economic security

When Despair Drives Violence: Looking for Root Causes

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A friend recently made some important points about violence in America. He’s right that we’re seeing widespread nihilism – people losing faith that life has meaning or that their actions have positive consequences. The question is: what created these conditions? When people work full-time jobs that still leave them one emergency away from homelessness, something breaks down inside. The nihilism makes sense when legitimate paths to security are blocked off.

There Is No Far Left Movement in America: We Are Centrists

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The majority of Americans support practical policies that ensure basic security, economic fairness, and effective government programs—and have for decades. About 65% support government-guaranteed healthcare coverage, 89% back drug cost limits, 80% favor universal background checks, and 79% support higher taxes on the wealthy. These positions cut across political lines, with significant Republican support for many policies. Despite political polarization in media and branding, Americans’ core views remain stable and centrist. Labeling these mainstream positions as “far left” misrepresents where the public really stands and ignores the enduring consensus that forms the foundation of American public opinion.