Yes. This. And, I'd bet that "common sense" is what many people are already lamenting the absence of, and this sound byte confirms and reinforces their existing opinion. It's quite shrewd and is anything but "emotional."
I don't disagree that the usage of "common sense" is shrewd and calculating, and I think even Thomas Payne recognized its efficacy.
However, we ought to be seeking statesmen and thinkers. I want to caution the readers of my posts against seeking out demagogue that capitalize on our frustrations. Just because one man says the words and phrases with which you might sympathize, doesn't mean that he deserves your support.
"... those men who have overturned the liberties of republics the greatest number have begun their carreer, by paying an obsequious court to the people, commencing Demagogues and ending Tyrants." - Hamilton, Federalist 1
I don't understand the downvotes, I made the same observation. His answer started out much the same way the reporter's question did in terms of being ill-defined. Thankfully the reporter was mentally and verbally slow enough not to jump on it, and this man then elaborated with a concrete example of what he means.
Sadly, down-voting the real-life equivalent to giving another speaker a head-shake, as you walk by.
Pay attention to the ratio: four upvotes to ten downvotes. Stating a contrary opinion, even if it is unpopular, is always beneficial. This forum is meant for honest dialogue, and that should always be at the forefront of our minds and the purpose of our posts.
too many people are expressing that they think you are wrong by downvoting. they should just come here and say they think you are wrong. and in the interest of not commenting too many times, I think you are wrong in that you did not listen past the common sense thing.
Holy shit that was awesome. Force the reporter to phrase an actual question and don't let them put words in your mouth. That was great.
sound bytes are the only things that get air time in media interviews. The masses don't have the attention span for anything else.
common sense is easily understood. points to a ton of shit without saying anything.
Yes. This. And, I'd bet that "common sense" is what many people are already lamenting the absence of, and this sound byte confirms and reinforces their existing opinion. It's quite shrewd and is anything but "emotional."
Also, "Common Sense" was good enough for Thomas Payne, so it's good enough for me. https://oll.libertyfund.org/page/1776-paine-common-sense-pamphlet
I don't disagree that the usage of "common sense" is shrewd and calculating, and I think even Thomas Payne recognized its efficacy.
However, we ought to be seeking statesmen and thinkers. I want to caution the readers of my posts against seeking out demagogue that capitalize on our frustrations. Just because one man says the words and phrases with which you might sympathize, doesn't mean that he deserves your support.
"... those men who have overturned the liberties of republics the greatest number have begun their carreer, by paying an obsequious court to the people, commencing Demagogues and ending Tyrants." - Hamilton, Federalist 1
I don't understand the downvotes, I made the same observation. His answer started out much the same way the reporter's question did in terms of being ill-defined. Thankfully the reporter was mentally and verbally slow enough not to jump on it, and this man then elaborated with a concrete example of what he means.
Sadly, down-voting the real-life equivalent to giving another speaker a head-shake, as you walk by.
Pay attention to the ratio: four upvotes to ten downvotes. Stating a contrary opinion, even if it is unpopular, is always beneficial. This forum is meant for honest dialogue, and that should always be at the forefront of our minds and the purpose of our posts.
too many people are expressing that they think you are wrong by downvoting. they should just come here and say they think you are wrong. and in the interest of not commenting too many times, I think you are wrong in that you did not listen past the common sense thing.