10 Things You Should Read Before Arguing Online

Fuming over ignorant comments on the internet? Before you go telling "ObummerSux85"or "Kitty Purry69" the truth about life, you might want to double check some things yourself.

1. The Constitution

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We'd all like to think we know what the Constitution says, but we don't. Get yourself acquainted with this bad boy before posting your next reply. Extra kudos if you can get someone else in the comments section to actually read it.

2. A Chronological List of U.S. Presidents

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The profile image used for the Being Liberal Facebook page is not Theodore Roosevelt and don't talk about our founding fathers if you can't name more than two (hint: three of them were our first presidents).

3. The Bible

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The reality is that The Bible is a cryptic interpretation of moral authority from an era when killing a woman with stones was considered a public pastime. Still, if you're going to argue about it with someone who believes it is the word of God, you'd better have some serious knowledge to back it up. I'm not saying the argument will go anywhere, but at least you won't sound ignorant.

4. The Wikipedia Page For Outkast

relix.com / Via en.wikipedia.org

Before vomiting into the internet about why some rap group called Outkast is headlining Coachella, perhaps you should...oh I don't know...Google them? This 32 year old man shouldn't have to remind kids how to find out about bands.

5. The Facts About Marijuana

bubblews.com / Via drugpolicy.org

Most opinions about marijuana come from biased propaganda. I'd highly suggest you research it yourself. Then, when you come to the obvious conclusion that it's a ridiculous argument, you'll find yourself much less stressed in your favorite forum.

6. How Nature Works

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We seem to forget, what with all this technology, that there is a brutal, natural order of things going on outside our social media lives. That doesn't mean, however, that you get to be an insufferable troll in a comment thread. Life is hard, so maybe ease up on the whole "better than everyone" vibe you're projecting.

7. A Map of The World

Via mapsofworld.com

It doesn't help your argument when you think Africa is a country and are confused how Russia could of invaded Georgia when you live in that state. Do yourself a favor and take 10 minutes a day to learn where a new country is. Then pass this divine knowledge onto your article commenting brethren. They will be in awe of your geographic expertise.

8. History

Via history.com

I really shouldn't have to explain that stuff happened before WWII. Unfortunately, given short attention spans, we tend to forget this fact and base all of our daily opinions on human behavior of the last 70 years. Researching American history before WWII supplies a wealth of knowledge such as "When was One Nation Under God added to the pledge of allegiance?" and "What kinds of minorities have been persecuted in U.S. history?". You'll find that you might not hold as big of a stick in your commenting circle when you realize you didn't know Jazz was invented by black culture.

9. This Guy's View On Global Warming

Via theguardian.com

All that needs to be said: 'enjoy life while you can: in 20 years global warming will hit the fan'

10. The Arguing Comment You Just Wrote

Via blindfiveyearold.com

Wait...don't push send, reply or hit enter. Take a few minutes to really read through what you just wrote. I mean...is it even worth reading? Are you sure that's what you meant to say? I bet you didn't notice that typo you know everyone is going to nail you on. Just take a few minutes to really read it through. If you still like it after that, then by all means...send away.