Suggesting civil discourse across political divides is strained by identity-based sensitivities
The article ends on a note of disconnection—BJ’s social media offer declined, with Toby implying they wouldn’t meet again. The framing uses this moment to underscore generational and ideological distance, subtly reinforcing the difficulty of bridging divides despite mutual respect.
“I suggested we add each other on social media. He said, I don’t see that we’d ever meet again”
