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The Upswing

How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again

Book • 2020

Shaylyn Romney Garrett

In 'The Upswing', Robert Putnam and Shaylyn Romney Garrett provide a comprehensive overview of more than a century of American history.

They identify a significant shift from an 'I' society to a 'We' society during the early 20th century, particularly peaking in the 1960s, and then a reversal back to individualism.

The book uses statistical analysis and storytelling to illustrate this 'I-We-I' curve, showing how trends in politics, economics, society, and culture have repeated over time.

The authors argue that understanding this historical pattern can inspire a new generation to work towards rebuilding a more communitarian society.

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Laurie Santos

as a book about creating the right structures to change social connection and community.

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Robert Putnam

when discussing long-term trends in social capital, political polarization, and inequality.

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, describing a book co-written by Robert Putnam that focuses on the level of inequality in the US.

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as a book exploring the resurgence of social connection in America.

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as a book exploring long-term trends in American social connections.

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Mentioned by Robert Putnam as a book discussing solutions to social isolation in America.

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to illustrate a historical parallel to current social divisions.

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Laurie Santos

as a book offering hope for rebuilding social capital.

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J. David Stein

while discussing community, reading the book for a book club and using it to explore themes of individualism versus community.

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