Tag: U.S.

Delve into the heart of U.S. history, politics, religion, and more with our comprehensive analyses. Discover the forces shaping America today.

Mount Rushmore in America features sculptures of four iconic presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln.

Greeks (and Romans) Bearing Gifts to America

A Review of The Pursuit of Happiness: How Classical Writers on Virtue…

By Anthony Sanders 19 Min Read

Former President Donald Trump speaking at a rally, with conservative professors among the audience, supporting his agenda and policies.

American Conservative Professors: Divided Over Trump

About the book Academic Trumpists: Radicals Against Liberal Diversity, by David L.…

By David L. Swartz 17 Min Read

Auburn State Prison, c.1880

Books Political History

Routine, Resistance, and Retribution: Life in Auburn Prison

Excerpt from Freeman’s Challenge: The Murder that Shook America’s Original Prison for…

By Robin Bernstein 14 Min Read

This photo captures a locked ballot box used in Carson, North Dakota, on October 30, 1940. Courtesy of the National Archives and Records Administration, it serves as a historical reminder of the democratic process, particularly during pivotal primary elections that help shape the political landscape.

Primary Election Reforms in America: Lessons for Today

A growing number of democracies allow registered party members some say in…

By Robert G. Boatright 22 Min Read

Supporters of Donald Trump gather outside the U.S. Capitol on January 6th, 2021, displaying flags and symbols that emphasize their partisan identity. The scene reflects the intense polarization in U.S. politics, where cognitive closure— the psychological need for certainty and clear identities—drives individuals to align strongly with their chosen political party, leading to heightened hostility and division between opposing groups.

Cognitive Closure and the Rise of U.S. Partisan Polarization

About the Book The Closed Partisan Mind: A New Psychology of Partisan…

By Matthew Luttig 15 Min Read

The influence of the Religious Right in the January 6th Capitol attack can be seen in how some of its members joined the assault, driven by a mix of religious fervor and extreme political beliefs. Photo by Tyler Merbler .

Books Politics & Religion

The Evolving Nature Views of the Religious Right

About the book The Nature of the Religious Right: The Struggle Between…

By Neall Pogue 17 Min Read

Militant democracy: Image of an improvised wooden gallows with a noose, with the United States Capitol building in the background. This scene is from the attack on the Capitol on January 6, 2021.

Militant Democracy: Legal Safeguards Against Internal Threats

About the book Democracy Despite Itself: Liberal Constitutionalism and Militant Democracy, by…

By Benjamin A. Schupmann 17 Min Read

A group of protestors is holding signs and banners during a demonstration for fair wages. The signs read "WE ARE WORTH MORE!", "STRIKE $15", and "FIGHT FOR $15". They are advocating for a minimum wage increase to $15 per hour. This image captures their collective call for recognition of their value and the need for fair compensation in the workplace. Photo by Bob Simpson (CC BY-NC-SA)

Books Analysis & Theories

Healing Divides: The Power of Recognition in Social Justice

Michèle Lamont’s Seeing Others offers a compelling examination of how recognizing the…

By Karel J. Leyva 24 Min Read

The Citizens United decision has substantially amplified the power of wealthy donors in American politics.

Citizens United: Impact of Wealthy Donors and Dark Money

The 2010 Supreme Court decision in Citizens United v. FEC represents a…

By P&RR 14 Min Read

Night view of the vibrant, colorfully lit Friendship Archway in Chinatown, Washington DC, symbolizing People's Diplomacy, bustling with pedestrians and cars.

Books Analysis & Theories

Rethinking U.S.-China Relations Through People’s Diplomacy

The book tells many stories in which Americans and Chinese promoted people’s…

By Kazushi Minami 9 Min Read

Front view of the U.S. Supreme Court building, featuring its iconic columns and grand steps, with a few people walking and standing in the foreground. The Supreme Court is key in interpreting unenumerated rights.

Books Political History

Unenumerated Rights Through Constitutional Enumeration

Baby Ninth Amendments: How Americans Embraced Unenumerated Rights and Why It Matters…

By Anthony Sanders 13 Min Read

Frederick Douglass embodies the power of slave narratives in shaping American history and identity.

Political History

Slave Narratives: Shaping American Literature and Identity

Slave narratives, weaving resilience and resistance into the fabric of American identity,…

By P&RR 11 Min Read