The post is my initial contribution to the discussion in "Engagement in a Time of Polarization" pop-up MOOC.  Admittedly, I'm a little late to the party, but we're starting Topic 2 on Understanding Polarization.  The key provocations to start discussions are Chris Gilliard's excellent (as always) post on Power, Polarization, and Tech.  The other thought … Continue reading Is Polarization Really a Recent, Digital Phenomenon?