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Major Nikon

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2. For any large cause there will always be those who are counterproductive to it

Reply to Bonobo (Original post)

Mon Sep 22, 2014, 11:08 AM

Sep 2014

Generally this takes the form of excessive zealotry to the point of division and alienation with a dichotomous "you are either with us or against us" attitude. This doesn't mean the actual cause isn't worthwhile.

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I celebrate Feminism and support it in every way. [View all] Bonobo Sep 2014 OP

"I am going to try to promote the message of all-inclusive equality for all" Veilex Sep 2014 #1

For any large cause there will always be those who are counterproductive to it Major Nikon Sep 2014 #2

Despite its bad press, the "tone argument" makes a lot of sense. Bonobo Sep 2014 #3

I don't know why some people don't think it is. kjones Sep 2014 #4

Almost every way Doctor_J Sep 2014 #5