When we differ, there are many options besides deathmatch politics fueled by righteous indignation.
Seek understanding of others. Be secure in that, and who you are.
Celebrate differences and gain perspective.
Amplify good, talk through and maybe past bad.
I no longer judge much for past votes and difficult politics. I am most interested in votes and politics to come.
A whole lot is possible. Getting along better is the root of the possible.
We need more of the possible and line in the sand type conflict gets in the way.
Though maybe humanity not that bad and hopeless, maybe it was my English is that bad and hopeless?
The way I see it, there is an asymmetry of power. Governments are able to harm individuals far more than individuals can harm governments. This needs to be taken into account when we talk about "freedom" online.
Students do not want to be exposed to arrest and torture either. There's the problem with your analysis.