It seems like now is a good time to have a conversation about finding common ground between the various factions of left/progressive folks. I know this isn’t a new topic but maybe it’s worth revisiting.
What are the sticking points and what can we all agree on in the context of current-day politics?
Adding some things I think any leftist should be able to agree on:
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Capitalism has been a strong negative influence on human existence
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People who look, act and live differently from you deserve exactly the same human rights as you, even if they make you uncomfortable
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Health care, food, water, and housing are human rights
Unfortunately, I think this is herding cats.
I wish I felt otherwise.
That’s a good way to look at it. You don’t herd cats, you show them something they want and they’ll herd themselves independently :)
Exactly! Now we just have to figure out what they want.
Basic human rights would be a start.
This is exactly what I was hoping to crystallize
The problem is that, while getting there, all the cats tear themselves to pieces for not being cat enough to really want it.
You’re making this comment in a Tankie Community that explicitly stands against Liberalism, it’s more like wolves trying to heard cats to fight other cats and eat the remains.