The death of decorum: Why politicians and public figures must watch their mouths
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American politics is declining in the language of decency, with the spread of rhetoric among politicians and public figures, reflecting rising polarization and the replacement of passion and review by rational dialogue at the expense of sobriety and responsibility.
The death of decorum: Why politicians and public figures must watch their mouths
Today, it seems, politicians have no qualms about cutting loose in public, apparently — and falsely — believing their potty mouths make them appear relatable, authentic or passionate. It mostly demonstrates, however, that they can’t control their mouths and have little regard for poisoning the public square.
Imagine if Sweden's party leaders had to put suovas in their mouths instead of throwing lines at each other. NSD's Anna Kuru wonders whether a dinner in the north would do more for the conversational climate than another televised debate.
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