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How identity politics lost Democrats the election. -- (edited)
Posted by
znufrii
Nov 18 '16, 08:14
Not 100% sold on the arguments here, but definitely some food for thought to be had.
"Identity politics...is largely expressive, not persuasive...it never wins elections, but can lose them."
(nyti.ms)
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Yes, because in an election lasting almost two years, only a single reason can explain who won or lost. -- nm
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ReluctantCynic
Nov 18, 09:18
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And in an incredible coincidence, it's the issue I care most about! -- nm
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Reagen
Nov 18, 09:29
So basically we shouldn't acknowledge the diverse nature of the country (including white people) lest we upset the white folks? got it. -- (edited)
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Mel Profit
Nov 18, 08:29
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RIght. Let's not focus on people who are particularly disadvantaged and make sure the people who aren't similarly disadvantaged are properly attended
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pmb
Nov 18, 08:56
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I'm just gonna hire you as my spokesman
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ty97
Nov 18, 09:01
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He does such a good job at that, he should probably get a job representing people, someway, somehow -- nm
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crash davis
Nov 18, 09:05
I'm seriously trying to NOT read this article as "be kinder to racists" and failing -- nm
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ty97
Nov 18, 08:34
Not to mention that those living in homogenous areas are *totally* reacting to diversity. -- nm
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Reagen
Nov 18, 08:32
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Right, but they don't think they are so that's it. We have to make sure they're happy so that can't be discussed.
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pmb
Nov 18, 09:00
(as if Republicans didn't use identity politics) -- nm
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Reagen
Nov 18, 08:16
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They touch on that. -- nm
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znufrii
Nov 18, 08:20
(it won them the election!) -- nm
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Doctor Spawn
Nov 18, 08:17
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