Where Do I Stand Politically?
For one to say they do not have a say in politics, is a political statement in itself...
Growing up with my father, that listened to talk radio on a regular basis, watched news and debates, and having strong political views, I wanted to be just like him and agree with everything he said. Of course that's the typical pattern children follow. But as the years went by and I started to grow up, I am becoming my own adult and personality. Now when I hear talk radio, watch debates, and listen to the news, I have taught myself to listen and learn with a complete open mind. I have taught myself to not be completely biased to my father's views, and by doing this I feel like I benefit myself in many ways.
It all started when we would be driving in the car and my dad would go on and on (literally) about everything that was happening in the country and world. As he told me stories--from his point of view--I realized that I didn't always agree with how he was stating the "facts". Gradually, I would tell him that I did not agree and why, and from there we would have our miniature debates. I am eternally grateful for this experience in the years of my adolescence.. It pushed me to start forming who I want to be. I have realized how important politics really are and how they are so important to our country. One reason our country is great is because there is people out there that say they have no political views, people who's jobs are dependant upon politics, and all types in between. The fact that our country is diverse and widely ranged in politics is a great experience to live in. The fact that my dad is far right-sided republican is compelling because it opened my eyes to the whole world of politics. I am not saying I am completely opposite from my dad's views because most of the time I tend to agree with what he is saying. But now that I am older, I see that his views are not the only views to live by. I take advantage of our freedom in this country and I will also take advantage of forming my own political views.
This being said, I don't exactly know where I stand politically but I am always open to learning and I am truly enjoying every moment of it.
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