Everywhere you look these days, you see articles, editorials, network and cable news stories, and letters to the editors in newspapers and magazines about the division we have in this country.
Many blame individuals: "George Bush is the most polarizing president, ever!" Others blame the media: "CBS, NBC and ABC are biased!" Others blame technology: "The internet is full of lies and distortion!"
All of this is true, and yet none of it is true.
Americans have NEVER agreed on every issue. We're not suppose to. That is what freedom is all about. We all have the 'right' to have and express our own opinions. We also have the 'responsibility' to allow others their 'right'. In addition, I believe we have the further responsibility to listen to and understand - not necessarily agree with - other's opinions.
It's easy today to find your comfort zone. There are more options than ever for access to news and opinion. It is our right to listen or read what we want, but it is our responsibility to hear all sides.
I think we are closer together as a country than ever - if you listen through all the noise.
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