Political scientist says current polarization leads to distrust, abandoning norms
By: Tim Spears
Posted: Jan 6, 2022 9:17 PM EDT

-
1:15
Temperatures fall to end the week, milder this weekend
-
4:52
Monthly meetup with South Bend Mayor James Mueller
-
1:41
Mildest day of the week followed by widespread rain
-
3:56
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce enchanting the community with...
-
0:57
Murder Sheet Podcast hosts release new book titled “ Shadow...
-
2:32
Elkhart Humane Society waives fees after taking in more than...
-
4:15
Detectives seek information in 36-year-old La Porte cold case...
-
2:25
Marcus Freeman talks after naming starting quarterback
-
5:27
Smoky skies will be part of future forecasts in Michiana
-
3:33
Berrien County GOP opposes Lake Michigan College millage renewals
-
3:20
Plymouth Aquatic Center pushes forward after closing concerns
-
2:08
Saint Mary’s College receives grant to continue supporting...
To many, the January 6th riot at the Capitol underscored the polarization in today's political climate.
In an interview with ABC57 NightTeam anchor Tim Spears, Steven Webster, author of "American Rage: How Anger Shapes Our Politics", said the current political climate actively lowers trust in government and causes voters to abandon traditional democratic norms.
"So, one of those norms is accepting people with different points of view," Webster said. "Increasingly, Americans see those who disagree with themselves as opponents to be defeated, rather than people who have different opinions."
Watch their full discussion, here:
Sign up for the ABC 57 Newsletter