‘Citizens appear to have lost the shared sense of purpose and values necessary to debate matters of the public good respectfully, without alienating,’ concludes Common Ground.
Last week's Alberta election, in which the United Conservatives swept rural seats but lost heavily in the big cities, has raised fears of growing polarization. But an extensive survey conducted through the University of Alberta suggests the divide is more about identity than ideas.
'Citizens appear to have lost the shared sense of purpose and values necessary to debate matters of the public good respectfully, without alienating,' concludes Common Ground.
‘Citizens appear to have lost the shared sense of purpose and values necessary to debate matters of the public good respectfully, without alienating,’ concludes Common Ground.