“Talking Points” are often seen as a strategic informational attack on a target topic, typically to propagandize, specifically using the technique of argumentum ad nauseam, i.e. continuous repetition within media outlets until accepted as fact. They may not necessarily be factual in any way, shape, or form, because they are tools used in information warfare.
The Republican Party (GOP) has been extremely good at this over the last 15-20 years. We have moved into the sound bite era, and they are winning the battle. Mostly because they are well-organized (in this regard), and because the conservative mindset is to look for a father figure, and follow the leader.
That is NOT what we are looking to do.
StrongDems.com will be a Blog/Twitter/Buzz delivery system for our thoughts on topics that come up daily. These talking points will be factual, not simply to score points. Our hope is that we can give you the tools, in short form, to combat the misinformation war that is being fought from one side.
When it comes down to the 15 second sound bite, you need to counter-punch without a long-winded explanation. If you are explaining your position, you’ve already lost. We Democrats have lost this ability over the years, and being tough is no longer an option. If you are not angry about what is going on in Washington, you haven’t been paying attention. Fighting Dems need to stand up for our core principals, explain them clearly, and show that we are the Party of the Middle-Class.
The Democratic Party has a rich heritage, a distinct set of core values, and a commitment to community. Together we can make this site a success. We’ll be expanding it very soon, so bear with us while we get the site up and running.
