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    In this political climate, are Americans headed for a divorce?

    The polarization of America is so well established that, "The only real debate is over the nature of our cultural, political and religious conflict." Some commentators are calling it a "cold civil war." But David French says it's something different. He's a columnist for the conservative National Review .

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    By Warren Olney • Jun 15, 2017 • 1 min read

    The polarization of America is so well established that, "The only real debate is over the nature of our cultural, political and religious conflict." Some commentators are calling it a "cold civil war." But David French says it's something different. He's a columnist for the conservative National Review.

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Sáša Woodruff

      Producer, 'To the Point'

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      Katie Cooper

      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Evan George

      Director of Content, News

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      David French

      Opinion Columnist, The New York Times

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    The full episode

    3 of 3
    Gun violence strikes Congress
    1. 1:23Trump now a target in obstruction probe
    2. 8:00Gun violence strikes Congress: How will lawmakers respond?
    3. 40:55In this political climate, are Americans headed for a divorce?You’re reading this
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