Question of The Day- Taboo Topics
By DB
@dgobucks226 (37621)
October 13, 2017 10:58am CST
What are things we cannot discuss in Public anymore? Social issues which lead to divisiveness and strong argument.
I have a couple of off limits topics to start the discussion. In my state of New Jersey (U.S), there is strong opinion against public pensions and benefits for teachers, police, and other state workers.
Another issue which causes strong disagreement is expressing your opinion about radical islamic terrorism.
What can you think of to add to this list?
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11 responses
@LadyDuck (502204)
• Italy
14 Oct 17
@dgobucks226 I have seen women doing this in the United States, it's not something I had ever seen in Europe.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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14 Oct 17
@LadyDuck Yes, I remember when I first saw someone doing that. I guess it could be frowned upon in public.
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@JohnRoberts (109841)
• Los Angeles, California
13 Oct 17
Just about anything liberal vs conservative ideologies are now leading to violence.
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@Daljinder (23193)
• Bangalore, India
13 Oct 17
@JohnRoberts I agree! It's the same in my country. 
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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14 Oct 17
Throughout history there have always been divergent opinions on issues. As we know, this leads to groups being formed whether political parties, hate groups or citizens coming together to protest something they feel is unjust.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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14 Oct 17
The President and all politicians period! And social media and fake news is also a hot topic.
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@bluesa (15022)
• Johannesburg, South Africa
14 Oct 17
@dgobucks226 , yes, many countries have a history that is tough, especially with race relations and in my country that is a very very dangerous topic.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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14 Oct 17
Sports arguments here from my experience are heated, but never to the point of nastiness like other topics. Disagreements are very common in sports and most topics can be discussed in a reasonable manner. One exception is the athletes kneeling during the National Anthem. You are right about religion and politics "C", and of course your history. But I image past history of many countries can be a taboo topic. Definitely in the U.S. with race relations.
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@Marilynda1225 (91026)
• United States
13 Oct 17
Gee pretty much anything seems taboo these days.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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14 Oct 17
Doesn't it seem that way Marilyn? How has your weather been? Oops, not a taboo topic for you is it?
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@Daljinder (23193)
• Bangalore, India
14 Oct 17
@dgobucks226 True! Ooooh abortion is another hot topic.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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14 Oct 17
Here are a few other hot topics to consider: Gay marriage, transgender issues, global warming and police violence.
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@JESSY3236 (22224)
• United States
13 Oct 17
Christmas.Nowadays you can't say Merry Christmas anymore to anyone.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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14 Oct 17
When I hear of people destroying the Manger scenes displayed at Churches it is scary to say Merry Christmas. I am wondering why this happened and what happened to tolerance? We had the Baby Jesus stolen from our Church's display. Terrible! 
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@teamfreak16 (43571)
• Denver, Colorado
14 Oct 17
Race and politics might not be taboo, but maybe they should be. So much out and out hatred.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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14 Oct 17
I think race and politics are just volatile topics. But I also believe in one's right to express their thoughts on this site. Topics should not be eliminated. I guess a little bit of discretion to foster discussion and not argument when posting these topics would be a better way to do it.
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
13 Oct 17
Everything creates a level of disagreement, in some individuals. They are always looking for something to be negative about!
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
14 Oct 17
@dgobucks226 Yes, I have witnessed that negative behavior, different times. It's OK to have a different opinion, but to verbally attack another member or to be cruel and mean, is always wrong!
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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15 Oct 17
@kobesbuddy Agreed Kharla! Appreciate the feedback
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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14 Oct 17
There are people on this site that bash others opinions sometimes in a very mean and negative way. Disagree yes, but be civil about it.
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
13 Oct 17
Political issues send this entire site, into a confrontational, whirl wind:( The president? How he handles matter? Please, don't bring it up! Who stands in line, for the next Presidential election?Please, don't mention this, ever!
Please, don't mention this, ever!1 person likes this
@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
14 Oct 17
@LisaSteinmetz These are subjects that really shouldn't be discussed!
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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14 Oct 17
I avoid any political posts now! With this political climate, discussion posts about what is right or wrong politically will solve nothing. It just fosters angry comments not useful opinions. Although the post might circulate a lot of responses, the negativity it creates on the site is not worth the income one might earn. I wish their were no political posts on here, but like TV you can always change the channel to a different post
It just fosters angry comments not useful opinions. Although the post might circulate a lot of responses, the negativity it creates on the site is not worth the income one might earn. I wish their were no political posts on here, but like TV you can always change the channel to a different post1 person likes this
