They exist, so we divide.

Democrats....Republicans. These parties simply exist so that we remain divided. Sure, they both enact policies that we may agree or disagree with, but at the end of the day they, as a collective, remain in power.

Look at what it does. It pits family members against each other, spouses, siblings, friends, neighbors. By race, morald, beliefs, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender....and on and on.

As long as we remain divided, and fighting amongst ourselves, they can do as they please.

I know we've all heard this all before, but we remain complacent about it. Myself included.

Can you imagine the power behind a country united (for the most part)?

This is why situations like Karmelo Anthony and Austin Metcalf are perfect for them. It creates division amongst us. Puts us in our corners. Focuses the attention on other citizens, not on the elite.

The question ultimately is: "What can we do about it?" Well, in your personal life, you can choose to respect and love all of those from the "other side" no matter what you agree or disagree on.

Of all conspiracies, this illusions may just be the greatest of them all.