Politicians: Is decency too much to ask for?

American politics today is steeped in toxicity, a mire that seems only to deepen as time goes on. The rancor and divisiveness that dominate the discourse are eroding the very fabric of our nation. It's not that America itself is in decline - our potential remains boundless, and our spirit unbreakable - but the caliber of those who seek to lead us has faltered.

We find ourselves yearning for leadership who can restore faith in the American dream, who can offer a vision of hope and optimism that transcends the bitterness of the current moment much like Ronald Reagan and Barack Obama did.

America's strength lies in its people. We have had leaders in the past that have spoken to that strength, encouraging us to believe in ourselves and in each other. Today, we need a leader like that, who can rise above the fray, who can bring us together instead of drive us apart....