There was a time when many of us believed—truly believed—that America, while imperfect, was fundamentally trying to do the right thing. That our leaders, even when flawed, were restrained by a sense of duty, morality, and accountability. That Christianity, at its core, stood for kindness, humility, protection of the vulnerable, and a moral compass that pointed toward compassion rather than cruelty. For many, that belief is now cracking. This is…