Socialism discussion would be so much better without factionalism

Factionalism in politics ruins the political discussion that should be going on with Sanders so prominent in the last and current presidential contest.

Because of factionalism, it is impossible to simply discuss different approaches to economic governance without it immediately turning into people taking sides.

It should be possible to think about different economic/political ideologies without immediately taking sides; or even if you do already take a side, it should still be possible to discuss the subject openly and listen to and look at different perspectives.

Bernie may be right or wrong or some combination of both, but his perspective should be fleshed out along with those who question his logic and assumptions.

I am glad he is staying active in the election season, not because his doing so will garner more votes on either side of the final contest, but because the people ought to have more to think about than just red v. blue.