Not surprisingly, there were several suggested topics that are the subjects of hot political debate. In the wake of the recent Supreme Court decision on the Voting Rights Act, we are concern about the new voting rules which seem to target minorities. This is part of the New Jim Crow trend brought up by Gerry.
Norm suggested the topic of Immigration. We assumed that Republicans had to back Immigration Reform to be viable in 2016. But instead we are seeing more voter restriction in key Red states. Do the Republicans think voter restriction trumps immigration?
Norm also suggested the topic of Abortion. As Skye had commented, why should it be anybody's business besides the woman and her doctor. Good point, but that's politics.
Bill reminded us of guns in America. Certainly some opposed to legal abortion have resorted to guns. Yet all attempts for sensible gun control have been twarted.
Why are there so many crazy issues dominating politics. It could simply be that extreme views attract more money. Here is a TED Talk about money in politics and a call to action.
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