I turned to a news channel a few minutes ago. I watched a woman say, “I don’t recognize our country any more.”

While I still recognize the United States and all of our deep troubles, foibles, and inequities—I also recognize how we, as a society, are rapidly becoming more polarized, angry, and reactionary.

Lies and misdirection from our President—since day one—have caused chaos, confusion, and fear—and have amplified division, mistrust, violence, volatility, and hate.

Here’s an excellent timeline from @ByDonkeys on a single topic that illustrates my point.

Please vote. Your vote this year is more important than ever before.