Why Politics Feels Exhausting

After months away, we're back with a conversation that asks some uncomfortable questions: Is political division happening naturally, or is it being encouraged? Why does following the news leave so many people feeling stressed? Are politicians solving problems—or keeping them alive? We dive into lobbying, media incentives, tribalism, and the growing culture of victimhood versus personal responsibility to explore what's really driving today's political climate.Link to Brown University Studyhttps://www.browndailyherald.com/article/2026/03/engaging-with-politics-increases-feelings-of-emotional-volatility-brown-researchers-find