How Do We Navigate the Culture Wars in Everyday Life?
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Are the culture wars getting personal? Learn how to navigate these conflicts in everyday life.
Are the culture wars getting personal? Learn how to navigate these conflicts in everyday life.
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So maybe don't talk politics over Sunday dinner.
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Almost all political arguments are futile. Here's why.
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When people’s political beliefs are challenged, their brains become active in areas that govern personal identity and emotional…