So the issue I have is that they hate me. Just for being me.

This is not a two way street. It’s not a “both sides” issue. One side is the origin of the hatred.

All things are not equal. There is no unity with bigots and those that exploit other for their own gain.

There never will be. Ever.

its easier to say that when your friends arent voting away your right to marry and access to life saving healthcare

This is the best, most honest., realistic posting I have read her in days. We are all adults. We are each individuals. We have the right to our own brliefs. It is we who cannot tolerate each other. We have choices. This is why yhe ststes is so divided. Intolerance. Disrespect. Inhunanity. Choices. It comes down to choices. Choose wisely. Thsnk you, Cole, for your calm and good words in the current storm. Perhaps some will truly hear. It is not the end of the world. It only seems like it is. One does not have to give him that power.

This is an honest and awesome post man.

Unfortunately, ... it takes TWO.

I am in a similar situation with my sister and her family. The toxicity of our politics has spread to our family. Truly sad and a thing to be overcome.

Be adults.... agree to disagree.... in the scope of life, whats important? Youre breathing, walking, talking, eating.... loving... keep moving forward...

My issue is that I still have a fan club heaping hate on me to new members - despite the fact that neither them or the new members even know me yet...

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