WithDonald Trump in the White House, political divisiveness has reached new heights. Yet virtually everyone in Washington still agrees about at least one thing: The United States is beset by grave threats. Americans are constantly bombarded with exaggerated claims about the threat from terrorism and immigration, a nuclear North Korea, the
Despite Climate Of Fear, America Is Not Beset By Grave Threats
In spite of the little there truly is to fear, politicians love to exaggerate threats because it makes them look tough and strong and the media love to emphasize looming dangers because it boosts viewership.