The wide divide is due to the media imho.. There is no story to tell when people get along and discuss the issues. The issues are way to complicated to describe in a news cast or paper article, and if the media tried, who would actually take the time to read it? The politicians need media exposure to gain the name and face recognition, that helps them to win elections..... Many of us learn about politics from the media.
It's a vicious cycle that leads to ignorance and bull headedness on the issues. We see things in only in black and white.
Sad.....
It's a fine day to be a democrat though!
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