Mending America: Overcoming Our Political and Cultural Divides

IDEAS IN ACTION | USC's Podcast Series by University of Southern California

Feb 26, 202454:11Education

In light of the growing divisions among Americans, this panel will address the intersection of culture and politics in society, how we can better understand divisiveness, and find common ground. Geoffrey Cowan is an awar...

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