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We Need to Talk: Affective Polarization and Discussion

Network for Responsible Public Policy

In the talk, Professor Levendusky discusses the origins of affective polarization, the tendency of Democrats and Republicans to dislike and distrust one another. He will share strategies he has tested in his research for reducing this animosity, centered on discussion.

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