The Upswing, by Robert D. Putnam with Shaylyn Romney Garrett

Matthew Flinders finds the solutions offered in an ambitious analysis of American discontent less than impressive

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April 15, 2021

Last updated

April 17, 2021

Matthew Flinders

Twitter: @PoliticalSpike

A private contractor replaces a traffic signpost with a newer version in New York City, illustrating change of direction in America

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