Polarization
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The polarizing rift between state and church in Armenia
A renewed clash between Armenian authorities and the Church is forcing society into a binary choice, threatening deeper national division.
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Escalating Rhetoric: The Widening Chasm Between the Obama Legacy and the Current Administration
As the Obama Presidential Center nears its June opening, President Trump has launched an unprecedented wave of accusations against his predecessor, signaling a new, volatile phase in American political polarization.
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James Cameron Explains New Zealand Relocation, Citing US Polarization for ‘Sanity’
Acclaimed director James Cameron details his permanent move to New Zealand, emphasizing a search for “sanity” amidst what he describes as the United States’ extreme polarization, anti-science stance, and chaotic COVID-19 response. His decision, years in the making, was solidified…
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Insights into How Populations Conform or Rebel
Cultural traits—encompassing beliefs, customs, and behaviors—are deeply influenced by the opposing forces of conformity and anti-conformity. Conformity reflects the tendency of individuals to align with societal norms, while anti-conformity embodies a deliberate divergence from those norms. A new study, published…