In a new book, two political scientists argue convincingly that there is no stable dividing line between the “Left” and the “Right.” Instead, politically active citizens join the Left and Right ...

If you follow political issues, you probably often see references to the "left" and the "right." These terms are ubiquitous. But what do they really mean? Do they capture any systematic distinctions ...

Despite his recent endorsement of Donald Trump and his decision to hire a GOP strategist, Elon Musk has long insisted that his political views don’t fit neatly in a box. In 2019, he declared himself ...

The political landscape is often portrayed as deeply polarized. The two sides, it is said, can't agree on anything. Even worse, if one side supports a position, that's reason enough for the other to ...

Have you ever been confused when distinguishing up and down? Or front and back? This almost never happens to anyone. In contrast, a lot of people frequently confuse left and right. Imagine driving in ...

One of my coping mechanisms for handling the second Trump presidency has been to read more conservatives. Though not just any conservatives. I’ve sought out those who are thoughtful, respectful, have ...