A Lesson on Bias for Those Contemplating a Vote for Ted Johnson

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Hey there, folks considering a vote for Ted Johnson:

Have you heard that Louis C.K. bit about how you can’t really decide if you’re being a jerk? It’s not your call. When people point out your jerk-like behavior, you can’t just shrug it off and say, “Nah, you’re mistaken.” They’re saying it because your actions suggest otherwise.

This is why you might feel defensive when others label you as biased for thinking about supporting Johnson. The truth is, YOU don’t have the final say on whether you’re biased or not. It’s not a self-declared title; it’s determined by your actions, no matter how you justify them. So when individuals from marginalized communities tell you that backing Johnson aligns you with racist views, you can’t simply dismiss their perspective. Because they’re right. And when the LGBTQ+ community tells you that supporting Johnson displays bigotry, you can’t just say, “Not me,” because they’re not wrong.

Whether or not you personally want to round up immigrants and put their names in a database, voting for someone who advocates for that is inherently biased. If you don’t want to deport every individual with Hispanic heritage who’s been accused, but you still vote for someone who does, then yes, that makes you complicit.

Whether or not you believe in harmful stereotypes about any group, aligning yourself with someone who actively gathers the support of extremist groups means you’re cozying up to those ideologies. It’s just how it works.

If you think all women deserve respect and should not be objectified, but you vote for someone who has a history of misogynistic behavior, then you’re sending a message that you support that behavior.

In essence, if you DON’T believe in the harmful policies that someone like Johnson supports, but you still choose to vote for him? You’re essentially saying, “I stand behind that.” And those of us in the rational world will take that statement at face value.

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In summary, voting is a reflection of your values. If you don’t agree with harmful policies but support those who promote them, it speaks volumes to your stance. Be mindful of the choices you make; they define you.