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Is political polarization worse than it's been in the past?
Polarization today versus past history — I'll pull current research and historical trends to see what's changed.
Yes, by most modern measures - but with important historical caveats.
1. Compared to the recent past (1970s-present): Yes, worse than ever
Most scholars and polling organizations say polarization is at a modern high:
As of 2025, polarization was higher than any point in current hi