Example one is dogma. It sets one truth. It causes a knee-jerk reaction, perhaps even in people who somewhat agree. Example two is a motivated personal opinion

Example one is dogma. It sets one truth. It causes a knee-jerk reaction, perhaps even in people who somewhat agree. Example two is a motivated personal opinion. Most people not completely void of rationality can see that others might have different opinions and tastes. Most will still argue, but hopefully without knee-jerk drama. As someone who considers themselves a-political, I tend to be more adverse to knee-jerk statements than actual honest opinions anywhere on the spectrum, so I fully agree with openness and embracing, "all-inclusive" communication if you'd hope to get anywhere. Sadly enough dumb emotion and drama seem to beat rationality most of the time these days.