That "political will" or I think of it as the work of the Spirit.....is willing to fairly be taxed so others who need it can get an effective safety net....and a chance to move on....so their kids can get a good education etc...

When you encounter that meanness I think it's evil under the surface of righteousness....I don't think the Spirit is much in evidence when there is no interest or empathy for others....

And like yourself I though we as a country had gotten a lot better than that....until this election.