The Politics of Loneliness

Loneliness in America is prevalent, with one in every two Americans experiencing measurable levels of loneliness. Surprisingly, lonely people are seven times more likely to be active in politics than non-lonely people. Politics has become a form of social therapy for the lonely, providing a sense of community and moral action. However, these are just illusions as politics doesn't truly offer community, moral guidance, or social action. Instead, it fuels the culture war and contributes to the over-politicization of American society. We need to focus more on caring for each other and being considerate rather than being consumed by political righteousness.