political polarization
Coverage of political polarization in the Nexus archive.
- Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
America's 250th anniversary of independence is marked by political polarization and a heat wave as celebrations begin. The Declaration of Independence's signing is highlighted as a key historical event.
- Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with political polarization and a heat wave as celebrations get underway across the United States on Saturday. The event is marked by both patriotic festivities and current societal challenges.
- Why I quit the ABA: It’s no longer worth it
The author quit the ABA due to its alignment with one political pole as America's political polarization increased.
- Obama Shares Vision for His New Chicago Presidential Center
President Barack Obama discusses his new Chicago Presidential Center, touching on Iran, political polarization, media fragmentation, Michelle Obama's legacy, and exhibits including letters received during his presidency. A surprise video message from a former letter-writer, now a college graduate, is also featured.
- Why cats prefer silver vine to catnip and other May highlights
The article highlights May's notable scientific discoveries, including a potential prehistoric copper smelting site in the Pyrenees, a new species of tiny blue octopus, why cats prefer silver vine over catnip, and how political polarization might resemble a phase transition. The findings were reported in the journal Frontiers in Environmental Archaeology.
- For country, not party: A PAC for veterans confronts our political polarization
A political action committee (PAC) focused on veterans is addressing political polarization in American politics.
- The political polarization of health outcomes in the USA
A study published in Nature explores how political polarization in the USA correlates with disparities in health outcomes, such as life expectancy and chronic disease rates, across different regions. Hacker News users have discussed the findings, highlighting concerns about the intersection of politics and public health.
- Colombia’s pivotal, polarised election could not be tighter
Colombia's presidential election is highly competitive and polarizing, with a Trump-supporting populist gaining significant momentum. The tight race highlights deep societal divisions.
- What’s Next After the Senate Coup in the Philippines?
Vice President Sara Duterte faced a second impeachment in the Philippine Senate following recent political events characterized as a 'coup'. These developments are expected to intensify political polarization in the country as it approaches the 2028 presidential election.
- Americans think both Congress and the government suck
Americans have shown significant disapproval of the government, with only 10% approving of Congress and 17% trusting the government to act ethically. This decline in trust is attributed to political polarization, weakened checks and balances, and unfulfilled political promises.