Part 7/8:
Convergence and Divergence: Comparing the UK and the US
In closing, Ferguson draws comparisons between the political and social landscapes of the UK and the US. He notes that while the UK retains a sense of tradition and continuity in its politics, the US political discourse has a more "coarse" and "contact sport" quality, reminiscent of the 19th century observations of Charles Dickens.
However, Ferguson also identifies areas of convergence, such as the challenges posed by aging populations, the tensions around immigration, and the shared experience of grappling with the complexities of healthcare systems. He suggests that despite institutional differences, there is a growing sense of similarity in the lived experiences of Britons and Americans.