NZZ: Divided Country – Why Is the US So Polarized? | In German with English Subtitles

Oct 27, 2022 | Once upon a time, the Democrats and Republicans were political opponents. But today, in many cases, they are downright enemies. That's why we often hear that the US is a divided country. Cross-party compromise solutions are becoming increasingly difficult. Some even believe the country is on the brink of civil war. But why is the United States so polarized? In this video, we identify three mechanisms that contribute to polarization.