Is Louder Always Better: Letter

I find it disturbing that ones political voice has and is being smothered by the "louder" voice. Yelling louder or hurling insults doesn't solidify ones stance. Telling residents and business owners that they shouldn't vote a certain way doesn't change a vote. Saying you can't say this or that, doesn't mean it isn't said. Even telling someone you can't wear a 'red' hat doesn't change anything whatsoever.

If you happen to be on the opposite side of their argument you're seen as uneducated, stupid, hateful, and even uncaring. It appears that many people in this town think that NOT allowing someone's opinion to be aired or displayed, makes that opinion disappear. Let me assure you, it does not. It only forces that opinion to a dark corner in the background, some thinking it suppressed. But it isn't suppressed and this type of suppression only breeds resentment. You know what this type of resentment gets? This gets you outcomes like 'Brexit' and President Trump.

ALL of us in Melrose will play a part in the override outcome, win or lose. But remember, by not truthfully and honestly engaging in the debate, you will inevitably loose the debate.