The "fight" lane and the "hope" lane

[Recursion]

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Anyways, the thread keeps going and is interesting. Over the years I've noticed that "I'll fight for you" is a sign of a doomed campaign. I'm not sure why people keep using it.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

1. Pete's on the side of Hope! I'm right there with him.

I feel happier when I think about hope.

[ancianita]

2. Buttegieg says he's influenced by George Lakoff,a famous linguist turned political language expert.

[HopeAgain]

4. I think it is time for a fight

American Democracy is at risk, the Republicans are proving that they will go to any lengths to protect their wealthy plutarchy.

I really, really want a fighter this time around. This time, let's not bring a knife to a gunfight.

[Recursion]

5. Everybody always says that, and the people who talk about "fighting" always lose

It's not how you win elections.

[marylandblue]

6. A good fighter does not necessarily say the word "fight"

Machiavelli advised that a prince should appear kind in public and do his dirty deeds in private.

[marylandblue]

7. Buttigieg, may not talking about fighting, but he picked a fight with the religious right.

[Renew Deal]

8. Interesting