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The Upswing

How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again

Book • 2020

Shaylyn Romney Garrett

In 'The Upswing', Robert Putnam and Shaylyn Romney Garrett provide a comprehensive overview of more than a century of American history.

They identify a significant shift from an 'I' society to a 'We' society during the early 20th century, particularly peaking in the 1960s, and then a reversal back to individualism.

The book uses statistical analysis and storytelling to illustrate this 'I-We-I' curve, showing how trends in politics, economics, society, and culture have repeated over time.

The authors argue that understanding this historical pattern can inspire a new generation to work towards rebuilding a more communitarian society.

Mentioned by

John Bridgeland

Danielle Kurtzleben

Danielle Kurtzleben

Shaylyn Romney Garrett

Mentioned in 10 episodes

Mentioned by

Laurie Santos

as a book about creating the right structures to change social connection and community.

The Science Of Happiness: Dr. Laurie Santos Shares Evidence-Based Tools For Genuine Joy, Why We Chase The Wrong Things & What Actually Creates Well-Being

Mentioned by

Robert Putnam

when discussing long-term trends in social capital, political polarization, and inequality.

'The Interview': Robert Putnam Knows Why You’re Lonely

Mentioned by Dr.

Laurie Santos

as a book exploring the resurgence of social connection in America.

How to Find Hope in a Cynical World

Mentioned by

Robert Putnam

as a book exploring long-term trends in American social connections.

Join or Die with Robert Putnam

Mentioned by Robert Putnam as a book discussing solutions to social isolation in America.

Disconnected: Life in a Disruptive Digital Age

Mentioned by

Scott Mann

to illustrate a historical parallel to current social divisions.

#135 Scott Mann - The Real Cost of America's Failures

Mentioned by

Laurie Santos

as a book offering hope for rebuilding social capital.

Make America Happy Again

Mentioned as a book that tells the story of social cohesion in a powerful way.

What We Owe Each Other - An Episode from Article 13

Mentioned by

John Bridgeland

, highlighting Putnam's insights into social trends and the revival of community engagement.

Lawfare Daily: John Bridgeland on National Service and Civil Defense Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty

Mentioned by

Robert Putnam

as a book summarizing his research on the state of American democracy.

Patron’s Lecture: why social capital matters

Mentioned by

Danielle Kurtzleben

as one of

Robert Putnam

's books published in 2020.

Politics And America's Loneliness Epidemic

Mentioned by Lucy Perkins in the context of discussing the book 'The Upswing' and its relevance to current political and social trends.

On The Ground In Arizona, Florida, Pennsylvania And Wisconsin

Mentioned by

Danielle Kurtzleben

as the author of "The Upswing".

Weekly Roundup: October 16th

Mentioned by

David Brooks

when discussing about individualism and the bonds of community.

What is Happiness?

Mentioned as a book that looks back to the progressive movement for inspiration to the problems of the present day.

Why nothing works, with Marc Dunkelman

Mentioned by

Dan Harris

as the book that

Robert Putnam

and

Shaylyn Romney Garrett

co-authored, discussing the I-We curve in American society.

How You Can Help End Polarization and Inequality – and Get Happier, Too | Robert Putnam & Shaylyn Romney Garrett

Mentioned by Amika Scott Terra as a historical social science grounding for debates around weakening communities.

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