Political Culture

I agree with Alyse and basically everyone that the U.S.' political culture is conflictional. Red America and Blue America generally disagree on all issues. Red America is raised to rely on their faith and morals, while Blue America wants change and has almost a completely different view on the world. Their views on social issues are very different. Red America is moralistic with their opinions on abortion and gay marriage. Blue America is realistic. Brooks states in his article the heavy differences between these two faction. People raised in Alabama (because we keep using them as an example) aren't flashy and prefer to be humble. One example is that Red America loves showing their patriotism. In Connecticut (not Wolcott) you're less likely to see people driving around with two American flags on the back of their truck. Blue America is flashy, but doesn't like to show their patriotism. Red America and Blue America are two different lifestyles. Where you live changes your political views and opinions. Frank agrees that there is a divide but they aren't completely different. Some have similar interests. This is true, but overall the two factions have two different lifestyles and therefore, view politics differently.