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Re: Independent and Left-wing are not synonyms? They are in the U.S.

Okay, we'll leave it at that, although we are of course, assuming that the World Press Review is not leftist.

Every leftist politician and publication in this country, unless it actually sports a hammer and sickle, defines itself as "moderate," "middle-of-the-road," and "unbiased." If you listen to the media, or leftist politicians, there is no "left wing" only a "right wing." Think of the number of times Jesse Helms is referred to as a "right wing" politician. Now think of the number of times Ted Kennedy is referred to as a "left wing" politician.

"But," you say, "Kennedy is a moderate!"

See?

This amazing dimensional Mobius trick of creating a political scale that has only one end is one of the best tricks the left has accomplished in this country.

Have a look at this.

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