Navigating Tolerance and Respect in Politics

This chapter explores the critical differences between tolerance and respect within the realm of political science, emphasizing the need for deeper recognition of others' dignity. It highlights the challenges faced by partisans in the U.S. to extend respect to opposing viewpoints, revealing a pervasive crisis of mutual respect among Democrats and Republicans. Through studies and anecdotes, the chapter examines how generational experiences shape the capacity for respect and the moralization of political beliefs, further entrenching the divide.