The story of modern America, especially for working-class Americans who did not go to college, is that of declining connections and friendships, which leads to isolation and misery.
The American Enterprise Institute's 2024 American Social Capital Survey reveals a stark divide: high school graduates engage less in public and community activities than their college-educated counterparts.
The numbers are bleak—while all Americans report fewer friends, the decline is steepest among high school graduates, indicating deepening social isolation.
Isolation not only harms individual well-being but also reverberates through our economy and culture, as the lack of connections contributes to worsening social conditions.
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