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S2 Ep1142: National vs. Local Politics, Trump, Healthy Civic Engagement, and why "Woke" Is an Unhelpful Term: Chris Butler

Theology in the Raw

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The Polarization of US Politics

This chapter delves into the reasons behind the increasing polarization in US politics. It explores the role of social media algorithms, retreat from thoughtful discussions, and the prevalence of litmus tests and party machinery. The chapter also debates whether Trump is a cause or an outcome of this polarization.

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