But how do we deal with the other side after all of this? They’ve clearly been manipulated by Fox News and social media algorithms. They think they’re up-to-date with current events. The media manipulation in the US is staggering. I don’t see how we move forward without tearing everything down. It’s rotten from the inside out.

This is such a weird (bad) take. Companion (pet) dogs do have jobs, for a lot of us. They offer comfort through hard times, help us get outside and exercise, stay on a routine, and they ARE empathetic. When I cry, my dog knows I am upset and comes to me. She offers me empathy, even though she doesn’t understand what’s wrong. It’s not a substitute for human companionship, but it’s way better than being alone entirely.