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In reply to the discussion: Trump has changed my world view in a profound way. [View all]hfojvt
(37,573 posts)What is a "not insignificant minority"? Is 3% significant? Is 8% significant?
I see the divide going the other way. "My" own side seems to be unable to make their case. My side apparently favors open borders. When other people question that - they are accused of "not seeing Hispanics as human". Often we seem to not see them as human. Instead we see them (the Trump supporters, the right wing, etc.) as deplorables, as racist monsters.
Admittedly there really are SOME deplorables and racist monsters in this country. Too many, but at the same time probably not more than 5% of the population.
There is a larger percentage who really are NOT "people of good will". Lots of them seem to get elected to public office, but they are on both sides. (on many sides)