November 2013 – How Do You Think?

Partisan Belief Superiority and Dogmatism as a Source of Political Gridlock

by Gerald GuildMorality, Politics, Psychology November 28, 2013January 17, 2024One Comment

Are you sick and tired of politicians and their antics throughout the United States? Regardless of your political orientation, this is likely the case. Over the last 20 years there has been a rising tide of bitter partisanship, leaving a large contingent of US Citizens feeling frustrated and disenfranchised. Meanwhile both parties point their fingers …

American Exceptionalism: I’m all for it!

by Gerald GuildCrime, Education, Healthcare, Politics, Poverty, Socioeconomic Status November 3, 2013January 17, 20243 Comments

It is often argued that the United States is exceptional with regard to its capabilities and responsibilities. With respect to its military prowess, and defense budget, it is certainly exceptional. I am curious however. To what extent is the US exceptional in other important ways? Is the US the envy of the world with regard …