A Text To My Cousin

Hello “cousin.” This is your cousin “me”. I know your a smart guy, and I would like to ask a question. I am intrigued with what is going on with people in America today. I am interested about learning the relationship between media, education, and region; specifically how all of these relate to what I consider as a form of “social engineering.” I know this is broad, or vague, but I am not very well educated. [about research, or “traditionally.”] My question is, what do I need to learn? Can you suggest a subject, or book? Thanks for your time man. I hope you are well. Love!