2024 Presidential Election: Will America Reject The Politics Of Hate?

By Rivera Sun\PeaceVoice Photos: YouTube Screenshots As the primaries heat up and the nation goes through the throes of another election cycle, cast your vote for something unexpected, something that defies the lies of politicians, something that could save our nation – and most certainly our souls. Make a choice to weather this election year with respect and decency toward your fellow citizens, no matter our political views. In past years, our election cycles have been marked with fear, distrust, polarization, heightened divisiveness, even violence. In 2024, if we do one thing as citizens, let’s end this toxic cycle.  Respect. Safety. Decency. These common values may or may not be reflected on the ballot, but we’ll be making choices for or against them this year. We’ll ‘vote’ for them through our actions and words in countless ways from now until November 5, 2024–and beyond.  The choice is reflected in whether or not we: ·       Discuss the nominees and issues respectfully with family and friends. ·       Post articles that are inflammatory or factual on social media. ·       Be careful about spreading misinformation versus fact-based information. ·       Choose yard signs that are respectful or derogatory. ·       Show up at polling places calmly...