> All of this means that face-to-face, we will probably talk a lot less about divisive political topics than we would do online.

I see your point — I think more than a couple Twilight Zone episodes that Serling penned explored the "monsters" that are within us.

But I disagree. Because I think when you are face-to-face you're more likely to see nuance in your option and others. "I hate gays!" you say. But then you find yourself chatting with your neighbor and his husband and have been thankful for them, on several occasions, for helping you get your car started in the winter, or whatever.

"Black people scare me!" But then you have to admit that the two black families that go to your church are not threatening at all....