Breaking the Country
Ben and Jonathan discuss the rising polarization in American politics, with Ben arguing that the 2012 election was a turning point. They explore the need for major reforms in political institutions to encourage moderation, compromise, and cooperation in Congress and at other levels of government. Jonathan suggests reforms such as open primaries and changes to the legislative process to address the issue. They also touch on the challenges of media and social media reforms and the importance of educating the younger generation for democracy.In this clip
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Jonathan Haidt | The Ben Shapiro Sunday Special Ep. 22
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