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I do not like to call myself a Liberal, because there is so much that is wrong with liberalism. I also do not like to call my a Conservative for exactly the same reason. The fact that the theater of conservativism seems to be such a haven for such an abundance of small minded, non-thinking, irrationalists is however making it very difficult for me to not adopt a harder stance.

Derek R. Audette#36

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About this quote

What does it mean?
The author rejects political labels because both liberals and conservatives seem to harbor irrationality.
In plain terms
I don't like liberals or conservatives because both sides have problems.
What can you take from it?
Evaluate ideas individually rather than relying on labels.

Where it applies

  • political debate
  • voting decisions
  • party affiliation

Putting it to work

  • analyze policies over parties
  • avoid political tribalism

Questions to consider

  • How do you define your politics?
  • Do you trust party labels?

Another view

Labels can sometimes help organize complex political views.

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