Over the past several years, I have increasingly come across warnings predicting the possibility of a future civil war in the United States. Considering that America remains one of the most successful and influential societies in history, the very existence of such concerns is deeply troubling.

The first warning signs appeared several years ago and, rather than fading, have steadily intensified.

Economically, despite being one of the world’s largest economies, the United States has become increasingly unaffordable for many young Americans. What previous generations often considered attainable, a quality education, accessible healthcare, and homeownership, has become significantly more difficult to achieve.

Socially, an ever-deepening divide between conservative and progressive worldviews has increasingly polarized families, communities, and institutions. Political disagreements have evolved into broader cultural conflicts, shaping local, state, and federal elections, legislation, and public discourse.

Public confidence in government has also declined, as many Americans have come to believe that certain programs have been politically weaponized and have become inefficient, wasteful, or vulnerable to abuse. At the same time, relaxed immigration policies and unprecedented levels of migration have led many citizens to perceive growing competition for housing, education, healthcare, and other public resources.........

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