Liberals ONLY.?

Question

"A liberal is a man too broadminded to take his own side in a quarrel." -Robert Frost. What is your opinion on this?

Answer 1

My opinion, not to dis Mr. Frost, is that a truly broadminded person would actually be a moderate.  

If you can look at and judge a debate fairly and without prejudice from across the entire spectrum of arguable points, you'll more likely be able to debate the pro and con sides of the issue.

Good moderator for debates.

Answer 2

This quote is a creative way of thinking but I don't like it. I consider myself a Demarcate but not really a liberal. Is that possable? LOL

Answer 3

I admire the clever phrasing; not surprising coming from Mr. Frost. The idea is that the liberal point of view is so inclusive and tolerant that one's own views and expectations can become diluted and ineffective as one considers too many other perspectives. It is certainly something to keep in mind as one evolves a sociopolitical stance..."If you don't stand for something, you'll go for anything!"

An excellent point to ponder!

Answer 4

self explanatory