Not very by American standards. Mind you, what passes as normal American politics would collapse most other governments. We thrive on fussing and fighting where most nations collapse into anarchy when their folks just get mad. Look, the US is ALWAYS somewhat polarized. This is most evident in the bases of the major political parties. The hardcore bases barely agree with each other on the time of day and sometimes will argue that just for spite. This is really normal. … Continue reading “How Polarized is the US Really?”
America Doomed or Party System Shift?
The latter. You can quit panicking now. Have a nice day. What do you mean you don’t understand? You don’t know what a party system shift even is? What are they teaching in graduate level Poli Sci nowadays? Oh, right. Not everyone took those classes. Which is a condemnation of the edumacation system. Seriously, this happens fairly regularly in American politics. It’s a feature, not a bug. You’d think they’d mention this in History and American Government in middle school … Continue reading “America Doomed or Party System Shift?”
Is Trump Going to Win Big?
My best assessment is that the race is his to lose. I think Trump would have to actively sabotage his own campaign to lose at this point. However, last I looked, I am not omniscient so I could, in fact, be wrong. Not that I’m going to let that stop me. If you wanted omniscient, you’d be praying to the Almighty, not reading my little blog, or watching a silly eagle in a BBQ apron while I ramble on. Now … Continue reading “Is Trump Going to Win Big?”
