I allowed the opponent to make the 1st move in the political game without a counter-offensive and in so doing lost a golden opportunity. The truth is when having a political discussion it is key to attack early with your strongest offensive moves this way your opponent will lose focus on the plans they had set for the game. Yet understanding the moves your opponent can make still allows you to set the trap for a win. Once the opponent throws over the board (anger or name calling) you can be declared the winner. For political discussions are not only about the facts but how the game is to be played.