Lengthy Threads -- Oh the horror!

[phrontist]

Originally Posted by nehalita

I understand that is an opinion but it is a very strong one. Can passion be explained in a table? Is it even logical to "summarize" how a person feels about a topic?

Now that is stepping on the line. Unproductive? Politics is very important to our country whether I, you, or anyone else likes it. It affects how we live and function. Just because it isn't your forte, doesn't mean it's not important or unproductive.

Sorry, that might not have come out too clearly, my tounge was firmly lodged in my cheek. But I'm in a funny mood tonight, I figure I'll argue with you anyway. I see greater inherent value in pursuits that are not defined in terms of the petty actions of other people (politics, journalism, etc.). I believe the $10 dollar word I'm looking for is anthropocentricity. Essentially, if you dedicate your life to an anthropocentric feild, you are limiting the scope of your understanding. Science and math transcend these trifling things like humanity and living things, and allow you to experience your wonderful, flash-in-the-pan life to it's fullest, and to realize it's total absurdity.