Letter: America is split between two competing ideologies

The country seems as divided now as it was prior to the Civil War. There seems to be little in common between the two sides. One appears guided by feelings and emotions, the other by common sense and reason. One side seems to believe the country is fundamentally racist and oppressive, the other disagrees. One side strives for open borders and actively resists removing immigrants, the other believes in sovereignty and respect for our laws.