Assuming that the “mainstream liberal media, abetted by elected Democrat officials” are to blame for all the extreme, vitriolic rhetoric – and any tragic consequences resulting thereof – that modern-day political debate has become, what are we to do about it?
The most influence one has in society is over oneself. If we want more rational, insightful discourse on important matters, we have to reign in the way we express ourselves and who/what we turn to for our information.
We need to cease unintentionally rewarding extremist demagogues, not just through opposing votes or public protest. But, by being savvy and selective about our sources of news and education, avoiding the alarmist media and public speaking events that seek out self-serving rabble-rousers whose only interests are to bolster their self-image and spread their cynical, myopic agenda.