Don’t Be Ratz . . . Show Some Political Civility!

RATZ, THE RACE IS ON!

On your mark, get set, BANG! They are off and running. Brace yourself for midterm blitzkrieg. Seek shelter from the spin-doctors bombardment.

Is there no civil defense from the on-slot of incivility?

Political opponents need to show us leadership and reign in their PR posses. Instead of wallowing in the sins and failures of the other guy, show a little grace. Show us hope. We are weary of bodacious posturing. And as for your opponent, wish him or her well.

If your advertising team is slinging sludge calling your opponent nasty names, it is time to step out of the gutter. Raise the bar. Be a statesman, not just a politician. Vote yes for civility.

Chuck Clore has roots in Montgomery County and lives in Springfield, Mo. His work has been displayed in our monthly Montgomery Memories editions as well.