Reply #34: Thank You For Your Perspective

[KharmaTrain]

I enjoy discussing these topics with friends from different countries, political systems and cultures since they just can't understand how this country is so screwed up...or that there are some of us with a bit of sanity inside this madhouse.

Unlike a Parlimentary system...which I assume Belgium has...which can call for no-contest votes and oust a leader who is inept, the American system allows for either years of greatness or ineptness that can't be questioned. It creates a "winner take all" mentality that the Repugnicans have taken to new heights. This isn't about democracy or rights or peace and prosperity...it's about winning at all costs and never giving ground.

There's a myopic view of the world in this country that has been built up by our popular culture, nurtured by corporate media and exploited by politicians that defy explaning to a foreign national. In it's best forms it champions self determination and civil rights...at its worst it becomes xenophobic and confrontational. Right now you're seeing it at its worst.

Welcome to DU and thanks for your valuable insight and comments.

Cheers...