Balance Theorem and the political polarization in the US
Few Trump or Biden supporters have close friends who back the opposing candidate In this article, the author focuses on political polarization in the USA. Supporters of Donald Trump and Joe Biden are divided not just in their views of the two presidential candidates and in their broader political beliefs and values. They are also […]
Thrifting, Emma Chamberlain, and Networks
Today’s fashion industry has been overtaken by the rise of consumerist “fast fashion” brands, which cycle through trends by season and, combined with social media, have transformed the industry. However, for the younger generations, ethical consumption and buying from sustainable brands which take responsibility for environmental and social issues is a priority, leading to the […]
Game Theory and The Pandemic
Link: https://indiacurrents.com/game-theory-explains-the-pandemic/ Scholars and journalists usually employ graph theory to analyze the pandemic as nodes and edges perfectly simulate people and the spread of the virus. The relationships (edges) between people determine who gets infected. However, people should not ignore the interconnectedness at the level of behavior, since whether we choose to physically contact […]