Shaping Political Thought and Extremism

Delving into the influence of Walter Lipman in advocating for centrism amid rising extremism post-World War I, the chapter emphasizes historical context to interpret current global events. It explores the impact of disenchantment in society, discussing how extremism is empowered by a hyper-political environment and amplified through social media. The complexities of addressing societal issues like sexism, racism, and economic inequality without oversimplification are highlighted through examples such as the Israel-Palestine conflict and domestic violence discussions in Australia.