Silly satire aside, why can't we figure out internal affairs like Canada, Australia, and so many other countries?

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As a rather staunch registered independent, I can objectively look at both sides differently than most people. I see bitterness and polarization at every turn. Is there a way past this or are we destined to crumble from within. I think America is worth fixing but there needs to be a major overhaul. I’m just worried, I reckon. I would like some opinions, maybe to ease my troubled mind if nothing else.

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