Social Capital: Why We Need It and How We Can Create More of...

Social Capital: Why We Need It and How We Can Create More of It

The document explores the concept of social capital, its importance, decline in the U.S., impact on society, proposed solutions, focusing on national service, charitable giving, and local initiatives.

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According to Putnam, the more we prioritize our private bubbles over public life, the more we disconnect from our local surroundings. This has weakened American democracy. Fewer people are engaged in politics, and those who do are often at the political poles. With less social capital, our neighborhoods are connected by fewer informal, reciprocal... See more

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