The Unforgivable Nature of Fanaticism and Apology

Fanatics and political extremists cannot forgive the initial offense because it signifies an ideological wrongness. They believe that the mistake comes from a 'bad place' and that the individual's worldview is inherently flawed. Apologizing for the mistake is seen as futile because the mistake itself is considered unforgivable. It is believed that individuals with 'errant thoughts' need to re-educate themselves to align with the correct ideology. This unforgivable nature of the initial offense contributes to the widening political gap in America, making it difficult to achieve progress.