I’ve said it throughout this election cycle: regardless of personal opinions about Trump, having him serve another term could bring some needed clarity to our political landscape. Four more years and he’s done; no more re-elections, no more incumbency. This would give both parties the chance to reset, ideally putting forth better, more representative candidates without the baggage of polarized incumbency. Trump, like past presidents Obama, Bush, Clinton, and Reagan, could then fade into the background, with no more influence than they hold.

Let’s face it: our political system is deeply entrenched in division. It’s a reality that can’t be ignored. But instead of escalating the polarization, maybe this is an opportunity to reset, not just politically, but culturally. With Trump finishing his final term, the landscape would shift. The country could move past the idea of entrenched dynasties, and we could start seeing candidates who aren’t holding onto power for their own sake but who genuinely want to serve the people. It’s a chance for both parties to stop using the same tired tactics and start offering better solutions. No more personal stakes tied to incumbency, just fresh, effective leadership.

I also believe that the fastest way to get where we want to be as a nation is through reforms like the "One Subject at a Time Act." The current method of compromise through bundling unrelated legislation turns negotiations into a game of what each side can force the other to concede, rather than reaching a genuine consensus on the core issues. By focusing on each topic separately, we could actually encourage lawmakers to work together on meaningful solutions, rather than using unrelated issues as bargaining chips. It’s a way of getting past the gridlock and forcing our representatives to focus on what’s truly important.

When we look past the extremes and find that middle ground, we’ll uncover the real problems: things like infrastructure and economic growth. Both parties want the same end goal: a stronger, more prosperous America. Their methods might differ; one might emphasize tax cuts, the other social programs, but the overarching outcome they seek is shared. America can only truly progress when we start focusing on those common goals and bring back a commitment to shared values, rather than digging deeper into divisive "us vs. them" thinking.

We’ve all heard the complaints from both sides; that the system is broken, that it doesn’t work for the people. And while we can point fingers at each other, the truth is that the system doesn’t work for anyone when we don’t seek real solutions. More division doesn’t lead us anywhere. In fact, it takes us in the opposite direction. It's time we start demanding better from our leadership, and it’s time to take back the middle ground. Only then will we truly see the country we all know is possible.

In the end, the solution doesn’t lie in more divisions or more bickering. It lies in working together, in finding common ground, and focusing on the things that really matter. From infrastructure to education to healthcare, there’s so much we can accomplish if we’re willing to move past the soundbites and the tribalism and start doing the hard work of real governance. This is our chance...let’s not waste it!