“If someone is able to show me that what I think or do is not right, I will happily change, for I seek the truth, by which no one ever was truly harmed. Harmed is the person who continues in his self-deception and ignorance.”
Marcus Aurelius
Here is where we find ourselves, poised on the precipice of change.
There are many Americans who sincerely believe Mr. Trump is the answer.
There are many Americans who see him as the worst possible scenario.
No matter which side of the discussion they fall on, most do not hate America, seek a theocracy, or want to fundamentally alter our form of government. Being too conservative or too liberal is equally dangerous.
Unless we are willing to sacrifice the country to make a point, we all must commit to accepting the result of the upcoming election.
Never give up your principles, never give up your integrity, never give up your most fervent beliefs in securing justice. But always keep in mind that no one approach has all the solutions, nor all the potential for failure.
Joe Broadmeadow
That does not mean abandoning your principles or philosophy. It does not mean surrendering your right to disagree. It does mean accepting our Democracy for what it is, a messy, imperfect, sometimes failing, sometimes excelling form of government.
If we can do that, no matter the differences in our approach to our problems, we will survive. To think that the success of those we disagree with is tantamount to disaster is to misunderstand elective government.
Never give up your principles, never give up your integrity, never give up your most fervent beliefs in securing justice. But always keep in mind that no one approach has all the solutions, nor all the potential for failure.
Zero sum politics is antithetical to democracy. Remember that, and no matter the results of the election, the country will endure.
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The Writing of Joe Broadmeadow 
Joe, you affirm that which with the exception of the Civil War and the January 6th Insurrection, the vast majority of Americans have accepted as bedrock. That a free and fair election is essential and that the results, even when disappointing must be respected. That the current GOP candidate and many in his own party, including those holding high office, still dispute the results of this past election and hold out the option of not supporting the 2024 election unless their candidate wins. Joe, to your point, it is essential that citizens of good will from both parties and independents recommit to ensuring a free and fair election and abiding by the outcome. Without this our democracy is at great risk. Thanks for reminding us of who we are and must continue to be. USA is a grand and fragile experiment that demands our vigilance for the sake of the present and generations to come.
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Thanks Kent I am an optimist
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