Slovak Sociologist Says Political Polarization Can Drive Positive Social Change

Slovak sociologist Dominik Želinský has argued that political polarization is not inherently harmful and can serve as a catalyst for social progress. Želinský contends that while social cohesion remains important, the ability to engage in political disagreement and debate is equally valuable for society. According to the academic, historical progress has often emerged from social struggles and conflicts rather than consensus, suggesting that polarized debates can ultimately drive positive change.