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• The Israel-Palestine conflict, which has similarly resulted in a tragic loss of life.

• The looming threat of conflict in the South China Sea, particularly between China and Taiwan.

Economically, these wars have resulted in billions of taxpayer dollars being funneled into foreign conflicts rather than domestic improvements.

Political Polarization: A Barrier to Solutions

The division between political parties has reached unprecedented levels, which Green illustrated through a comparison of graphs from 1994 and 2017, showcasing an increasing divide between Republicans and Democrats. The current political climate suggests even greater polarization today, particularly following the last election cycle.