I understand what you’re saying, and I do see where you’re coming from. I’m a foreigner who lived in the country for a while, and I’m passionate about following both US and global political news. I can assure you that on the larger spectrum, they are more alike than they are different.

I’m not just talking about international politics where a president is essentially an actor repeating concepts they may not fully understand, but also in terms of domestic affairs. The debates they have in the United States may seem profound (healthcare, abortion, student debt), but they often appear to be comfortable discussions. In other words, the primary interest of their politicians is to retain their jobs, and they would never seek to improve the lives of their citizens if it goes against the possibility of maintaining their influence. Ultimately, both parties serve a higher good: preserving the two-party system. They may pass the baton back and forth from time to time, but the game remains the same.

You know, I kinda dig the innocence of some folks in the States who think there’s one political party that’s more “wicked” than the other. It’s like they still reckon that picking between two not-so-great choices is what they call democracy, right?