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
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