Political polarization
The false and the furious: We aren’t just bothered by different beliefs – we’re bothered when we think others are wrong
Differences in beliefs may not be what drives people apart. A belief that someone else is wrong may be the stronger force.
Americans keep voting for scandal‑prone candidates because they just don’t want the other party to win
Polarization and negative partisanship have lowered the standards for whom Americans are willing to support.
What makes a good teacher? Ask a Republican and a Democrat, and they are likely to agree
Most American adults will say that they most valued teachers who really knew them, cared about them and made learning relevant to their lives.