Also, I think legitimate political opinions, not just offensive social errors - given in the past are treated harshly - especially if they go against the current party line. A person should have to clarify their current position - the public needs to know -but people have a right to learn, and often change their minds with experience - but we also don't want to elect automatons who can't think for themselves and never risk speaking their minds.
If people are afraid to run for office because of something potentially stupid that could surface from 5 years ago from facebook - only the dullest, opinionless candidates need apply. And nobody in politics never said anything controversial. Look at Charlie Angus. He's a mouthpiece. Speaks his mind and is often uncooth. But that's him. He should be. I'm glad he takes a stand, even if he turns out to be wrong.
If people are afraid to run for office because of something potentially stupid that could surface from 5 years ago from facebook - only the dullest, opinionless candidates need apply. And nobody in politics never said anything controversial. Look at Charlie Angus. He's a mouthpiece. Speaks his mind and is often uncooth. But that's him. He should be. I'm glad he takes a stand, even if he turns out to be wrong.
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