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James Davison Hunter, "Democracy and Solidarity: On the Cultural Roots of America's Political Crisis" (Yale UP, 2024)

New Books in Political Science

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The Evolution of American Democracy and the Crisis of Solidarity

This chapter explores the historical evolution of the enlightenment ideals that shape American democracy and how they have been both supported and challenged throughout history. It highlights the current cultural conflicts and the emerging nihilism that arises from a scarcity of resources to unify a deeply divided nation.

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