist by MAGAts and their media outlets.
Martin68
Jun 2025
#72