Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
07.07.2026
Verlag
BHO BooksSeitenzahl
220
Maße (L/B/H)
22,9/15,2/1,2 cm
Gewicht
326 g
Sprache
Englisch
EAN
9798256137458
The American Experiment is at a breaking point-but the story isn't over yet. Do you feel the tension at every family dinner? Do you scroll through your social media feed with a sense of disbelief, wondering how your neighbors can see the world so differently? You aren't imagining it. The United States is more divided today than it has been in decades, and the fracture is no longer just about policy-it's personal. In Fractured Union: Understanding and Healing Political Division in America, author George Evans digs beneath the surface-level outrage to uncover the structural, historical, and psychological forces tearing our country apart. This isn't just another political book designed to tell you why the "other side" is wrong. Instead, Evans provides a masterclass in political science and civic engagement, tracing the roots of our current crisis back to the volatile debates between Hamilton and Jefferson. From the unresolved legacy of the Civil War to the seismic realignments of the 1960s, you will discover that our modern "us vs. them" mentality is the result of centuries of tension, now supercharged by 21st-century technology.Inside this comprehensive guide to American unity, you will explore:The Historical Fault Lines: How the original blueprint of the Federalist and Anti-Federalist debates continues to shape our modern gridlock. Modern Triggers: The role of algorithmic isolation and cable news echo chambers in turning neighbors into enemies. Structural Roadblocks: A deep dive into gerrymandering, the primary election system, and how they reward extremism over reason. The Urban-Rural Divide: Why cultural geography has become the new frontier of political identity. The Scapegoat Mechanism: How economic inequality is weaponized by leaders to fuel partisan resentment. Fractured Union is more than a diagnosis; it is a Roadmap to Restoration. Evans offers pragmatic, actionable tools for bridge-building and media literacy. You will learn the specific skills of empathetic dialogue-not as a way to "be nice," but as a powerful tool to change minds and protect the democratic process. Whether it's supporting local journalism or understanding the "shared values" that 70% of Americans still hold dear, this book empowers you to move from the sidelines to the front lines of civic healing. The American experiment has always been unfinished. It is a system designed to be argued over, amended, and improved. If you are exhausted by the noise and ready for a solution that transcends the 24-hour news cycle, this book is your guide to reclaiming our shared identity.
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