What is replacement theory?
Replacement theory is in the news after a shooter cited the theory as his motivation for opening fire in a grocery store in Buffalo over
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Inflation: Who’s to blame?
The bottom line: With so many theories about what is causing inflation, we often focus on the ones that make the most sense to us given our other concerns and priorities. It’s important to be aware of our biases, because they can cloud our ability to consider other causes and ultimately identify effective solutions.
What counts as cancel culture?
The term “cancel culture” was a mere blip on the radar before 2018. But since then, the concept has forcefully entered the mainstream and its
Strategic Melodrama in the Ukraine Conflict
Of course, we’re not equating the validity of both sides of the conflict (or trying to change your mind). Instead, we hope to help people
Perspectives on Climate Change
Conversations around climate change are filled with emotion, especially when we struggle to understand exactly why people disagree with us. Below, we present a range
Discourse Report: How Twitter is Talking about Ukraine
In a speech on Wednesday evening ET, Russian President, Vladimir Putin, said he had “decided to conduct a special military operation” in Ukraine. Shortly after,
How are Americans forming opinions about race and racism?
The bottom line: Because many on the left perceive American society and institutions as racist, they more often highlight racism as a cause of disparities.
The Legitimacy of the Supreme Court
The bottom line: The Supreme Court makes significant, impactful decisions about the freedoms and well-being of all Americans. Because of this, we are likely to excuse
Filibuster 101
Strong opinions on the filibuster are nothing new, but narratives around the rule are constantly changing and evolving.
Saving democracy by changing election law — but which laws?
Since the fallout of the 2020 election, changes to voting laws have been a top priority for both parties — but what those changes look like vary dramatically.
Perspectives on the January 6th Committee
Since its formation in July 2021, the House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol has been polarizing. As news of the investigation breaks, each side’s disparate reactions make more sense within the context of how the left and right views the investigation itself.
How people are talking about COVID-19 Mandates
Over the past year, the conversations surrounding masks, vaccines, and other COVID-related restrictions have been at the forefront of public discourse. Between December 18th, 2020