How the ‘Diploma Divide’ Polarizes the U.S. Electorate
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Educational Divide in U.S. Politics
This chapter examines the political realignment in the U.S. electorate, focusing on how educational attainment influences voter preferences, with college-educated individuals leaning Democratic and those without degrees favoring Republicans. It also discusses the growing skepticism towards expertise, particularly among conservative factions, and the resulting implications for trust in institutions. The chapter highlights the historical context of these shifts and speculates on the future durability of emerging cultural norms.
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