Civility essential to governing America

After years of odious political behavior, it is time for elected officials to focus on governing with civility and respect. It is time to go back to acting for the common good.

Our country needs leaders, irrespective of party affiliation, to set aside differences and unite.

America is weakened by the continual onslaught of character assassinations, false accusations, misinformation and bitterness, which has been pervasive over the last dozen years.

We do not know who to trust or what is accurate and correct. Rather than seeking the truth, too many in the media hijack the facts to fit their nar...