In 2016 there are two types of republicans: racists and people who tolerate racists.
Before you jump down my throat, think through the logic of this.
None of my friends who still remain true to the Republican party in 2016 are racists. But none deny that there are racist overtones in today's Republican party. And given the current nominee, they are no longer just overtones. The party of Lincoln, who appealed to our "better angles", is now appealing to our worst prejudices. And all of my Republican friends acknowledge this. Even Paul Ryan describes Trump's behavior as the "textbook definition of racism".
But they are still voting Trump.
The reason I quit the Republican party is primarily because of the racism and bigotry.I like small government. I support fewer regulations. I like low taxes. I don't think the middle class suffers because rich people are evil. And I'm not a huge fan of Hillary. In other words, I agree with a large part of Republican thinking.
I can tolerate Hillary but I just can't tolerate racism and bigotry.
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