Donald Trump fuses patriotic themes with sharp partisan attacks during celebrations of America’s “joyous” 250th anniversary, underscoring deep political divides even at a unifying national milestone.
Polarization is seeping into the U.S. armed forces, raising concerns about impartiality, recruitment and civilian control, as experts warn politics is reshaping military culture.
New research uncovers deep psychological and social forces driving America’s bitter partisan divide, showing how identity, media, and mistrust are locking voters into opposing camps.
A new HuffPost piece argues George Washington’s warning about political parties still rings true today, claiming hyperpartisanship erodes democracy and distracts from real governance.
In a prescient warning, George Washington labeled political parties America’s “worst enemy.” Today’s polarized landscape suggests his fears were justified, as Upworthy explores in a timely analysis.