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Originally Posted by KagatobLuvsAnimu
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Correct me if I'm wrong but is that article trying to say that not tolerating intolerance makes one a hypocrite?
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The problem is perspective. Tolerance and intolerance are entirely based on who is speaking at the time. Someone sharing their religion would be considered intolerance by some and attacking someone's religious beliefs would be considered intolerance by others. We don't really have any solid rulings as to what is intolerance and what isn't and even if we did, what room is there for new or unrepresented views to come into the picture? How does everyone get what they want?
They can't.
Real tolerance is understanding that you have to share a world with these people, regardless of whether you like them or not. You have to
tolerate them. The alternative is conflict; often large scale, bloody conflict.
Make lemonade, imo. It's healthier for everyone involved.