-Isms: Views on life in rural America

It does not matter which side of the political aisle you gravitate toward. Saturday’s assassination attempt of former President Trump should give you pause and make you wonder how this nation has wandered so far apart.

In the aftermath, I’ve seen tasteless memes and an abundance of misinformation spread through social channels. I urge you to take a step back, take a deep breath and critically think before clicking the share button or opening mouth (and possibly inserting foot).

I’ll offer what I believe is sold advice, because it’s 1.) basic media literacy; and 2.) common sense.

First, if you...