Pondering safe navigation
In marine navigation, the term "middle ground" is defined as "a shoal in a fairway having a channel on either side."(1) The shoal area is distinctly marked on navigation charts, and labelled as "Middle Ground", an area to be avoided by those pursuing navigation safety.
It is humorous to hear the term "middle ground" used in political discussions, and to ponder what is being said by those who use the term in that manner. If the person only knew! Their metaphor for 'amicable compromise' is what keeps marine salvage companies in business...
Prudent mariners are constantly alert for ANY middle ground.
(1) The American Practical Navigator, Bowditch
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