Well spoken young man. Yes, more understanding and less convincing. This would lead to two opposites seeing similarities and agreements, rather than division and opposition.
While vacationing in Italy and Slovenia a few years ago, we had a free day and randomly noticed on a map that Hungary was nearby. Being a typical American, I didn't know much of anything about Hungary but we saw a giant lake near the border so set off for Kezthely. Besides the gorgeous palace and lovely town (and refreshing lack of American tourists), what really struck me was how friendly and down-to-earth the people were. Not as flashy as the nearby Italians -- just happy, real people enjoying their summer vacation fishing, biking, and swimming. I'm definitely going back and exploring more of that wonderful country.
"They don’t attack others for their opinions or feign indignance or look for a reason to become angry. "
Very different from woke Americans. Of course, to get there Hungary was a captive nation controlled by the USSR's communist totalitarian regime. After escaping captivity by the USSR, Hungarians are probably much more appreciative of freedom. In fact, they hope the U.S. will continue to be a beacon of freedom for the rest of the world. The vast majority of immigrants around the world would agree, ranking the U.S. as their top choice for a place to live. Without a doubt, the woke are oblivious to any of this. The American education system and media have failed them.
This was one of the things that jumped out at me. Eastern Europeans and the foreigners I spoke to were not looking to be offended. They were just talking—as it should be.
Well spoken young man. Yes, more understanding and less convincing. This would lead to two opposites seeing similarities and agreements, rather than division and opposition.
The little boy was wonderful!
I love this. I can't wait to see the others
They're on their way!
While vacationing in Italy and Slovenia a few years ago, we had a free day and randomly noticed on a map that Hungary was nearby. Being a typical American, I didn't know much of anything about Hungary but we saw a giant lake near the border so set off for Kezthely. Besides the gorgeous palace and lovely town (and refreshing lack of American tourists), what really struck me was how friendly and down-to-earth the people were. Not as flashy as the nearby Italians -- just happy, real people enjoying their summer vacation fishing, biking, and swimming. I'm definitely going back and exploring more of that wonderful country.
Really good, really decent people. I just love spending time there.
Brilliant! What the young man said is consistent with what Braver Angels (www.braverangels.org) teaches in free workshops, such as Depolarizing Within (https://braverangels.org/what-we-do/depolarizing-within/) and Skills for Bridging the Divide (https://braverangels.org/what-we-do/skills-bridging-divide/). I hope he does run for office and that like-minded Americans run for office here.
He was terrific. Similarly, check this out:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9slixYNXs0&t=5s
"They don’t attack others for their opinions or feign indignance or look for a reason to become angry. "
Very different from woke Americans. Of course, to get there Hungary was a captive nation controlled by the USSR's communist totalitarian regime. After escaping captivity by the USSR, Hungarians are probably much more appreciative of freedom. In fact, they hope the U.S. will continue to be a beacon of freedom for the rest of the world. The vast majority of immigrants around the world would agree, ranking the U.S. as their top choice for a place to live. Without a doubt, the woke are oblivious to any of this. The American education system and media have failed them.
This was one of the things that jumped out at me. Eastern Europeans and the foreigners I spoke to were not looking to be offended. They were just talking—as it should be.
As it should be here too--once we get "beyond woke."