Are we a divided nation?
969962
I don't think we are as divided as is being said. I think we disagree on certain issues in politics, political leaders and parties. I think that everyone is individuel in their choice of religion and expressions of religious freedom. I think most of us are in agreement of social issues in America. Other issues for me is our own unique experiences in daily living. As a nation and country we do pull together and rise from the ashes together. As Americans we will always disagree but as a united nation, we were never in danger of being divided.
136346
Probably not. Certainly today they all have distict national identities and would likely not want to be merged like that.
190249
I think the problem with this country right now is that both sides are grandstanding on each and every topic.  Mainstream America is neither Democratic or Republican.  Most Americans are independent, middle of the road types.  People should use their mind and the situation at hand to determine what stand they should take and what decision should be made.  Make a decision based on what political party you belong to is ludicris.  Call me a liberal Republican or a conservative Democrat, I really don't care.  But do call me an independent self thinking American.
970864
When has he ever united people?\nAmericans these days are polarized like never before because of his foreign and domestic policies, and the Iraqis are split up and most of them are scared for their lives, not having any real place to live.\nHow is he a uniter? I would say he is definitely a divider.
466492
yes.  Your supposed to seperate church and state.
987867
The country is divided yes, but thats not the reason people can't talk to eachother.  Americans are spoiled, selfish, and generally immature.  Instead of intellectual discussion, we resort to name-calling and clicks.  Its really sad, but I don't know how to fix it.  Maybe we could build a giant hand to slap everyone upside the head or something so that they would shut-up and listen to eachother? (j/k)
94388
hell yeah. but we are really segregated!
767614
yes, there is too much division and no discussion going on in this country.  democracy is about debate.  that means you have to listen as well as speak.
879578
I don't say this often. Excellent question.  Refreshing change from the usual bomb-throwing nonsense.  Our greatness, and our love for country still exists, and probably always will.\n    The sad fact of the matter is that it's under assault from within and without.  It ain't dead but it's on the outs.  Sadly, I am familiar with the comparisons to the Roman Empire, and I really cant' argue that.  \n     Enjoy it while it lasts I say.
976633
No no no no no! Every country should be it's own, and be seperate. Countries shouldn't be mixed together. If they are, people lose their convictions that set them apart in the first place. (i.e. "nutrality". btw, nutrality is the first step towards humanism and a Godless nation)\nIf cultures are swirled together, it  leaves a mellow, confused country that is fighting itself because of citizen unrest.
644306
We are an amazingly divided people and need to get over our petty differences if we ever hope to do anything good on a large scale.\n\nGetting rid of Bush would also be nice.
651904
no.  its a republic.  but it's not even a republic anymore, its an item up for bid to the highest bidder.\n\nwhen George Washinton stepped down from the podium, he warned against one thing.....and that was the creation of a two party system.  so what happen?  as soon as he stepped down, they created a two party system.  its my belief that if you care enough about something that your willing to represent it, then you set aside your differences and stay commited to the goal......a prosperous society with equality for all.
839661
we aren't a free nation, but not for the reasons you stated.
874264
How can you say 'everyone would be happy'? Nationalists would still be living on a divided island, and unionists would no longer be part of the UK. FYI this idea was mooted in the 1940s, when the Unionist government was unhappy about the left-wing social programmes being imposed on them by the UK Labour government, but it was a non-starter then and is a non-starter now.
393207
Is the question: Are you for it or against it?  I'm not European but looking at how many different countries and different cultures make up the European continent, I don't think we should just lump them all up into one.  I believe they would want their own identities and would like to keep their heritage alive.  Although it is well-meaning and optimistic to believe we should all be one and call ourselves citizens of the world, alas, that is not the case.  We are still culturally divided and as human beings inherently attached to tradition and view our past as well our future tied up to who we are and where we come from.
1003123
no but pakistan and india were one nation in the past and the british led to their division which was very depressing and awful as their were massacres all around as people of hindu and muslim religion were just running towards the indian and pakistani parts (now) respectively.
55189
HAS GOD DIVIDED? I DON'T THINK SO. \n\nJUST KEEP GIVING TO GOD WHAT HE ASKS FROM YOU. THE "CHURCHES"? WELL ...HOW'S THE WEATHER?\n\nEND OF THE PROBLEMO!\n\n;)