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In reply to the discussion: I have been on DU for almost nine years now. [View all]samplegirl
(11,587 posts)Never was a big poster because of all the scrutiny. But have read here for 13 years. We don't all share the same opinions and that is where people in our party get lost. If republicans say the sky is falling then by God the sky is falling and that's what holds their base. I don't think we should have to walk in lockstep but an opinion is just an opinion. It has drove so many people away. Sometimes it is a good thing not to post and just read and be able to view things from another's viewpoint. What democrats need is to consider all people on these boards have a right to their opinion and leave it at that. Starting a war never solved anything. Instead it's wasted time on jury. After years of reading I've learned to ignore the trolls and flame baiters and read posts of substance. I guess that's why I'm still here.