A 23-year-old Blackpool man, Lucas, was recently brought together with a 69-year-old woman, Rose-Marie, for dinner at Michael Wan's Mandarin in Blackpool. The pair were complete opposites when it came to their views on immigration, and the conversation became heated as they discussed their differing opinions.
For Lucas, who considers himself a European, multiculturalist and pro-immigration, the issue of immigration was a point of contention with Rose-Marie, who was staunchly anti-immigration. "She was very conspiratorial about it," Lucas said. In contrast, Rose-Marie believed that the current system is out of control and that people are paying higher taxes to support immigrants who don't intend to work.
Their differing views on immigration led to further disagreements over issues such as climate change and capitalism. Rose-Marie argued that without capitalism, society would not function, while Lucas expressed his socialist leanings, citing the importance of windmills and renewable energy in solving the country's energy problems.
Despite their differences, both individuals reported feeling at ease with each other during dinner, enjoying each other's company and avoiding heated arguments. Their meeting was a valuable reminder that even those from different backgrounds can find common ground and engage in respectful dialogue.
For Lucas, who considers himself a European, multiculturalist and pro-immigration, the issue of immigration was a point of contention with Rose-Marie, who was staunchly anti-immigration. "She was very conspiratorial about it," Lucas said. In contrast, Rose-Marie believed that the current system is out of control and that people are paying higher taxes to support immigrants who don't intend to work.
Their differing views on immigration led to further disagreements over issues such as climate change and capitalism. Rose-Marie argued that without capitalism, society would not function, while Lucas expressed his socialist leanings, citing the importance of windmills and renewable energy in solving the country's energy problems.
Despite their differences, both individuals reported feeling at ease with each other during dinner, enjoying each other's company and avoiding heated arguments. Their meeting was a valuable reminder that even those from different backgrounds can find common ground and engage in respectful dialogue.
I gotta say, this dinner date between Lucas and Rose-Marie is super refreshing! 
They're from totally different worlds, but they managed to keep the conversation civil despite their differing opinions. I mean, it's easy to get caught up in our own bubbles on social media, but face-to-face interactions like this one show us that we can actually listen to each other and learn from our differences. 
It's all about finding common ground, right? 
I feel like we're getting to the point where people are more open to listening to each other's views, even if they don't agree 
but at the same time I'm also thinking about how hard it must be for someone who really strongly believes in something and has to hear the opposite view from someone else. I mean, I get frustrated when I see people just getting mad at each other online 
it's like, can't we just have a calm conversation? 
! it's like they were meant to have this convo... I mean, Lucas seems pretty open-minded and willing to listen, which is awesome. Rose-Marie might be a bit of a contrarian, but hey, that's what makes life interesting, right? 
I'm not sure I agree with her views on immigration (I think it's so important for diversity), but at least she's passionate about it.
Instead of tearing each other down, let's try to lift each other up! 
. It's like we need to find that middle ground and have a real conversation about it instead of just shouting at each other online or in person 
. It's all about respect and listening to what the other person has to say. And honestly, I think Rose-Marie's views on immigration might be valid - we do have to consider the impact of our actions on others, you know? But at the same time, I can totally see why Lucas would disagree with her... it's all about finding that balance 
, meanwhile I'm over here thinking about how we need more ppl like Rose-Marie who actually care enough to have a real opinion 
...or maybe I'm just stuck in my own bubble and the world has changed without me 
, either way, it's kinda refreshing to see people from different sides of the aisle (no pun intended) being civil for once 
he's only 23 tho which i think is kinda cool, idk if ill ever be brave enough to have a convo like that with someone older, my mom is always trying to get me to talk to people from different backgrounds too 