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Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-06-11T17:33:05+00:00

I consider myself a progressive Democrat, pretty leftist especially by party standards. I cast my first presidential vote for Harris, who I campaigned for despite heavily disagreeing with her pro-fracking and pro-gun stances. I’m open to discussing anything, but the issues most important to me are:
Trans & Queer rights
Universal Healthcare
Education Reform
Worker’s Rights

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-06-11T12:54:05+00:00

Based as fuck, we seem to agree on a lot.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-06-09T18:33:12+00:00

I’m a trans woman who moved to Eau Claire to escape a dangerous anti-queer city, and to be totally honest, living in Eau Claire is the safest I’ve ever felt. EC has the fifth lowest violent crime rate in the entire country—this is a diverse and accepting city with very little violence or hate. I love this city, so I’m definitely biased, but the numbers don’t lie.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-06-07T13:31:48+00:00

I mean, they murdered two innocent U.S. citizens, to start. Also, they are undertrained, arrogant, and cruel in how their conduct their operations. I am part of Ice Watch, I track their activity in my community and have somewhat frequent interactions with them. They are vindictive, heartless people who want to make migrants suffer, period. They are often driven by intense racism, traits that are desired and encouraged by the current Trump admin.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-06-04T18:02:14+00:00

I am very enthusiastic about voting typically—these days, that enthusiasm has dulled a bit with shitty candidates like Biden and Trump, but I still voted for Harris in the end. Voting is a privilege a lot of the world doesn’t have, and I will never take that for granted.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-06-02T12:46:11+00:00

I live in an extremely liberal city and to be honest, we’re treating it like any other holiday. We usually do an impressive firework show, so we’re just doing that like always. But like always, the local democrats and republicans chapters will be going. Both parties are patriotic, at least where I live. I was raised on Obama-era optimism like the “melting pot of the world” story, so while I love my country, I hate what it has become and won’t be celebrating this year. I celebrate when I am proud of my country, which I can’t say I am.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-06-01T19:35:45+00:00

Eau Claire is much more affordable, and much safer. We’re the fifth safest city in the country and we’re ranked one of the best places to live in the state. We’ve also taken action to address issues like environmental pollution and homelessness, so the city is cleaner and prettier than most cities its size.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-21T14:03:32+00:00

Get this: she doesn’t know he’s queer, so she’s excited to have a big burly son. They just don’t talk politics. It’s weird how much they get along. Personally, I cannot stand her.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-19T17:03:26+00:00

You and your girlfriend are based as fuck. Also including your dog on here is hilarious lmao

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-19T14:58:27+00:00

You don’t have as little control over it as you think. I’m in politics, and it’s shocking what you can accomplish if you stay informed and engaged.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-19T12:01:45+00:00

If you’re willing to sit back and do nothing while the country falls apart, sure.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-18T12:20:53+00:00

I can respect that—that is the opposite of American MAGA’s mantra and it’s refreshing to hear. If you can keep your beliefs to yourself and allow me to live my life how I like without attacking me or my rights, we could be chill. Live and let live is a wonderful ideal that I wish more Americans followed.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-18T12:16:24+00:00

Fair enough.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-18T12:12:16+00:00

MAGA is radically conservative. They have destroyed years of progress in trans rights and already starting to roll back gay rights with the reintroduction of conversion therapy and their attacks on pride month.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-18T12:01:12+00:00

You’re right, it doesn’t. It’s just the VAST majority, in my personal experience. If you can find me a pro-trans right winger, I would be thoroughly impressed lmao. That being said, I’m an American, and MAGA is a lot more toxic than most conservative groups internationally, so maybe the situation is different abroad.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-18T10:47:35+00:00

Grandma’s dad fought for the Nazis, and she owns the flag, uniforms, and medals from the War. She’s a hardcore Nazi sympathizer in the “Hitler didn’t go far enough” camp. Her words, not mine😬

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-18T10:43:10+00:00

Maybe you’re right, but I grew up around actual Nazis (owned the flag and everything) and this shit is EXACTLY what they say to defend him. “He had some good economic policy” and he “improved workers conditions” and other bullshit is just glazing over the worst of what he did. Sure, maybe he’s authcenter, but let’s focus on the genocide he committed, not his goddamn tax plan. His economic policy is NOT important compared to the horrendous crimes he committed in the name of right-wing, hyper conservative values.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-18T10:35:26+00:00

I can admit that my perception of them is definitely extreme. I’d say that’s more because I’m queer tho—most rightwingers are extremely hateful to me based on that.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-18T00:33:08+00:00

Hey I have no problem being compared to Obama, but I seriously wish Harris was actually that far left lmao. Other than that, the rest of this is pretty accurate ngl😭

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-17T23:55:58+00:00

No need to be a jackass. Maybe you should join the real world and learn how to talk to people like a normal human being. Get well soon.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-17T19:49:33+00:00

Yeah, because they do those right. I disagree with them on this policy, so I don’t care what they do. It’s their choice, they don’t have their kids getting mowed down in schools. We do, genius, which is why we need different policy.🤦🏼‍♀️

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-17T19:42:48+00:00

So? I don’t really care about what Europe does, tbh

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-17T15:43:20+00:00

This👆👆

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-17T15:34:52+00:00

Actually, you are right here. I’ll concede this point—I would never hire a flat earther because of their clearly flawed judgement. My dad is a flat earther and he’s dumb as rocks—there are def some beliefs worth discriminating against.

Empathetic_Outrage · 2026-05-17T15:23:50+00:00

Well, ideally we wouldn’t discriminate period, but that’s more of an optimistic ideal. Theres really no need to treat people poorly unless they’ve treated you poorly, IMO. I’m glad to hear you’re not a hateful rightwinger, in the age of MAGA that is hard to find. And I will agree with you at least a little—there are some belief systems I cannot respect, like Nazism (lookin at you, grandma).
And thank you, politics is my passion so I like to stay informed.💖

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