To tackle misinformation, Twitter is launching a community of fact-checkers to analyse content posted by politicians and other influential people. In doing so, the company is looking to become a voice of reason at a time when many people are struggling to understand who or what to believe.

In an increasingly polarized political landscape, The Dispatch is looking to establish a new mold for conservative media coverage in the US – one that eschews hot takes and ‘us versus them’ narratives and instead places a strong emphasis on journalistic integrity and community involvement.

A study has found that language that indicates morality and threat actually contributes to political polarization. At a time when political rhetoric is often designed to stir up strong emotions, the findings highlight the role of carefully-chosen language when communicating across divides.

In the New American Dream Deep Dive, we explore how aspirations in the US are evolving and how citizens are redefining success as the country’s place on the world stage is challenged. How can brands strike the right tone when looking to reach the modern American consumer?