Our American Story: The Search for a Shared National Narrative

The US has become divided into two tribes, each fighting to advance their own side and defeat the other, with seven in ten Republicans and Democrats fearing that the US is losing its national identity. Our American Story: The Search for a Shared National Narrative offers a framework for a new national narrative that includes essays from leading thinkers.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 224 pages
\n Publication date: 01 June 2019
\n Publisher: Potomac Books Inc
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Over the past few decades, the enduring and complex divisions in America have evolved into something more profound and concerning. The country has split into two distinct groups, each with its own political power and driven by a desire to advance its own interests and undermine the other. This opposition has overshadowed their love for their country, causing both sides to scan current events in search of opportunities to promote their tribes' aims and narratives rather than the nation's.

Recent survey data indicates a growing sense of disunity among Americans, with both political parties experiencing a loss of a broadly shared consensus on American identity. A significant portion of Republicans and Democrats, around seven in ten, express fears that the United States is losing its national identity. This loss of a common narrative that unites us around a shared multi-generational project and provides a sense of meaning and purpose to our history is a concerning trend.

In Our American Story: The Search for a Shared National Narrative, edited by Joshua Claybourn, a collection of essays by leading thinkers from various fields offer a framework for understanding the American story. Each contributor brings their unique perspective, drawing from their backgrounds as lawyers, historians, and public officials. The book seeks to feature provocative essays that challenge the status quo and explore the arduous task of weaving a new national narrative that encompasses all Americans.

The essays in Our American Story aim to provide a comprehensive and inclusive perspective on our nation's history, highlighting the diversity and complexity of our experiences. They seek to challenge the dominant narratives that often focus on power conflicts between oppressor and oppressed, and instead promote a narrative that recognizes the shared values and aspirations of all Americans. By promoting a sense of common identity and purpose, the book aims to strengthen the bonds between our diverse communities and create a more unified and resilient nation.

The loss of a shared national narrative has profound consequences for our society. It can lead to division, polarization, and a lack of trust among individuals and communities. By promoting a new national narrative that encompasses all Americans, we can work towards bridging the gaps and building a more inclusive and prosperous society.

In conclusion, the divisions in America have evolved into something more profound and concerning. The loss of a shared national narrative has contributed to a sense of disunity and a loss of identity among Americans. Our American Story: The Search for a Shared National Narrative offers a framework for understanding the American story and promoting a new national narrative that encompasses all Americans. By promoting a sense of common identity and purpose, we can work towards bridging the gaps and building a more unified and resilient nation.

\n Weight: 504g\n
Dimension: 162 x 236 x 25 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781640121706\n \n