re: If you’re trying to “convert” a leftist

The modern leftist is quick to make excuses for laziness, jealousy, and whataboutisms.

Anyone of that mindset is going to deflect truth, because it reveals the flaws in their reasoning.

The best you can do is protect the truth by not allowing them to command the language. This is the ultimate weapon/tactic of the left. To twist the meaning of words to suit their needs. There is only one truth. Do not let them claim, "their truths."