American democracy is fragile after Trump. What about Canada’s?

Author Brennan Doherty
Elements of Trumpism have made their way north over the last four years and Canadian social impact organizations may have a part to play in improving democratic trust.

Why It Matters

American political divides led to the storming of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6 by thousands of violent Trump supporters. Misinformation on social media, racism, and a distrust of democracy all played a role. These factors drive political division in Canada, too, and have led to an increase in political polarization activity since 2016.

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