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Congratulations to our presumptive Democratic nominee, Joe Biden!
Democratic Primaries
In reply to the discussion: He's not my candidate, but Beto's righteous anger thrills me. [View all]Neema
(1,151 posts)12. I think if ever there was a time for swearing, it's this time. But then I swear like a sailor so
I have no problem with it generally.
That said, I don't think it remotely compares to the foulness of 45's language. Beto is swearing out of frustration and anger. The language 45 uses is way more vulgar, because he makes degrading comments about women and minorities even if they're not technically curse words, and its only purpose is to degrade and foment hatred.
Also this:
https://www.sciencealert.com/swearing-is-a-sign-of-more-intelligence-not-less-say-scientists
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/health-benefits-of-swearing_n_5a5e44a8e4b0106b7f65b3a6
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I'll buy that. He makes me proud to be a Democrat, straight up, no holds barred truth. n/t
NNadir
Aug 2019
#2
He's got the fire in his belly and he could help flip more Senate seats than just Texas
OldDem65
Aug 2019
#21
It bothers me. As much as *I* swear and curse, it still bothers me to see politicians do it.
NurseJackie
Aug 2019
#6
Normally I would agree with you. I've made a big deal discouraging my sons from using...
NNadir
Aug 2019
#8
I think if ever there was a time for swearing, it's this time. But then I swear like a sailor so
Neema
Aug 2019
#12
Agree! Just shows ta go ya that three words can make a powerful statement and
cornball 24
Aug 2019
#7
What annoys me about his naysayers saying he should drop out and run for senate...
Otto Lidenbrock
Aug 2019
#13
Beto called Trump "an existential threat" to the "future of our democracy"
bucolic_frolic
Aug 2019
#30