With all of the purge talk, maybe we should ask: why are we Democrats?

[Depaysement]

I think a bit of soul searching is in order. By thinking about and perhaps answering this question we may be able to reclaim a common bond and decide where we go from here. I don't think the answer is or should be "because I don't want to be a Republican" or "the other side is worse."

I think we should discuss that here. I mean an overall theme, not specific issues. I am starting this to try to get to the root of the problem.

For me, it boils down to fairness. When someone gets too little pay for her daily toils, I see injustice. When the gay kid gets cornered and beaten in the locker room, I want to protect him. When I see people forced to live in hell so a tiny bunch of fat cats can lick the cream, I want Robin Hood.

Others probably have better reasons. Maybe government helping people. What is yours?

[CurtEastPoint]

1. I am a Democrat because I think of other people besides myself and work for the common good.

[B Calm]

2. I asked the same thing on Monday.

Here is the link: http://www.democraticunderground.com/10025752403

[Depaysement]

3. Sorry didn't see it

Great minds