Every politician and candidate should read this book, before taking another office. Wide ranging discussion of issues facing America today, observing all sides of the issues. The author credits the valid arguments of both sides of all the issues, recognizing that everyone is at least partially right, and nobody is all wrong. These are the most divisive issues in the news, and most of us choose the facts and opinions that are comfortable to us, while dismissing those we don't like. Every reader will find much to agree with and some that is unacceptable. But it is all valid and reasonable in the search for real answers and solutions. It is the essence of the American experience, but can America still handle it?