Quote:I agree with your whole post. Regarding the part in bold, I don't think that it's the topics that divide our country, it's the failure to address and discuss said topics in an honest and meaningful way. It's hard to come out and say some things because sometimes it needs to be said, but can be considered "rude" or "non-PC". When people don't agree one of the first defenses is to label the person speaking as "racist" or a "bigot" or a "homophobe", etc.


As far as the so-called "divide" on the MB I can only speak for myself. I personally have pretty thick skin and have been called much worse by much lesser people than what some on this board have thrown my way. Even though I disagree with several of the posters that regularly participate on this forum, I still respect them and their points-of-view. I would gladly tailgate or share a meal with any of them in person (even RJ, TJ or TAM) :thumbsup: .


Politics can be a tough issue to discuss whether it's related to law enforcement, racial issues, social issues, etc. People (myself included) sometimes get too emotionally involved. At the end of the day we are all in this together. What our country is really lacking right now is strong, tough leadership.