Harper’s harm to Canadians will linger long past election

"... In his exploitation of fear and prejudice, Harper’s aim was to turn neighbours against one another and earn votes along the way. Thankfully, his efforts in the latter endeavour were for naught. But he has managed to open a Pandora’s box of hatred that has turned parents against children and vice versa. His tactics have seeped into the most sacred structures of our society and, in many cases, poisoned the most important corners of our lives. "

http://www.vancourier.com/opinion/harper-s-harm-to-canadians-will-linger-long-past-election-1.2091173

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And that goes double for "political discourse" here at home -- the Republicans and their corporate owned media has used fear and racism as a wedge election after election. Trump being just the latest case in point.

Sadly, because of our gerrymandered House of Representatives, I don't see the hate-mongerers being tossed out of office here in the US any time soon.