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Why We're Polarized, with Jamelle Bouie (live!)

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

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Understanding Political Polarization in America

This chapter explores the historical and psychological factors contributing to political polarization in the United States. It highlights the ideological shifts within party identities, the impact of key historical events like the Civil Rights Act, and how personal and group identities shape voter behavior. Ultimately, it argues that the root challenge lies in the political system's inadequacies rather than polarization itself.

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