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Is America getting meaner?

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

CHAPTER

The Moral Landscape of American Politics

This chapter delves into the complexities of America's moral landscape, particularly in relation to the support for Donald Trump as a figure highlighting societal alienation. It explores the intersection of politics and personal identity within a hyper-individualistic culture shaped by neoliberalism and technology, raising concerns about moral decay and the need for genuine connection and community. Lastly, the chapter advocates for the establishment of morally formative institutions to foster empathy, cooperation, and meaningful personal growth in society.

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