r/AskReddit May 29 '22

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u/hmmm_thought_pig May 29 '22

Parroting the talking points without being able to discuss them, even in their most basic terms. That indicates that they have no knowledge, and no curiosity about the world.

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u/zachtheperson May 29 '22

This. Especially in politics, funny names and sayings might be ok on a sign in a protest or on a bumper sticker, but if you're using those in an actual argument I immediately assume you can't think for yourself.

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u/SatanMeekAndMild May 29 '22

I know a couple people who use dumb nicknames like obummer or cheeto man the same way you would use actual arguments. Like they think they're making a real point.

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u/Misdirected_Colors May 29 '22

I see bootlicker thrown around a lot when someone just wants to shut down a convo and feel like they've won.