So, IMO is a great forum and a good way to get to know people, how they think, their values, what's important to them and their political and religious ideologies.
Because it's the written word, it forces you to think more carefully about what you say, because there is little emotion in writing, and so it's easy to be misinterpreted, or come off harsher than you intend, or not be able to put feeling into the things you say.
If you had to have five people here over for dinner - great food, great wine (or, insert favourite beverage ____ ), great conversation - and debate some of the things we talk about here, who would you invite?
I would certainly have Bruce and Cindy over. A good debate always needs people with opposing views on fundamental issues, not only to give it spice but also to broaden your own knowledge, and show you points of view you may not have thought of on your own. Such a great way to learn and become more rounded, by listening to people you don't often agree with!
Then somewhere in the middle I'd have Heidi. We have quite opposing views but often we are coming from the same place.
For people who I generally agree a lot with, I'd like to finish off my five with Zissou'sMom and Mirinae. I think that would make for a great well-rounded group!
I'd like to add, these are all people for whom (whether we agree or disagree) I have a great deal of respect, and who have all taught me a lot in my interaction with them.
Things that have come up in IMO that I'd love to talk about in person with them are, obviously, the war in Iraq, our justice systems, terrorism in general and how to approach it, and from today, gun control and laws.
Who would you invite? And what would you want to talk about?
Because it's the written word, it forces you to think more carefully about what you say, because there is little emotion in writing, and so it's easy to be misinterpreted, or come off harsher than you intend, or not be able to put feeling into the things you say.
If you had to have five people here over for dinner - great food, great wine (or, insert favourite beverage ____ ), great conversation - and debate some of the things we talk about here, who would you invite?
I would certainly have Bruce and Cindy over. A good debate always needs people with opposing views on fundamental issues, not only to give it spice but also to broaden your own knowledge, and show you points of view you may not have thought of on your own. Such a great way to learn and become more rounded, by listening to people you don't often agree with!
Then somewhere in the middle I'd have Heidi. We have quite opposing views but often we are coming from the same place.
For people who I generally agree a lot with, I'd like to finish off my five with Zissou'sMom and Mirinae. I think that would make for a great well-rounded group!
I'd like to add, these are all people for whom (whether we agree or disagree) I have a great deal of respect, and who have all taught me a lot in my interaction with them.
Things that have come up in IMO that I'd love to talk about in person with them are, obviously, the war in Iraq, our justice systems, terrorism in general and how to approach it, and from today, gun control and laws.
Who would you invite? And what would you want to talk about?
i would invite you, just promise to bring your bike
My kinda party there!!!
and I love both vegemite and tofu!!
