person A: I find it profoundly sad and disturbing how some people will rationalize someone else's unhinged behavior_comma_ simply to avoid admitting that maybe they made a horrible choice.
person B: I completely understand that. Did something like that happen recently? 
person A: We're living with it. And it's dividing us as a society. I truly hope that the upcoming months will bring big change. Definitely working for that!
person B: Yes_comma_ I know how you feel. All we can do is encourage friends to join us in helping to make a difference. I believe there is hope!
person A: Me too! <fist bump> ;-)