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Calling them a spoiler party only reinforces the power of the two-party system that stifles real choice. Third parties actually push important issues into the spotlight, challenging the status quo. And they give voters more options. We need more than this duopoly that we are under.
No, I mean that being spoliers is their function. They exist to siphon votes off Democrats, not as a side effect of gaining votes for a sincerely held belief in any cause, but as a cynical and deliberate attempt to decrease their chances and increase Republicans' chances.
It's absurd to claim that third parties are nothing more than tools to weaken the Democrats.
Many of us who champion third parties do so out of a fierce belief in the need for real, transformative change—not to play into the hands of the Republicans.
I'm beginning to think that maybe your real aim is to keep people shackled to the same two-headed beast that fears any challenge to its power.
And now I think you're just another mouthpiece for the duopoly, terrified of the revolution that true independent voices could spark. And you are only saying this stuff to confuse people and make them second-guess themselves.
A 23 day old account desperately shilling for third parties and telling everyone else they are a “mouthpiece”…
Really?
How long should I have an account before I can start posting stuff I am interested in? I didn't see a timing reference when signing up.
Can’t say before posting inflammatory shit.
Something to consider before posting inflammatory shit… It’s almost like your content means more than your age… but you’re focused on what?
So because I am not voting for your candidate, and I believe in workers rights, this is "inflammatory shit"?! Say what, brother?!
I've already posted my opinion and views. I'm not sure what you seem to be unclear about. What can I help you understand, friend?
Substance and content matters? Maybe your posted “opinion” is disagreeable?
What can I help you understand as everyone downvotes you?
Oh, I am very sure what I post is disagreeable to you. It's quite obvious that you don't want the Duopoly Regime to change.
Ah, the downvotes—proof that I've struck a nerve in the belly of the two-headed snake you seem so enamored with.
If my words shake you to your core, it's because they expose the rot of a system that thrives on keeping us divided and powerless.
I don't need your help, friend; it's clear you're too busy worshiping the duopoly to see the truth staring you in the face.
And I'm still not gonna vote for Harris. Nor are many of my friends. You haven't changed my mind at all. :)
Keep telling yourself who I worship as everyone downvotes you. The “duopoly” is your issue… everyone else works in the real world as you keep on that duopoly… I’m sure decades from now you’ll make a difference. Just like decades before folks saying the same thing have made… Maybe just maybe… I’m not the enemy.
I will. I know you're scared at the thought that there may be change. You're so used to the Democrats and the Republicans running everything, that you can't imagine something different.
Oh, the "real world" you're talking about—the one where the duopoly keeps folks like you complacent while the rest of us fight for real change. You may find comfort in the crumbs they toss your way, but don't mistake that for progress
The voices calling out the duopoly aren't silenced by downvotes; they're fueled by the knowledge that every pushback is a sign we're hitting where it hurts.
Decades from now, when the cracks in your beloved system become too wide to ignore, remember these words: true change takes more than blind allegiance to a broken machine.