Another observes the cultural segmentation phenomenon

The New York Times' David Brooks says All Cultures Are Not Equal, noting that globalization of technology has not brought about homogeneity but rather segmentation of cultures.

This is, of course, a double edged sword. While it suggests that Libertarians, for example, are likely to gain respect in a multifaceted society it also suggests that the LP, for one, may never benefit from a national groundswell.