Political Exhaustion

In the months leading up to the election I like many in this country became very wrapped up in the news regarding the candidates.  Rather than policy driven campaigns it became the political equivalent of a Jerry Springer show.  Is that show even still on anymore?  It was trashy, disgusting and you became morbidly fascinated enough to watch it.  

However, after the election and the surprising results I felt sick of politics and exhausted by the entire process.  And while my team did not win, I was willing (and I still keep trying) to be a grown up about the new administration and see something positive.  I'm not naturally a pessimist so looking for the bright side is my normal mind set.  I desperately would like to get back into my normal mode of watching the news but not being consumed and worried about major issues.  This seems to be a problem.  

Mr. Trump is still 20 days out from being sworn in as president and the controversies have not slowed down any.  I am so tired and his term hasn't even started yet.  Is this indicative of the next four years?  

The following link is to the article "Donald Trump and The GOP, I want My Party Back" by Patrick Tomlinson.  He is writing about his frustration with his party, the GOP.  His op-ed hit home with me since I think of myself as a moderate.  It's a good read and it struck me that maybe Mr. Tomlinson is tired as well.

http://thehill.com/blogs/pundits-blog/national-party-news/312069-donald-trump-and-the-gop-i-want-my-part-back