[proseandcons]

It is in the best interest of the GOP to be courteous and polite, respectful of those they disagree with and willing to listen as well.

I'm glad to see I'm not the only one with this viewpoint. The bitter divisiveness that's consumed politics is absolutely what pushed voters, and our best hope as a nation is to learn how to work with the other side without simply calling them traitors.

I think Bush and Pelosi have both recognized that: that's the feeling behind Bush's speech on working together, and that's why the Democrats have said they aren't focusing on impeaching Bush.

If they both stick to those promises, we'll have some real potential in the future.

[Sunsong]

I'm glad to see I'm not the only one with this viewpoint. The bitter divisiveness that's consumed politics is absolutely what pushed voters, and our best hope as a nation is to learn how to work with the other side without simply calling them traitors.

Thanks for your post. Yes, hopefully we can now rise to the challenge and look to our *better angels* as our guide. These are consequential times and we are all called on to grow and become better people because of them. Being courteous, respectful and polite never hurt anyone - and, of course, those qualities and attitude have helped to bring about many, many positive results.

There is no benefit to be gained from hatred, bitterness and more personal attacks. We cannot control what the democrats do or whether they rise to the oocasion - but we can be adults ourselves and demonstrate what maturity is all about.