America’s political landscape has changed in recent years. Political parties may not hold as much power as they once did, or do they?

It may depend on the party. Today’s Republican Party is firmly in the hands of former President Donald Trump – even with the numerous criminal indictments he faces. The Democratic Party may be a little more traditional in a sense.

Also, is there anything to laugh about in today's politics and what is the role of political humor?

Dr. Alison Dagnes, a professor of political science, Chair of the Political Science Department at Shippensburg University and author of three books weighs in on The Spark today.

America’s political landscape has changed in recent years. Political parties may not hold as much power as they once did, or do they?
It may depend on the party. Today’s Republican Party is firmly in the hands of former President Donald Trump – even with the numerous criminal indictments he faces. The Democratic Party may be a little more traditional in a sense.
Also, is there anything to laugh about in today's politics and what is the role of political humor?
Dr. Alison Dagnes, a professor of political science, Chair of the Political Science Department at Shippensburg University and author of three books weighs in on The Spark today.

When people come together and talk about really interesting topics, great questions spark better understanding and opportunities for new ideas to form. On The Spark from WITF, hosts Scott LaMar and Aniya Faulcon start the conversations about what’s happening in the world and at home. Share your ideas at https://witf.org/programs/the-spark.

When people come together and talk about really interesting topics, great questions spark better understanding and opportunities for new ideas to form. On The Spark from <a href="https://www.witf.org">WITF</a>, hosts Scott LaMar and Aniya Faulcon start the conversations about what’s happening in the world and at home. Share your ideas at <a href="https://witf.org/programs/the-spark">https://witf.org/programs/the-spark</a>.

The Spark

When people come together and talk about really interesting topics, great questions spark better understanding and opportunities for new ideas to form. On The Spark from WITF, hosts Scott LaMar and Aniya Faulcon start the conversations about what’s happening in the world and at home. Share your ideas at <a href="https://witf.org/programs/the-spark">https://witf.org/programs/the-spark</a>.

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