Exactly. I used to attend a house of worship where we prided ourselves (what do they say about pride?) for being truly tolerant and open to what page each person was on. Then came 2003 and the Iraq War. Suddenly, things were slightly less tolerant. Then came Obama and the extreme focus on identity and the birth of "hate crimes" as me…
Exactly. I used to attend a house of worship where we prided ourselves (what do they say about pride?) for being truly tolerant and open to what page each person was on. Then came 2003 and the Iraq War. Suddenly, things were slightly less tolerant. Then came Obama and the extreme focus on identity and the birth of "hate crimes" as mentioned above. OK, I could roll with that somewhat, after all, I want to try to live the Golden Rule. But the fury and hate that seethed from the left after Trump won... it is rare indeed now for people to truly listen, accept and love one another - regardless of their politics. I do find that most Conservatives just want to live and let live, unlike the Progressives.
Excellent piece, Sasha! Enjoyed the recording as well.
Exactly. I used to attend a house of worship where we prided ourselves (what do they say about pride?) for being truly tolerant and open to what page each person was on. Then came 2003 and the Iraq War. Suddenly, things were slightly less tolerant. Then came Obama and the extreme focus on identity and the birth of "hate crimes" as mentioned above. OK, I could roll with that somewhat, after all, I want to try to live the Golden Rule. But the fury and hate that seethed from the left after Trump won... it is rare indeed now for people to truly listen, accept and love one another - regardless of their politics. I do find that most Conservatives just want to live and let live, unlike the Progressives.
Excellent piece, Sasha! Enjoyed the recording as well.