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"Arny Krueger" wrote:

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It's interesting that in some endeavors, one can express
an opinion, or even be factually wrong about something,
and not be called an idiot. Not here, however.

Note that so-called subjectivists seem to be more prone to use the
word
idiot - both on each other and on objectivists. On RAO one of the most
prolific orgionators of the word is George Middius.

I agree with you that it comes from both "sides". It's all "idiotic"
if
you ask me. All part of the "talk radio culture", IMO.

I don't see the link to talk radio... which, minimally has to be
considered moderated.

I've noticed that in the past few years as "abrasive" hosts have become
more popular,

In talk radio? Who specifically are you thinking of?

Hannity, Limbaugh...

the quality of public debate has become more "idiotic".
Could be a chicken/egg thing.

I think that content has become fragmented and a bit of
a conflict has surfaced between MSM and talk radio and
bloggers. I don't think that creates an idiotic debate...
to the contrary, it allows for representation of more
diverse opinions.

ScottW

Oh, I like the diversity just fine; it's the presentation that bothers
me and that I think has caused the debate to become more "course".