Extremely Polite Politics

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Welcome to extremely polite politics! Where you can say what you want but just in extremely polite language to a ridiculous degree.

Rules: Polite Language Only: All posts and comments must be written in extremely polite, formal language, akin to 1800s etiquette.

No Modern Slang or Cuss Words: Any use of modern slang, cuss words, or informal language results in a warning or temporary ban.

Respectful Insults: You can insult or criticize, but it must be done in the most respectful and formal way possible.

Enforcement: A point system is used for rule violations, by accumulating a total of 3 infractions resulting in a temporary ban (e.g., three strikes and you're out for a week).

Examples:

Proper Critique: "My dear sir, it appears your argument lacks the necessary foundation in empirical evidence, and I must respectfully disagree with your conclusion."Polite Insult: "Madam, with all due respect, your assertion is as misguided as it is ill-informed."

Polite Insult: "Madam, with all due respect, your assertion is as misguided as it is ill-informed."

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Might I humbly inquire, esteemed interlocutors, as to the rationale behind the seeming incongruity wherein adherents of leftist persuasions, who profess ideals of universal love and acceptance, (hilariouschaos.com)

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demonstrate animosity towards those of conservative beliefs? Would this not be considered somewhat hypocritical?

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[–] [email protected] -1 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

I daresay, my dear fellow, that this notion of a tolerance paradox is nothing short of utter codswallop! If we permit the proliferation of intolerant ideologies, why, it's akin to inviting a den of thieves into our midst! They shall pilfer our very souls, and leave naught but ruin in their wake!

Fiddlesticks to understanding their perspective, I say! When scoundrels peddle hatred and bigotry, one mustn't bother with such frivolities. 'Tis akin to attempting to reason with a blithering idiot! One might as well converse with a mule about the finer points of etiquette!

Now, pray tell, dear chap, what manner of foolhardiness is this, tolerating such rot? Bah! We shall end up with a society as putrid as last week's fish market! Mark my words, young whippersnapper!

And another thing, what's all this folderol about perspectives and understanding? Horsefeathers! When confronted with bilge water, one doesn't waste time sipping tea and making small talk. One calls it out for the fetid rubbish it is!