The Industrial Revolution (1 ene 1760 año – 1 ene 1840 año)

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The Industrial Revolution had a profound impact on political polarization in American society and politics. There was polarization between lawmakers and citizens alike driven by substantial economic inequality. At this time, wealth was concentrated in the hands of a few elite individuals. The divide between the rich and the poor was a large driver of polarization, as different economic classes had different ideologies, needs, and outlooks. The deep divide between the rich and the poor drove a wedge between the working class and business owners, which sparked many labor-related disputes in addition to the formation of labor unions. Moreover, the regional divide between the more urban North and the more rural South created further division in economic, social, and cultural matters. Lawmakers, subject to the regional division, perpetuated the differences through policy. These factors contribute to the contribution of the Industrial Revolution to political polarization in America.

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