![]() ![]() I have always thought of those who hold so-called progressive views to be a mirror image of Republican Freedom Caucus. By that I mean, as stated by Paul, intolerance and small mindedness. Pamela Paul's opinion piece hit the nail on the head on one of the more discouraging developments in our current politics, the adoption of right-wing world views by left-wing ideologues ( "If only progressives were more liberal. While some politicians on both sides of the divide continue to sow division, perhaps we ordinary people can keep the doors open in the hope of finding common ground. And if it's humanity we're trying to preserve, what benefit comes from shutting each other out? ![]() Her act of graciousness had shown me her humanity. And I understand that reasoning on a practical level.īut her vote revealed only her political stance, not her full character. Some might argue her vote - the action she took - is reason enough to exclude her from my life. This philosophy resonated with me because I'd witnessed remarkable grace-giving kindness from someone who'd voted for the candidate I feared (and still do). It was during the COVID pandemic that I heard a piece of advice that influenced my perspective: Don't judge people by what they believe, but by what they do. I was more than surprised when my friend who describes herself as a bleeding heart concurred. I wasn't surprised when one of my politically savvy loved ones made the case to cut ties with those who support opposing ideologies. The stakes of our political choices seem to threaten the very survival of our society. While this question has likely been debated for centuries, it has not felt more consequential in my lifetime. The question that challenges many of my loved ones and me since the 2016 presidential election is: Should I stay connected to those on the opposite end of the political spectrum? Opinion editor's note: Star Tribune Opinion publishes letters from readers online and in print each day. ![]()
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