It seems WAY worse online, too, where people can somewhat hide behind their keyboards. I’ve stopped following people on Twitter (from both sides) if ALL they have to say is just nasty, unsubstantiated comments about the other side – even if they were not directed at me.

Now, I’m not hopeful that there will be some reconciliation between sides, and probably shouldn’t be! However, can’t the opposing views at least just be a bit nicer? In my opinion, both liberals and conservatives want the same ultimate thing for people – the chance to be successful and have a good life. They do have VERY different ways they think this should be approached, though, and the role of the government in these pursuits.