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[–] 12 points 6 days ago* (2 children)

I understand why you'd think that way, but I don't think ignoring many human beings to just focus on the majority to secure votes would be ethical. Which your argument is basically arguing for them to do.

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  • [–] 5 points 6 days ago

    There's lots of minorities that they're "ignoring" right now.

    I always thought throwing away your chances of actually improving lives for the people somewhat to offer a few virtue signals to a handful of people was a highly privileged position to take. Some of us can't afford to wait.

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  • [–] 1 point 6 days ago* (last edited 6 days ago)

    I’m not advocating for ignoring anyone.
    I’m definitely not arguing for focusing on secure votes.

    In a representational democracy, elected officials should focus on the majority, while protecting everyone especially those who can’t protect themselves.

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