In this powerful episode of Searching for Common Ground, Rabbi Mark Perman welcomes Senator Chris Van Hollen for an honest discussion on political polarization, media echo chambers, and the growing challenges of finding bipartisan solutions in Washington.

From the starkly different worlds portrayed by competing news networks to the fear-driven gridlock in Congress, Senator Van Hollen shares candid insights on:

• The shrinking space for cross-party collaboration

• The media's role in fueling division

• His firsthand experience advocating for human rights abroad

• What Americans can do to stand up for democracy and due process

This conversation reminds us that despite deep divides, there is still hope for dialogue, courage, and leadership rooted in principle over politics.

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