In The Era of Trump, Does Shame Still Matter?

Yes, it has led to political corruption. But the death of shame may help Democrats avoid the timidity that has previously sunk their agenda.

Ted Cruz and Donald Trump at a 2016 debate. Source: Flickr

In the past three years, shame has gone from a significant aspect of American political life to yet another shattered norm. Shame used to be powerful enough to provoke resignations and firings throughout the political world. It was one of the…

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Eric Medlin

I’m a writer interested in the intersections of history, ideas, and politics. I publish every week. www.twitter.com/medlinwrites