Social life is indeed complex and fluid. I think we both agree on that. My question was defenetly not theoretical. In fact, I don't really like theoretical discussions (not that i don't enjoy them every once in a while, with a respectable oponent such as yourself). However, most of the time I try to focus on the here and now and on the current limitations we face as citizens of modern-west. It's not as fun, but it helps me keeping my optimism and naive faith in society.
what does the effect of this identification on our political life refers to? do you mean that identities politics (a political party like Shas) should be limited and even banned, or that identities (national, religious etc.) should not take a part in politics?