I Only Care About The Economy.

I was having a discussion today with a friend of mine and he basically said, “I don’t give a fuck about politics as long as the economy is strong”.  Isn’t that the case for most of us?  I’m not strictly talking about the economy, but really anything in our lives.  I would love to go through my daily life only having to care about family, friends, my job…my dog.  The problem is, I really don’t think any of us have that luxury anymore.  Our government is not acting in our best interests but many of us will say “I hate politics” or will simply post a meme supporting their political viewpoint every once in a while without fact-checking.  We all have to start caring a little more and I am not talking about buying into the manufactured conflict shoved down our throats by the general media, I’m talking about finding media that is factual, looking for alternative news sources…and getting involved; even if it’s writing a letter.   I fear that even my friend who does not care about what happens in Washington or in our local politics will have no choice but to be involved if we continue down this path.  I do know that even if he is not involved, he will be affected, as we all will.