BETHLEHEM, Pa. – Lehigh University political scientist Chris Borick says music does a lot more than entertain – it helps Americans define who they are, what they believe and how they see the country.
That was the focus of this week’s episode of Lehigh Valley Political Pulse, where Borick joined host Tom Shortell for a conversation about the intersection of music, politics and national identity ahead of Musikfest.
Borick said people often gravitate toward artists and genres that reinforce their values and provide a sense of community, helping explain why certain musical styles become associated with political viewpoints.
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