I've now spent over 20 years in the USA, a land of immense opportunity, diversity, and resilience. Throughout these years, I've witnessed many changes, seen the nation face numerous challenges, and celebrated countless triumphs. Yet, I have never perceived our nation as divided as it seems today. The division is palpable. There are primarily two dominant parties, and it feels like a tug-of-war where 50% of the populace is constantly pointing fingers at the other half, blaming them for every societal hiccup or issue. The justice system, a cornerstone of any democratic society, appears to be weaponized for political gains, eroding its foundational integrity. Institutions, which are meant to be the bedrock of our society, seem to be losing respect and trust among the citizens. But as despairing as this may sound, I remain hopeful. I ponder: how can we rise above this vitriol and animosity? How can we put an end to the name-calling, the baseless allegations, and the unbridled hatred that's become so commonplace? One solution I propose is diversifying our political landscape. We are a nation of over 330 million people, and our perspectives, ideologies, and solutions cannot be neatly packaged into two categories. Perhaps it's time we break free from this binary political dichotomy. More than two parties could pave the way for nuanced debates, better representation, and collaborative solutions. I dream of a U.S. where every voice is genuinely heard and where democracy doesn't just mean casting a vote, but engaging in constructive dialogues, building bridges, and cherishing our shared humanity. Let's commit to respecting one another, listening even when we disagree, and cherishing the democratic values that have long been the cornerstone of this great nation.
This all begins with listening to ourselves. Until we listen to ourselves, listening to others is not possible. 🌸✨🙏
Victor Bergonzoli, great observations and I’m doubtful our founding fathers had this in mind, they would be disappointed in us. However, as far as previous times of division in the US, check out 1968, that was quite a shitty year that reflected just as much divisiveness as today.
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1yVery well said Victor. In the UK there is no proportional representation which ultimately cements political power in the hands of the 2 main political parties - it's a 'first past the post' electoral system. Like the US many view the system as broken but like you I have hope that democracy can thrive once again.