The United States of America certainly does not have a worse political and / or electoral / voting system than most other nations, all over the world, unfortunately, it remains too partisan, and this refusal to seek a meeting of minds , for the common good, he often hurts this country! Many Americans seem to be proud of our heritage, in terms of the visions and supposed intentions of our Founding Fathers. It is those constitutional guarantees, of rights and freedoms, that have the potential to make a significant difference, for the good of the nation and of our citizens! This seems to have worsened, in recent times, with the level of polarization, hate crimes and attempts to divide us and deprive many of their equal rights and justice! With that in mind, this article will briefly attempt to consider, examine, review, and discuss 5 Specific Ways Excessive Partisan Politics Hurts This Nation!
1. There is no meeting of minds, for the greater good: Not only is there no meeting of minds for the greater good, but there seems little attempt to achieve this goal. When so many seem driven by their personal / political agenda, and / or what they perceive as their own interest, and equate the opinions they like with the facts, it has the potential to harm us, in a relevant and sustainable way. ! Apparently, these leaders, certain politicians, to articulate a message, that it pits one American against another and results in little real benefits / actions / beneficial plans being achieved.
2. Driven by personal / political agenda and self-interest, not the common good: Unless / until voters demand better and more of their elected officials, pay greater attention and demand viable solutions and strategic actions, politicians will continue to articulate a message that they believe is populist and continue to understand them, re-elected! We must do better, as voters!
3. Very little (of – consequence), achieved: Why do we accept a continuation of the same behaviors as always, always, when we need it much better? Issues that need to be prioritized and considered in a timely manner appear to be avoided and / or ignored, and very little progress appears to be made on pressing obstacles, including climate change. , environmental issues and reducing the division between our citizens.
Four. Constant, we, in front of them, instead of strategic planning: The level of polarization today appears to be the worst in recent memory! Too many seem to care only about themselves and their perceived interests, rather than the common good, especially in a realistic, relevant, sustainable and empathetic way. We need well-considered strategic planning that proactively gives us the best way forward.
5. Populist rhetoric / promises, rather than real solutions, etc. Only when voters decide to take personal responsibility and consider the bigger picture and demand, real solutions and ways forward, rather than just populist rhetoric and empty promises, will our nation proceed more wisely. , etc!
Wake up America and pay more attention to those running for elected office! It is up to each of us to assume greater personal responsibility in this regard!