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Do you think the level of political and social discourse in the US is appalling?

I am absolutely appalled, it seems that screaming insults at each other appears to be commonplace. The disgusting Maxine Waters outburst alluded to above for example, I would hope and expect that would not be the case here.

The root of the problem is the divisive evil of identity politics, this new tribalism has the potential to destroy civil society and the primacy of the sovereign individual.

I've decided to flick pass articles, news stories on tv, newspaper and social media platforms about US politic. I would rather watch spongebob.
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uncalled4 · 56-60, M
I agree. There is a meanness not limited to either side. Things get personal, things devolve into a "you're with or against us" thing and attacks begin. Oh, and the issues are still there, btw.
@uncalled4
I couldn't believe that Maxine Waters was inciting violence and hate mongering. Listening to her outburst made me gringe. Yikes 😬
@Random1Thoughts You have the transcript now---[b]where[/b] did she "incite violence" ?
Fernie · F
@Random1Thoughts She "incited" harassment! NOT VIOLENCE!You're just plain lying now or you really are a trump lover and heard what you wanted to hear in her speech...like all trumpsters do