Thread: Pro-knife/Anti-knife?

Originally Posted by Syme

If I had to guess, I'd guess that you are trying to say that I'm ignorant of how democracy works because I'm complaining about politicians enacting laws in response to public feeling. That would be a misunderstanding of my position, but I'll wait for you to clarify before I go on.

I'm glad you realize what I'm talking about now.

The following quotes not only lead me to believe I've not misunderstood your position, but also reinforce the fact that I feel you're lacking enough education or knowledge (the definition of ignorant) that you place blame on politicians. I realize you've grouped the "people" and the "lawmakers" together in a few of these quotes, but my observation still stands.

Originally Posted by Syme

lawmakers, with no realistic understanding of these issues, form opinions--and laws--based on what looks scary when they see it on the tee-vee.

Originally Posted by Syme

Lawmakers are not going to pass sensible laws about things that they don't understand and can't think about rationally.

Originally Posted by Syme

No, I am not surprised that an ignorant general public elects ignorant politicians who pass stupid laws

Originally Posted by Syme

the general public, and the politicians representing them, don't know shit

If you can't find the parallels between your statements and the misplaced hate for law enforcement I mentioned earlier, I'm not sure anything I say would be able to change your mind.