Our politics have descended into the Whole Enchilada or Nothing Syndrome. We either get all we want or we threaten to destroy the system.

When is it ever possible for mortals to have perfect knowledge? Negotiation, diplomacy, and compromise are necessary because none of us is God.

Genuine listening, give and take, and civil dialog work best in an imperfect world.

We can’t always work out a win/win solution but more often a some/some resolution. Nobody hogs all the cake and ice cream. We enjoy a better party if everybody shares some.