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In reply to the discussion: for my 50,000th post: The "White Knights" of the First Amendment [View all]hunter
(38,460 posts)24. Black & White Authoritarian thinking...
... there are nuances to the first amendment.
Public and private spaces are not easily defined.
I don't know why so many white guys are so intent on invading the safe spaces of groups that have been oppressed, raped, or otherwise violated.
It's disgusting.
They've nothing to contribute but "What about me? Don't you care what I think?"
No. Just 'cause you are a white guy with opinions doesn't mean everyone has to include you in their discussions.
Go stand on the corner yelling at passing cars like a schizophrenic street preacher. That's free speech. Invading other people's safe places is not.
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and thank you for those very kind words. I am very happy if my posts can offer a different
niyad
Sep 2016
#7
awww, thank you. wanted to definitely do something significant for such a milestone!
niyad
Sep 2016
#12
such a good 50000th post, good going, and keep it going for another 50!
Divine Discontent
Sep 2016
#9
I'll make it simple for you. Suppose there's a weekly AA meeting held at a public venue...
hunter
Sep 2016
#34