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E. J. Dionne on Liberty and Community

Has the balance in American politics shifted too far in favor of individualism?

Aired 07/05/2012 | Rating NR

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E. J. Dionne on Liberty and Community

Clip: 7/5/2012 | 6m 29s

Has the balance in American politics shifted too far in favor of individualism?

In his new book "Our Divided Political Heart," Dionne argues that since the beginning of the nation, Americans have tried to balance an impulse toward individualism and an impulse toward community.  He says in today’s politics, the balance has shifted too far in favor of individualism, and the result has been division and gridlock.

Aired 07/05/2012 | Rating NR

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