weyes Posted September 27 Report Share Posted September 27 listening to critics, pundits, and even newscasters is NOT a good way to learn about politics and definitely not a good way to learn about politicians. if one wants to learn about the positions of candidates for public office, there are two most accurate ways to get that information:1) from the candidates themselves. one should find out what the candidates say they believe in on issues that one considers most important and find out what their priorities are. the candidates' websites are good sources for this information, and debates can be helpful.2) check out their voting records. one should see what the candidates have supported and opposed in practice, as opposed to what they claim they have and will vote for and against. one should hold his/her elected officials accountable.watching the post-presidential debate coverage on cnn right now i'm finding that the "best political team on television" has a very different impression of the debate from mine. i'm glad that i saw the debate for myself and didn't take their word for "how it went" ."it's almost like we were watching two different debates," one of the reporters just said to another; that's how i feel.tune in tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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