Polarization due to problem entrainment

Domestic and foreign policy polarizations are increasing worldwide. Creative solutions, reconstruction and structural change are being replaced by moral discreditings of the political opponent and geographical neighbours.

This process begins with the loss of trust in the political and social elites in politics, business, the media and science. But nothing is gained if the criticism of the establishment is halted.

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