The Conversation U.S.Politics is still both local and personal — but only for independents, not for Democrats or…Independents’ political views and policy preferences reflect the economic and social conditions they see and experience every day…13h ago113h ago1
The Conversation U.S.AI search answers are the fast food of your information dietThey’re convenient and tasty but no substitute for good nutritionJun 201Jun 201
The Conversation U.S.Juneteenth offers new ways to teach about slavery, Black perseverance and American historyMany students say they aren’t learning much about slavery beyond its harsh conditions. A historian explores how Juneteenth offers…Jun 188Jun 188
The Conversation U.S.Central banks face threats to their independence − and that isn’t good news for sound economic…Monetary policy can be wielded as a tool to boost an economy around election time, which explains why politicians want to have a say on it.Jun 159Jun 159
The Conversation U.S.How use-inspired research and engagement can build partnerships to solve problemsUse-inspired research goes beyond translational research to build lasting connections between researchers and communities.Jun 14Jun 14
The Conversation U.S.JFK’s unfinished legacy of peacemaking, a dream during the Cold WarWith wealth, charm and tactful leadership, John F. Kennedy set the standard for working toward the common good and decency in public…Jun 131Jun 131
The Conversation U.S.What America’s first board game can teach us about the aspirations of a young nationFew copies remain of the earliest known board game produced in the US.Jun 610Jun 610
The Conversation U.S.Polarization may phase out of American politics as younger generations shift into powerYounger generations today agree more on key national issues than older generations do. A time of intense polarization may be ending.Jun 54Jun 54
The Conversation U.S.For the ancient Maya, cracked mirrors were a path to the world beyondBroken mirrors can be associated with bad luck, but for the ancient Maya, a cracked mirror was often desirable.Jun 47Jun 47
The Conversation U.S.How 19th-century Spiritualists ‘canceled’ the idea of hell to address social and political concernsSpiritualists believed that after shedding the body in death, the spirit would continue on a celestial journey and help those on Earth…May 311May 311