Politics as Entertainment: Examining Factions and Ideologies

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between entertainment and politics, focusing on figures like Trump and their polarizing effects on public perception. It analyzes how political allegiances are influenced by personality-driven appeal, the fragmentation within both Democratic and Republican parties, and the growing complexities of voter ideologies. The discussion also highlights the role of expertise in politics and the paradoxes within higher education that contribute to divergent political loyalties.