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Is political polarization worse than it's been in the past?
Whether political polarization is "worse than it has been in the past" depends entirely on which historical era is being compared, as well as how polarization is measured.
In terms of modern history—specifically the mid-to-late 20th century—yes, political polarization is significantly worse today. However, if compared to the entire arc of American history, the nation has survived several periods