Hassan Picker for Axios:

I even say, "God, I hate this country sometimes." Having said that, if I really hated this country, one, I'd probably be a Republican, let's be real, because I think they're ruining this country, or I'd just leave. There's a reason why I stay here.

There is a reason why I continue to support the things I stand for, because I truly believe in the promise of America. I believe in the goodness of my neighbors.

I believe in the goodness of American citizens, and I know that people of good conscience can see right from wrong.