30 Days to Be a Better MAGA Challenge
On January 8, 2026 By newsroom Topic: How To
30 Days to Be a Better MAGA
Yes, anyone better themselves - Strong views need stronger thinking.
| Day | Old Habit | Upgrade | Action Taken | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dismiss critics | Hear them out | Read opposing article | Context gained |
| 2 | Share headlines | Check sources | Opened original report | Avoided false claim |
| 3 | Assume bad faith | Assume disagreement | Asked clarifying question | Calmer exchange |
| 4 | Emotional replies | Pause first | Waited 10 minutes | Better tone |
| 5 | Identity defense | Policy focus | Argued policy only | Stronger case |
| 6 | One media source | Cross-check | Read opposing outlet | Broader view |
| 7 | Online arguments | Offline talk | Had real conversation | Less hostility |
| 8 | Mock opponents | Respect tone | Removed sarcasm | More engagement |
| 9 | Echo chamber | Curiosity | Followed dissenting voice | New insight |
| 10 | Assume corruption | Ask for evidence | Checked primary data | Clearer view |
| 11 | All-or-nothing | Nuance | Listed pros/cons | Balanced stance |
| 12 | Anger sharing | Fact sharing | Posted sourced claim | Credibility up |
| 13 | Defensive posture | Explain calmly | Clarified position | Less pushback |
| 14 | Dismiss experts | Question constructively | Read full study | Informed critique |
| 15 | Win arguments | Understand issues | Asked “why” | Better grasp |
| 16 | Us vs them | Shared values | Found common ground | Reduced tension |
| 17 | Meme reliance | Use data | Cited statistics | Stronger argument |
| 18 | Deflect criticism | Address directly | Point-by-point reply | More respect |
| 19 | Volume over clarity | Concise speech | Shortened response | Clear message |
| 20 | Outrage scrolling | Limit intake | Set news window | Lower stress |
| 21 | Label opponents | Describe positions | Used neutral terms | Dialogue opened |
| 22 | Certainty bias | Admit unknowns | Said “I’m not sure” | Trust gained |
| 23 | One-issue focus | Whole picture | Reviewed impacts | Better judgment |
| 24 | Defensive listening | Active listening | Summarized other view | Mutual respect |
| 25 | Online dominance | Offline action | Local civic work | Real impact |
| 26 | Tribal loyalty | Independent thinking | Questioned party line | Stronger conviction |
| 27 | Anger fuel | Principle-driven | Reframed motivation | Clear purpose |
| 28 | Reflex defense | Evaluate evidence | Reviewed counterclaims | Better stance |
| 29 | Talking past others | Seek understanding | Asked follow-up | Real exchange |
| 30 | Identity politics | Policy leadership | Led fact-based discussion | Respected advocate |
