At no point in time has the divide between Republican and Democrat, conservative and liberal, been so great. In fact, the division is so wide that it’s becoming dangerous. A country that was founded on the premise of freedom is quickly losing its identity. And while neither side is handling the divide as well as it could, it’s clear that the modern liberal has transitioned from a free thinker into an oblivious product of a system that demonizes intellectual freedom.
Where Liberals are Missing the Mark
Let’s be clear about one thing: Not all liberals are evil or stupid. The majority are simply uninterested in hearing opinions that don’t align with their beliefs. In particular, let’s examine two areas where the modern liberal is missing the mark.
1. Victimization and a Lack of Responsibility
Have you noticed recently that liberals are always victims? Do you know a liberal who isn’t currently being victimized by something? Whether it’s race, gender, wages, weapons, or anything in between, liberals glorify those who are oppressed – regardless of whether or not the oppression is a figment of their imaginations.
This habit of labeling yourself a “victim” is pervasive in the liberal community and speaks directly to something your average leftist disdains: responsibility. If you look up the definition of responsibility, there are a few different explanations. One is: “The state or fact of being accountable or to blame for something.” Another is: “The opportunity or ability to act independently and make decisions without authorization.”
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