Governor Hogan Discusses the Political Environment (i.e. Classified Documents) and His Thoughts the State of Affairs

 I like what Governor Hogan is saying in terms of sort of looking at these things and waiting to fully understand them before jumping to conclusions. While allegedly keeping classified documents, and in turn the raid to recover them, is highly unprecedented we can't say at this point it is unnecessary/necessary. That will be dependent on what transpires in terms of evidence/justification (I believe they likely have solid justification as one would know the action will go under a magnifying glass.). No one should be above the law and sometimes it may be necessary to act for the greater good of society (Why we have bodies of legislators vote on laws as a social group. Keep the concept of individual within the collective in mind as important for a later discussion. i.e. I, Me, We.). 

What I found interesting is Governor Hogan is talking about an increase in independent voters. I think its possible that such a middle group will grow. Whether or not they form into their own party down the road remains to be seen. It might just be history in the making. For example, if people form a political identity and gain sponsors as a rationalist/centralist group that would change things. 

Such a party might be focused on using logic and science to make decisions as it would become increasingly possible to gain supporters through good ideas brought forward and vetted to solve societal problems (i.e. party choices being based on evidence based decision making and the likelihood of potential outcomes that put the U.S. in the best competitive position while still understanding the quality of life needs of the populace.)

(BTW I'm not agreeing or disagreeing but just taking note of the possibility if a trend forms)

Back to the video.....

We should also say that certain rhetoric is dangerous on both sides. Some Democrats put forward the idea of Defund Police and now some Republicans are saying Defund the FBI. It seems to not be well thought out strategy yet and designed more for emotional reaction. Without a concrete plan on how someone would foster stability in society and enforce its laws (i.e. collective will) it falls into the category of emotional rhetoric/manipulation. Asking for change (i.e. holding bad apples accountable, increased insulation from political pressure and more truth, wisdom, and moral conscious in decision making.) is helpful as a normal system improvement. (I don't see a need to scrap the current system and replace it with a high risk of chaos. i.e. the lack of Law and Order).

Discussing issues, changing things if you don't like, transparency, etc. are all acceptable because they work within our system (i.e. Systems Thinking). However, calling for violence is and of itself a sign of increased potential future violence by a small but influential group spawning from our highly politicized society. There is much in the words people use and the intentionality of conversation than one might initial think (Listen closely to the deeper meaning of language. ).

Me....I'm a light right Republican and hope very much that we reduce the rhetoric and draw people back to a shared vision of our country. That will require our leadership to really think about their choices, words, and voting.