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Finally, Thompson touches upon the political ramifications of increased isolation. Given the success of confrontation-style politics, as exemplified by figures like former President Donald Trump, Democrats face a challenge in discerning whether to adapt their messaging accordingly or cultivate a genuinely empathetic approach. This inquiry raises questions about the nature of political engagement in a world where loneliness persists and where the conceptualization of political identity is increasingly diminished to online outrage.