False dichotomies and specious arguments

False dichotomy: Pick Obama or McCain. You always have the choice of picking a third party, writing in another name, or not voting for the office.

Specious argument: There’s no difference between the Democrats and the Republicans. There are very real differences and consequences, and they should inform your decision.

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Posted on November 3rd, 2008

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  • Adarsh Carter says:

    Yeah, and of the two "primary" choices–which,​ save for symbolism, are the only two practical choices–rememb​er that it's not like they're both just as qualified and reasonable minds could disagree. That's a load of crap. They may both run around speaking as though they plan to exceed the executive powers, but one of them is far more qualified and the only choice a non-selfish, reasonable mind would pick (and he's not the senile one). I don't love the two-party system and, frankly, both parties are conservative as anything, but this time there's a very clear choice.

  • Yeah, and of the two "primary" choices–which, save for symbolism, are the only two practical choices–remember that it's not like they're both just as qualified and reasonable minds could disagree. That's a load of crap. They may both run around speaking as though they plan to exceed the executive powers, but one of them is far more qualified and the only choice a non-selfish, reasonable mind would pick (and he's not the senile one). I don't love the two-party system and, frankly, both parties are conservative as anything, but this time there's a very clear choice.

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