a way to live together in this country without hating each other and judging each other as "repukes" or "_______" then WE individually, are screwed.

Where is the "more perfect union" that we seek? Where is the nation where EVERYONE- regardless of any defining characteristic, really has an EQUAL right to exist and seek the promises that this democracy claims to hold so dear?

I'm as committed to the democratic platform ideals as anyone could ever be- but I find the hatred and predjuce against other people who live in this country who are seen as "repukes" every bit as ugly as the hatred that people within the republican party display for us. No, I find it MORE disturbing- because I would expect those who claim to endorse the acceptance of social equality the Democratic party champions- to walk our talk, even when it isn't 'comfortable'.

There is more of a connection to Lincoln in this administration than most people realize imo. A house divided against itself cannot stand. We're on a threshold here- with an excellent leader.

(sorry for the rant)