• The author cites recent polls that show low approval ratings for President Trump and widespread pessimism about the direction of the country and North Carolina. • The author believes that public trust has eroded due to "situational truth" and the prioritization of partisan interests over common good. • The author calls for a collective effort to restore faith in government and achieve the ideals of liberty and justice for all.

Sitting on the porch on a Sunday afternoon, I was reminded of times gone by when after Sunday church and after lunch, there was time to visit with friends and family.

There were four of us longtime friends. After catching up, one remarked about how rapidly things were changing. Was there ever a time in our lives when so many changes were made so quickly?

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