#polarization
#polarization

1 day ago

The Guardian view on social cohesion: too many of us are still bowling alone' | Editorial

Rising social disconnection and distrust are threatening community cohesion in both the US and the UK.

fromwww.dw.com

Germany politics

How the far-right AfD creates divisions in German society DW 03/15/2025

Germany politics

fromwww.dw.com

How the far-right AfD creates divisions in society DW 03/15/2025

Polarization is deepening globally, risking social cohesion and complicating efforts to address shared challenges.

UK politics

1 day ago

The Guardian view on social cohesion: too many of us are still bowling alone' | Editorial

Rising social disconnection and distrust are threatening community cohesion in both the US and the UK.

fromwww.dw.com

Germany politics

How the far-right AfD creates divisions in German society DW 03/15/2025

more#social-cohesion

#politics

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Trump brands his opponents as communists,' a label loaded with the baggage of American history

Trump's second administration uses the term 'communist' to malign political opponents and polarize American public perception.

1 week ago

US politics

The Pope's Floridian Brother Shared a Video Calling Pelosi as a Drunk C***' and Scolded Crying' Libs Suffering From TDS'

US politics

Bill Maher Confronts Trump Fan Over First Weeks In Office: You Must Realize This Is Really Going Badly'

5 days ago

US politics

After the joy of seeing Carney beat his Trump-lite rival, reality has bitten. Canada is an anxious, divided nation | Melissa Jean Gismondi

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Trump brands his opponents as communists,' a label loaded with the baggage of American history

Trump's second administration uses the term 'communist' to malign political opponents and polarize American public perception.

1 week ago

US politics

The Pope's Floridian Brother Shared a Video Calling Pelosi as a Drunk C***' and Scolded Crying' Libs Suffering From TDS'

US politics

Bill Maher Confronts Trump Fan Over First Weeks In Office: You Must Realize This Is Really Going Badly'

5 days ago

US politics

After the joy of seeing Carney beat his Trump-lite rival, reality has bitten. Canada is an anxious, divided nation | Melissa Jean Gismondi

more#politics

UK politics

1 week ago

Yvette Cooper left to spin the unspinnable after Starmer's island of strangers' speech | John Crace

Language in the government's immigration bill provoked significant backlash, highlighting deep divisions in public opinion about immigration.

US Elections

fromNew York Magazine

Polls Show Enthusiasm Gap Now Working Against Trump

Trump's job approval reveals deep partisan divides, but strong disapproval indicators among independents may impact his political future.

'Agreeing to disagree' is hurting your relationships - here's what to do instead

Avoiding tough conversations can harm family relationships more than addressing them directly.

Miscommunication and avoidance may lead to permanent damage in family bonds.

Mental health

Managing Conflict in a Polarized World

Polarization escalates interpersonal conflict and can lead to violence, but de-escalation strategies can help manage these tensions.

Mental health

Feelings Aren't the Enemy

UK politics

The one change that worked: I quit fighting about politics with my friends and family

philosophy

fromThe Conversation

3 weeks ago

'Agreeing to disagree' is hurting your relationships - here's what to do instead

Avoiding tough conversations can harm family relationships more than addressing them directly.

Miscommunication and avoidance may lead to permanent damage in family bonds.

Mental health

Managing Conflict in a Polarized World

Polarization escalates interpersonal conflict and can lead to violence, but de-escalation strategies can help manage these tensions.

Mental health

Feelings Aren't the Enemy

UK politics

The one change that worked: I quit fighting about politics with my friends and family

more#conflict-resolution

The papal in-tray: new pontiff will have to hit the ground running on so many urgent issues

The new pope's ability to unify a divided church and engage on pressing global issues will be crucial in navigating the complexities of the 21st century.

US politics

Why Are Our Political Leaders Failing?

Political leaders increasingly prioritize personal power over serving the public interest.

Division and polarization hinder collaborative solutions in U.S. politics.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Trump's popularity in his first quarter is lower than that of any other president

Americans largely disapprove of Donald Trump's performance, marking him as a deeply polarizing figure in recent politics.

SF politics

Why Are Our Political Leaders Failing?

Political leaders increasingly prioritize personal power over serving the public interest.

Division and polarization hinder collaborative solutions in U.S. politics.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Online Community Development

Trump's popularity in his first quarter is lower than that of any other president

Americans largely disapprove of Donald Trump's performance, marking him as a deeply polarizing figure in recent politics.

more#us-politics

#social-media

fromtime.com

3 months ago

Social Media Fails Many Users. Experts Have an Idea to Fix It

Redesigning social media can enhance societal cohesion and reduce polarization.

A new model called 'Prosocial Media' aims to reclaim context and strengthen democratic health.

Social media marketing

fromHer Campus

The Problem With Debate Content

Social media debates often lead to unproductive engagement rather than constructive dialogue.

Right-wing politics

Why the Internet Veered Right

Social media exacerbates societal divisions and promotes extremism, challenging traditional liberal attitudes.

fromApaonline

philosophy

Putting the "Social" in Social Media: Hannah Arendt, Political Judgment, and Online Polarization

Online Community Development

US politics

What the Fork Is He Doing? Musk Raises Eyebrows With Bizarre Silverware Balancing Act During Dinner With Trump

fromtime.com

3 months ago

Social Media Fails Many Users. Experts Have an Idea to Fix It

Redesigning social media can enhance societal cohesion and reduce polarization.

A new model called 'Prosocial Media' aims to reclaim context and strengthen democratic health.

Social media marketing

fromHer Campus

The Problem With Debate Content

Social media debates often lead to unproductive engagement rather than constructive dialogue.

Right-wing politics

Why the Internet Veered Right

Social media exacerbates societal divisions and promotes extremism, challenging traditional liberal attitudes.

fromApaonline

philosophy

Putting the "Social" in Social Media: Hannah Arendt, Political Judgment, and Online Polarization

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

US politics

What the Fork Is He Doing? Musk Raises Eyebrows With Bizarre Silverware Balancing Act During Dinner With Trump

The Instincts Undermining Our Humanity-and the Path Ahead

Understanding our primal instincts can help address modern societal issues like polarization and violence.

London Tesla driver - 'I've been sent death threats and laughed at on street'

I have had everything from quite severe hate mail, people saying that when they find me they will kill me and my family in front of me.

Marketing tech

fromThe New Yorker

What Gavin Newsom's Embarrassing Podcast Suggests About the Democratic Party

In the first four episodes, Newsom seems incapable of interrogating any right-wing position, making it feel more like an agreement than an interview.

Left-wing politics

SF politics

fromChicago Tribune

1 year ago

Jim Nowlan: How can our federal government solve big problems? How about over dinner?

Congress struggles with long-term planning, hindering progress on critical issues like Social Security and Medicare.

#democracy

Artificial intelligence

Creative industries are among the UK's crown jewels and AI is out to steal them | John Naughton

Recent weeks have seen a dramatic increase in the influence of American tech companies on democracy and governance in the UK and Europe.

fromIndependent

Ksenia Samotiy: When 'facts' are just ammunition for outrage, the only winners are the likes of Trump and Orban

Polarization in media consumption leads to differing worldviews, hindering democratic debate even in the face of evidence.

Artificial intelligence

Creative industries are among the UK's crown jewels and AI is out to steal them | John Naughton

Recent weeks have seen a dramatic increase in the influence of American tech companies on democracy and governance in the UK and Europe.

fromIndependent

Ksenia Samotiy: When 'facts' are just ammunition for outrage, the only winners are the likes of Trump and Orban

Polarization in media consumption leads to differing worldviews, hindering democratic debate even in the face of evidence.

Is Western Society in Decline?

Western civilization is experiencing societal anomie, leading to increased lawlessness and the breakdown of social order.

philosophy

fromThe Philosopher

"Extremism and the Allure of Science": A Conversation with Tracy Llanera and Louise Richardson-Self (Keywords: White Supremacy; Conspiracy Theories; Nationalism; Gender; Essentialism; Objectivity)

Extremism's definition varies but often relates to intolerance and rigidity, with scientific arguments frequently exploited by extremist groups.

fromIndependent

Colin Murphy: I walked into a bar in small-town USA and asked the locals about life under Donald Trump - the result was not what I expected

Small communities can thrive despite national divisions.

Local events like soup cook-offs foster community connection.

I Am So Sick of Being Outraged at Trump. So I Spent a Day in MAGA Land.

Conservative media dynamics amplify messages rapidly via social media and alternative outlets, fostering divergent realities among American voters.

fromwww.nytimes.com

A Rally in Congress

Trump's speech highlighted severe political polarization, marked by hostility and interruptions from Democrats during what was supposed to be a formal address.

fromSlate Magazine

I Am So Sick of Being Outraged at Trump. So I Spent a Day in MAGA Land.

Conservative media dynamics amplify messages rapidly via social media and alternative outlets, fostering divergent realities among American voters.

fromwww.nytimes.com

A Rally in Congress

Trump's speech highlighted severe political polarization, marked by hostility and interruptions from Democrats during what was supposed to be a formal address.

Social justice

Harvard senior works to end polarization on campus- Harvard Gazette

fromFuncheap

7 months ago

Miscellaneous

Listening with Curiosity

Social justice

fromHarvard Gazette