> It is not argument about loss of personal friendship, but about values those Americans have. They're quite linked, eg after 1954 Brown vs Board of Education,

> It is not argument about loss of personal friendship, but about values those Americans have. They're quite linked, eg after 1954 Brown vs Board of Education, many cities closed all kinds of meeting grounds like pools, libraries, schools, parks, playgrounds etc to prevent desegregation. Loss of such places contributes to loneliness. Hurting yourself to hurt others is a well-established political practice in America. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diversity_in_swimming#Desegregation_of_pools https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diversity_in_swimming#Desegreg...