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DESCRIPTION:Welcome to an MIT Independent Activities Period offering on pol
 arization—a buzzword that defines our times. From climate change debates
  to the rise of populist movements and the global pandemic\, polarization 
 isn’t just a talking point\; it’s reshaping our societies and democrac
 ies. But what does it really mean\, and what can we do about it?\n\nIn the
 se two sessions\, we’ll uncover polarization as a multidimensional form 
 of collective conflict—a phenomenon with profound impacts on how we live
 \, govern\, and interact. Together\, we’ll tackle the following key ques
 tions:\n\nWhat is polarization?\nExplore the layers of polarization—subs
 tantive conflicts over values and interests\, procedural erosion of democr
 atic trust\, and moral divides that demonize "the other side."\n\nWho is p
 olarized?\nIs polarization everywhere\, or does it affect specific groups 
 and contexts? Let’s challenge assumptions and discover where polarizatio
 n really lives.\n\nWhy does polarization occur?\nDive into the forces fuel
 ing division—from media dynamics and social structures to psychological 
 biases. We’ll examine how polarization feeds itself and grows.\n\nHow ca
 n we fix it?\nShift gears from problem to possibility. We’ll brainstorm 
 remedies\, from grassroots initiatives to structural reforms\, and conside
 r pathways to rebuild trust and bridge divides.\n\nThis isn’t just a lec
 ture\; it’s a collaborative exploration. Come ready to share\, debate\, 
 and leave with fresh perspectives on one of today’s most pressing challe
 nges.\n\nLet’s unpack polarization and imagine solutions—together.
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SUMMARY:Polarization in the Wild: Understanding and Addressing Global Divid
 es
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 standing-and-addressing-global-divides
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DESCRIPTION:Welcome to an MIT Independent Activities Period offering on pol
 arization—a buzzword that defines our times. From climate change debates
  to the rise of populist movements and the global pandemic\, polarization 
 isn’t just a talking point\; it’s reshaping our societies and democrac
 ies. But what does it really mean\, and what can we do about it?\n\nIn the
 se two sessions\, we’ll uncover polarization as a multidimensional form 
 of collective conflict—a phenomenon with profound impacts on how we live
 \, govern\, and interact. Together\, we’ll tackle the following key ques
 tions:\n\nWhat is polarization?\nExplore the layers of polarization—subs
 tantive conflicts over values and interests\, procedural erosion of democr
 atic trust\, and moral divides that demonize "the other side."\n\nWho is p
 olarized?\nIs polarization everywhere\, or does it affect specific groups 
 and contexts? Let’s challenge assumptions and discover where polarizatio
 n really lives.\n\nWhy does polarization occur?\nDive into the forces fuel
 ing division—from media dynamics and social structures to psychological 
 biases. We’ll examine how polarization feeds itself and grows.\n\nHow ca
 n we fix it?\nShift gears from problem to possibility. We’ll brainstorm 
 remedies\, from grassroots initiatives to structural reforms\, and conside
 r pathways to rebuild trust and bridge divides.\n\nThis isn’t just a lec
 ture\; it’s a collaborative exploration. Come ready to share\, debate\, 
 and leave with fresh perspectives on one of today’s most pressing challe
 nges.\n\nLet’s unpack polarization and imagine solutions—together.
GEO:42.358563;-71.087646
LOCATION:Building 51\, 095
SUMMARY:Polarization in the Wild: Understanding and Addressing Global Divid
 es
URL;VALUE=URI:https://calendar.mit.edu/event/polarization-in-the-wild-under
 standing-and-addressing-global-divides
CATEGORIES:IAP (Independent Activities Period)
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