Student Tribune
The Divided States of America; Political Divisiveness in American Politics
"We weaken our greatness when we confuse our patriotism with
tribal rivalries that have sown resentment and hatred and violence in all the
corners of the globe. We weaken it when we hide behind walls, rather than tear
them down, when we doubt the power of our ideals, rather than trust them to be
the great force for change they have always been." -- Senator John
McCain (2018)
The partisan split in America is the highest it has been in two decades,
with Republicans and Democrats holding vastly disparate views on race,
immigration, health care and the role of government, according to several
research agencies. Looking at attitudes, policy issues and political values
since 1994, it is not surprising that Americans are more divided than ever.
So it's no wonder the stress of ugly national politics has started to affect
the emotional and physical health of some citizens, as a new studies suggests.
Nearly two out of every five Americans say politics is stressing them out, and
one in five are sleepless or have had friendships damaged over politics, the
researchers found.
Faculty, staff and students join us for a worthwhile discussion forum on
Political Divisiveness in American Politics. We believe everyone should bring
an open mind, be ready to listen and to keep personal agendas on back
burner.
Presenters: Professor Louis Andolino and Professor Joseph
Scanlon.
When: Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Tournament Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1: 00 p.m.
Where: FORUM, Building 3-130
Continued Discussion: PRISM Multicultural Center, Building
1 Room 108 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Sponsored by: PRISM Multicultural Center, FYE, Global Education &
International Svs., Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accountability Office,
MCC Library, Anthro/His/Pol/Soc and Office of Student Life & Leadership
Development
Attached Files:
political divide_PRISMsp20.pdf
Batistta-Provost, Shirley
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability
02/24/2020