Tears for the U.S.A. are not enough. Mark Twain once said that," Americans should support their country every time. And their government when they deserve it."
It's not a time for tears, but meaningful action. The U.S.A is the most powerful democracy on earth. America has to put aside the philosophical barriers that prevent elected leaders from either party from doing their jobs. When one goes into politics, it is to affect change that will help their constituents whether they voted for that person or not. The money to help rebuild our infrastructures and equip educational institutions are there. It's just that no one knows where to get it. Contact your state senator about your concerns. I do. In the final analysis, it all boils down to the issue of power and where it is used. That power mustn't be used for philosophical purposes because there is a bigger picture; the American people. Not some like the wealthy elite, but all people. As to immigrants, legal and illegal, diversity is a strength and not a weakness. It's time for action and not tears.