Dialogue
We’re Not All That Divided: The Myth of a Nation Split in Half
Is polarization as deep as it looks? Outrage incentives distort perception, hiding broad agreement on key reforms.
Jared Paget
January 6, 2026
Is polarization as deep as it looks? Outrage incentives distort perception, hiding broad agreement on key reforms.
Can couples lower divorce risk? Yes—shared religious worship predicts greater stability, meaning, and satisfaction.
What does honest coverage of Latter-day Saints require? Curiosity, primary sources, and dignity, not caricature.
What made 2025’s best family movies stand out? Under-the-radar gems balance laughs, courage, and moral clarity.
What happens when doctrine collides with status? Jeffrey Holland risked goodwill to stand for Jesus Christ and His teachings.
Where is true glory found? Christmas tells a story of meekness over metrics, where angels go first to the overlooked.
Why start salvation with helplessness? The Christ child proves bodies and spirits mature together into fulness of joy.
Is faith-based chastity outdated? Evidence affirms marriage, chastity, and family stability.
Who guards freedom in polarized times? Civic doubt, pluralist respect, and local ties, not outrage, preserve liberty.
How should disciples confront a culture of outrage? They reject contention, wield meekness, and pursue covenant peace.
What sustains peacemaking? Thoughtful questions grounded in empathy, clarity, and humility guide resolution.
