It may be important to remember that the goal of elected officials is often just to get re-elected. To keep the reins of power they will often sow discourse because it is a tried an true tactic ‘Divide and Conquer’. So remember, should the blue or the red team win it is likely that the vast majority of us all lose.

It is our job to keep those in power accountable, we can’t do that without comparing notes, holding our own respective teams to a higher standard and, most importantly focusing our attention on them rather than on one another. 

The bulk of people share the same core views, it is mostly a disagreement on the ‘how’. So as with all disagreements we should openly discuss and be willing to change our opinions when confronted with solid information (even if it goes against ‘the party line’). 

Keep your heads folks, and remember, remember the 5th of November…it should never be forgot!