Traditionalism vs. Secularism

Once again, I lay awake watching FNC and wondering what I’m doing on this planet. The topic for the moment on The O’Reilly Factor is, in effect, whether to return the country to Traditionalism or Secularism as a result of next year’s election. And once again, I have to ask… “Why does it have to be one or the other?” Polar opinions are starting to drive me crazy. I appreciate the value of presenting opposing opinions, but let’s dispense with the pretense that one of the two will be victorious. Ultimately, the Middle Way will prevail because nothing else will be effective.

Am I supposed to believe that by electing Bush that we’ll become a “traditionalist” country? I’m sure in some part that’s true, but it’s impossible to apply it universally. And why do you suppose that is? Because there is enough support for the opposing opinion to “reinstall” it in 4 to 8 years (or at least try).

When will we realize that the Middle Way is what we’re operating to and focus less on political affiliations and more on effecting the appropriate changes in our society?