07-29-2017, 10:49 AM
I think it's very difficult for any activist to 'not' create an "us and them" milieu. The very nature of activism is taking a strong stance on an issue, and I admire activists and whistle blowers. They are the people in our society with a lot of spine and bravery. Activism means entering the arena.
I am also a straight shooter, so naturally I will be attracted to the straight shooters on this forum. This has probably been the most difficult balancing I have ever had to do, because of the "soft touch" issue, because I so strongly believe in authenticity and honesty. So I'm trying to do "soft touch" without being fake of dishonest.
People are allowed to "think aloud" on this forum, ironing out their "wonderings" against a sounding board. Discourse is good! Not personal insults.... but discourse. That's infinity, an infinite amount of expressions.
I am also a straight shooter, so naturally I will be attracted to the straight shooters on this forum. This has probably been the most difficult balancing I have ever had to do, because of the "soft touch" issue, because I so strongly believe in authenticity and honesty. So I'm trying to do "soft touch" without being fake of dishonest.
People are allowed to "think aloud" on this forum, ironing out their "wonderings" against a sounding board. Discourse is good! Not personal insults.... but discourse. That's infinity, an infinite amount of expressions.