The oft times not so subtle exhortations by elected individuals, members of the media, and others from both sides of the major political, social, and cultural divides sow hatred. Vitriolic and emotional commentary perhaps intended for political purposes in an election season (when are we not in some form of election season?) is wholly inappropriate.
Sadly, tragically, the country is reaping that hatred sown by these exhortations. Violence, the threat of violence, and planning for violence is now commonplace.
Bomb makers. Assassins. Rioters. Mobs.
Sickening in any context in this wonderful nation.
And the sickening is magnified by attempts by the political cadre to employ tragedy and lawlessness for personal gain at the ballot box. Either by feeble attempts to enhance their own status or by repugnant attempts to place direct responsibility at the feet of political opponents.
Nauseous abuse of the loudspeakers provided by the media.
All factions, from both major parties share the real blame. They have led the country to this point in history.
Why is anyone surprised by the increasing reports of violence?
Each and every politician and member of the media who has slyly, directly, craftily, angrily, or otherwise called for or encouraged physical confrontation or violence should immediately be arrested. Inciting violence is a crime and should be addressed as such.
The election be damned. Your strife ridden pursuit of identity politics is ruining the country.
One approach?
Vote out every single incumbent. Start anew.
