The level of hate and violence in this country seems to be increasing at an alarming rate. Political divisiveness between parties is a major factor, but there’s more to it than that. We’re seeing people so caught up in their beliefs that they’re willing to sacrifice their own families for political loyalty. This is accelerating, and much of it stems from outside influences and corruption—money flowing out of our country only to be funneled back in through corrupt channels.
We need to unite this country by lowering the rhetoric of hate and violence. I’ve witnessed this firsthand, whether it’s antisemitism, attacks on the president, or unpeaceful protests. The pattern is clear: hate is learned, not innate. If people took time to examine why they hate something, they’d likely soften their stance. But once hate escalates to violence, the damage becomes irreversible—both in reality and in the human mind. If you think hate and violence constantly, you internalize it. We need to consciously lower that rhetoric in our minds first, then in our words and actions.
Patrick Lockhart,
CEO and Founder
