Arrogance is a huge factor. At the root of so much of the government and "experts" response is the belief (or lack of belief) in the capacity of ordinary Americans to make prudent decisions for their own lives. <br>         The division is partly between those who see their fellow citizens as a threat and those who don't. Our elite in general have nothing but contempt for normal people. "If only the stupid rubes would obey we could make the world better." <br>      The "stupid rubes" know perfectly well how much they are hated. Fear and hatred have been the norm for 2 years. This cannot continue.,(reply>), Hit me up 👆👆👆