Changing How We View and Use Social Media is Key in Fighting Polarization | Bush Center

Changing how we use social media, including how we analyze and assess media messages, can close the gaps in our divided country.

There is no denying that America has become increasingly polarized over the last four decades. Blame is loosely placed on everything from divisive leaders to strong associations of identity with a political party. Social media platforms are especially noted for driving the separation between political parties. Still, change is possible. Understanding how these platfor

Alessandra Antenucci and Nicole Marie Arias Baez Say “I Do” in Intimate Palm Springs Elopement

Alessandra had three weeks for Nicole to fall in love with her. That was how long Nicole had left in New York City before she was to move back to the Dominican Republic. During those weeks, they made sure to do all the quintessential New York things like eating the best New York pizza and visiting the Empire State Building. “We had a lot of momentum in the beginning of our relationship to get to know each other really well,” Alessandra recalls. Not long after Nicole left for home, Alessandra mov

Aggies Paige Stephens and Jess Terrell Tie the Knot on Family Land

Who would have guessed that you could find the love of your life at a tailgate? For Paige Stephens and Jess Terrell, it made perfect sense. The pair met through mutual friends in Auburn, Alabama, while visiting for a football game against Texas A&M, their alma mater.

Two and a half years after bonding over their love for the Aggies, Jess popped the question. He brought Paige to the Dallas Arboretum’s 12 Days of Christmas for a private engagement. For Paige, the proposal was a complete surprise.

Interview with Mitch Daniels: Universities Can – and Should – Strengthen the Common Good

A former two-term Governor of Indiana and Director of the Office of Management and Budget under President George W. Bush, Daniels participated in the George W. Bush Institute’s Forum on Leadership in April. He spoke then with Catalyst Editor William McKenzie and Catalyst Editorial Assistant Peyton Webb about how universities can create a greater common good. Below is their conversation, which has been edited for length and clarity.