Beyond Polarization in American Politics

Beyond Polarization in American Politics
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Pew Research Center reports that 65% of Americans say they always or often feel exhausted when thinking about politics because of the country’s deep partisan divisions. As polarization increases and trust in democratic institutions declines, how can we move forward and maintain a functioning democracy?

In this season of “After the Fact,” we speak with researchers and bridge builders from across the political spectrum to learn how they’re facilitating civil dialogue and bridging divides.

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Updated:   December 15, 2023
Topics: U.S. Policy, U.S. State Policy & Arts & Culture
Places: United States

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