I often have the impression there are many on here that will argue with others based solely on differing political views

Yes, even when you plainly cite reputable sources to back up a fact, they'll still repeat their invalidated argument.

Of course by that point you are doing so not to argue any more with them. It's to inform other readers of the facts in question.

Political views often reflect very closely a person's values. Especially in today's political climate. That is what you run into, and that is why people are typically going to argue with you.

Perhaps, but not all of us. I get along quite well with several people whom I disagree with politically. That's because we are able to set politics aside and see each other as more than our political views.

I'm not sure there is much left that isn't political nowadays.