When I first came to this site, I thought that I would find like minded individuals who agreed with everything I say. And from there, I thought we would start a revolution. Boy, was I wrong...
Can you believe that there are differing viewpoints on here? I always thought that group think would take over and that my talking points would be repeated ad nauseum. The fact of the matter is, not only do all readers on DailyKos refuse to agree with me simply on principle, but actually insert their own opinions in the comment threads... sometimes, with much force and gusto.
Also, some contributors on this site believe that we should let the legislative process take it's course, even while people still die in the world. And I'm not just talking about "from old age". Others on this site believe that we should just stamp our feet, shut down the government and do what's right, regardless of repercussions. Why can't we all just pick a viewpoint and stick to it, regardless of new information or facts on the ground?
Third, and this is the real reason I'm leaving... my comments don't always get uprated. This is so unfair. Even when I make absurd comments in the heat of the moment, when my knee jerk liberal reactions take over, they should still be uprated. Am I not a lifelong Democrat? All of my comments (even the ridiculous ones with no links to back them up) should be uprated simply because I took the time to post them. For some reason, only people who support [my candidate] for president seem to uprate me. People who support [their candidate] for president just call me names and accuse me of hijacking threads.
Lately, the flame wars have been calming down and people are starting to be more respectful. While this is great, people still INSIST on debating facts and actions, providing links and useful information while STILL disagreeing and refusing to repeat my talking points ad nauseum.
That is why I am leaving. To go volunteer some time in my children's pre-school. And then to the library with said children. Then to the park, with children and dog. Sorry, pootie can't come, she doesn't listen.
And just so you know, when I return home, instead of this crummy site, I will spend all of my computer time here... because I just like the way THEY do things.