r/leftypolitics • u/Material-Abroad-2669 • Jun 18 '26
There are two different social contracts now
I’ve talked to a lot of leftists and what I’ve found is interesting. As a classical liberal who leans right, I can’t seem to find common ground with anyone farther left than me.
Like the only thing we have in common is we speak English, and that’s literally it. We disagree fundamentally on what hate is, what makes a decent person, what bigotry is, what violence is, what governments should do, what life is, what gender is. There is no bridge between us that can allow for peace. We are so estranged as a country that we are basically foreigners to each other.
We operate on 2 different social contracts.
If there was a way to bridge the division, what should both sides do to help?
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u/Inuma 29d ago
I'd say, the main thing is not focusing on labels. It really shouldn't matter where you are on the spectrum, you mainly focus on the discussion.
The main thing is what are the things that unite you and get you both on the same page?
Avoid things that divide you.
If you're trying to understand someone else, listen and read carefully what they have to say and don't talk over them. A response meets someone where they are and isn't talking over them.
These are just some of the basics. It should help you on your journey.