There Is Division Everywhere
Race disconnects us, religion separates us, politics divides us, and wealth classifies us. The result is a world and a country marked by confusion, conflict, and growing distance between people. Social media platforms only intensify these divisions. I remember when “social” meant actually gathering with others for real conversation. Today, even when we meet in person, people are distracted by phones, tablets, and endless digital noise. We scroll past each other’s “filtered” lives instead of engaging with the people sitting across from us, mistaking constant connection for genuine community.
Addressing the Divide
I often wonder what our society would look like if we judged one another by character, integrity, and how we treat people, not by skin color or ethnicity. I understand how race can feel like an advantage to some and a disadvantage to others. But is it possible to address this divide in a meaningful, comprehensive way? True progress requires uncomfortable conversations, honest listening, and a willingness to acknowledge other people’s perspectives.
Compassion and Unity
Religion has separated people since the beginning of time. It remains one of the most contentious subjects to discuss. Across the world, wars and conflicts continue over the basic right to worship according to one’s beliefs. Too often, faith is used to justify exclusion and violence rather than compassion and unity.
I define politics broadly as conservative, liberal, or a blend of both. Researchers often describe conservatism as a tendency to resist change and tolerate social inequality, while liberalism tends to embrace change and reject inequality.
Class Struggle
Wealth divides us into categories: the ultra‑rich, the rich, the middle class, the poor, and the very poor. Today, I believe the true middle class has nearly disappeared, leaving most people struggling just to maintain a decent standard of living while the wealthy grow even wealthier. This divide bewilders me most because we all see what is happening, yet we do little to change it.
To Be Continued
To be continued in my next article, where I’ll explore how our Union can be a catalyst for change to help bridge these divisions in our society.