As political views become more entrenched, there is a worrying trend of people allowing their party affiliations and voting preferences to taint their personal and professional relationships. From the breakdown of friendships to the souring of workplace dynamics, the spreading "poison of political hatred" has led to a concerning level of social fragmentation. Yet, J.D. Tuccille from Reason argues that this need not be the case - Americans must learn to cultivate more tolerance and understanding, even in the face of profound political disagreements.