I am writing in response to a letter to the editor recently written by Halifax Town Council Member Jack Dunavant. 

This is in reply to Killing America by Jack Dunavant. 

When individuals cannot grasp or appreciate their connections with others, it gives rise to a sense of isolation, mistrust, hostility or apathy. It leads to a society based upon fragile human relationships. From the perspective of Buddhism, that which creates trust, respect and harmony among people can be described as good. And that which divides people, causing disrespect and mistrust, is regarded as evil.

On Aug. 4 at the White House, the president signed into law a truly historic bill that attracted broad, bipartisan support in Congress. If you find yourself asking, what in the world could bring elected officials from both parties together during a presidential election year when Republicans and Democrats are, as the evening news is happy to point out, far apart on about every issue, you’re not alone.