In my opinion, our leaders and would-be leaders could use a course in how to get your point across without name-calling or violent rhetoric. Right now, at this moment, our country could use the logic and wisdom of Ronald Reagan, Will Rogers, and the ageless advice of Aristotle: persuade people through credibility, emotion, and logic. Resorting to accusations and childish name-calling doesn’t do anything but cause anger and division.
Perhaps, before any politician is elected to office, requirements should include taking a course in The Art of Gentle Persuasion, as well as courses in the Constitution and Declaration of Independence. They should also promise not to use foul language to get their point across.
These are just my opinions, but I think I could add another essential: common sense. You can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar. And beginning a conversation with an accusation is inflammatory and divisive.
And that is my rant for the day.
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