The Dangerous Divide in American Society

The war against Iran, started by the Trump administration, has led to a polarization of American society, a rise in anti-Israeli sentiment, a weakening of the Republicans’ standing, and a rebirth of Democratic influence — especially leftist forces.

The defeat that Republicans inflicted on the Democratic Party in the 2024 elections sowed significant confusion within Democratic ranks. The lack of a popular leader weakened the overall influence of Trump’s opponents. Furthermore, the US president constantly blamed the Biden administration for all of America’s troubles, tirelessly promoting the argument that the decline of the United States, particularly internationally, is linked to the misguided policies of the Democratic administration.

However, gradually, especially against the backdrop of Trump’s failures in the field of immigration, his inability to consistently advance his foreign policy initiatives — particularly concerning Canada and Greenland — and, most importantly, his failure to reduce inflation and improve the lives of ordinary Americans, the Democrats have regained their composure and begun to sharply criticize Republican moves across all spheres.

The Trump era: war, isolation, and polarization

The current administration’s policies have come under heavy criticism since February 28, 2026, i.e., the start of the US-Israeli aggression against Iran. Recently, mass demonstrations took place across America under the slogans “No Kings” and “No Wars,” with more than 9 million citizens participating.

The war against Iran has further polarized American society. The country’s major media outlets, loyal to the Democratic Party,........

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