Well, we're not going to find much common ground in discussing politics, Jim. That's pretty clear. I would add that we wouldn't agree on any of the issues around which the Culture War revolve, either, but then that would be kind of redundant, as politics is--unfortunately--mostly about culture war issues.
I think the Right and the Left are too focused on transgenderism. After all, only 1% of Americans consider themselves transgender.
And speaking of the 1%, I think income inequality is a more salient issue in America these days. I'm not suggesting overthrowing capitalism, but I would like to see this addressed. This is not an abstract issue to me. There are millions of people in this country who can't afford childcare...and the people who work in the childcare industry are among those inconvenienced/suffering.
Those of us who think this situation is unfair are met by conservatives with the classic rejoinder: "Life isn't fair."
Well, OK, but I believe that it is worthwhile to pursue creating a world that is a little less unfair than the one we have so far settled for.
Global warming. A problem. But not for you, it looks like.
Other global issues? Not a high priority for Americans, when it comes to presidential elections anyway.
I would still like to know something about this giant cult you claim that this country (or perhaps Western society in general?) has become: Who is running the cult? Not the single charismatic leader who usually runs cults. (Or in the case of Rawat, a non-charismatic leader.)
