Backyard Politics: A Psychological Understanding of Today's Political and Social Divide

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Craig Wiener

Backyard Politics

A Psychological Understanding of Today's Political and Social Divide

Craig Wiener

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Torchflame Books
26 November 2024

Social & political philosophy; Philosophy & theory of education; Liberalism & centre democratic ideologies; Conservatism & right-of-centre democratic ideologies

A fresh understanding of today's political divide.

Dr. Craig Wiener, a clinical psychologist for over forty years, approaches the current political divide from a desire to understand the differences between opposing political ideologies, and to create space for multiple points of view in highly charged political discussions.

Utilizing an innovative way to conceptualize the two main viewpoints driving American politics, Dr. Wiener discusses how the people holding these perspectives may view, respond to, and interact with highly contentious political issues such as poverty, racism, the patriarchy, and family life. In assessing these issues, he proposes solutions for managing the interpersonal conflicts that occur within our tense political atmosphere.

Backyard Politics is a must-read analysis of today's political landscape and a proposed way to overcome our intense differences.

Praise for Backyard Politics:

""A formula of new approaches to dialogues that hopefully will help heal and change a divided America."" - Midwest Book Review

""Backyard Politics is not a light read, but it's a rewarding one. Wiener's analytical style demands engagement, making it ideal for readers who enjoy political philosophy or are eager to understand the ideological divides shaping today's world."" - Literary Titan Book Reviews

""A compelling examination of how deeply entrenched ideologies affect public discourse and policy."" - Literary Global Book Awards

By: Craig Wiener
Imprint: Torchflame Books
Edition: 2nd ed.
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 463g
ISBN: 9781611535976
ISBN 10: 1611535972
Pages: 316
Publication Date: 26 November 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr. Craig B. Wiener is a licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Worcester, Massachusetts with over forty years of private practice. He obtained his doctoral degree from Clark University in 1979. For over two decades, he was the Clinical Director of Mental Health Services at a primary care community health center, and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Backyard Politics is a culmination of his clinical experience, which has helped him gain insight into the ways in which people resolve their difficulties.

Reviews for Backyard Politics: A Psychological Understanding of Today's Political and Social Divide

""A formula of new approaches to dialogues that hopefully will help heal and change a divided America."" - Midwest Book Review ""Backyard Politics is not a light read, but it's a rewarding one. Wiener's analytical style demands engagement, making it ideal for readers who enjoy political philosophy or are eager to understand the ideological divides shaping today's world."" - Literary Titan Book Reviews ""Backyard Politics is a call to empathy and understanding. It challenges readers to examine their assumptions critically, engage with opposing viewpoints, and seek common ground in pursuing a more harmonious society. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the interplay between ideology, personal experience, and collective progress. It will leave a lasting impression on those who approach it open-mindedly. I highly recommend it."" - Carol Thompson, Readers Favorite ""A compelling examination of how deeply entrenched ideologies affect public discourse and policy."" - Literary Global Book Awards