Ok, it's one thing to have a different opinion than somebody else, but you're so blatantly rude and aggressive about it that it almost doesn't matter what you think, because you'll push people away. People are enraged because a kid was murdered, regardless of self defense. If it was self-defense, a police officer (at least I would hope) should have the tools to handle the issue, and not resort to murder. We'll respect your opinions when you respect ours. You're a high schooler. Act like it.
Oh Gavin, get off of your high horse. I don’t need your drama in my life, and I can guarantee that you didn’t say this to nick or Alyssa who also told her the same thing that I did. Take you’re immature views elsewhere. I’ve wasted too much time over being upset because you and your friends bully me, so I refuse to feel bad about giving my opinion.
ok ok ok, first of all, I am NOT bullying you. I cannot stress that enough and I’m sorry if you perceive this as bullying. I’m not calling you names, I’m not being rude, I’m trying desperately to get you to see that the way you argue with people is off-putting and kinda mean, that’s what it comes down to. Second of all, I have a much closer relationship with Nick and Alyssa, no matter their views, because I can trust them. I’ve been friends with Nick since sophomore year and regardless of his views on things I know I can rely on him. As for Alyssa, she’s in my section and she’s really genuinely kind, and when she argues a point she isn’t passive aggressive about it, she’s upfront and respectful. Finally, you shouldn’t feel bad about giving your opinion. I never said you should feel bad for your opinion. It’s the way you convey. Now, of course, you can’t shirk away and be quiet about your opinions, it’s good to take a stand and stick with your beliefs. When talking about a controversial topic, you need to remember that the people who disagree with your opinion are going to be staunchly opposed to yours and it helps to throw in some charisma or maybe some “southern hospitality” when you do argue a point. On that note, I strongly suggest taking AP Lang next year, it helped me with this and it’s a great AP class to take. Anyways, like I said earlier, have a nice Thanksgiving.
Let me point out that you've known me since 8th grade, longer than both of them. But it doesn't matter either way, you shouldn't go after me for having the same opinion as them when you don't say anything to them. And call it what you want but in my opinion sobbing weekly because either you or someone in your close friend circle are rude to me for no reason, set out to ruin things for my future in band, or accuse me of false rumors and call me a liar seems like bullying to me. You hide behind all this drama and pretend that "were cool" after arguments but I can see your true intentions. Okay you don't like me, so I don't see the point in pretending that you want to be friends or give me advice. You may be able to fool others, but not me. Seriously just leave me alone.
