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Voters feel less polarized post-Trump win, can Democratic Party follow suit?
Nov 22, 2024
Recent polling reveals a surprising drop in political polarization since Trump's election, with a newfound desire for bipartisan cooperation. The conversation shifts to Trump's ambitious foreign policy promises and the implications for global relationships, while internal conflicts within the Democratic Party arise over balancing LGBTQ+ issues and economic concerns. The need for accountability and a shift in political discourse highlights a crucial moment for both parties as they navigate a transforming political landscape amidst persistent tensions.
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- Voters perceive decreased polarization post-Trump's win, with expectations for further decline in bipartisan efforts despite differing party dynamics.
- There is a growing frustration with political dialogues being stifled by language policing, emphasizing the need for effective communication over ideological purity.
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Recent Election Polling Trends
After recent elections, Americans perceived a slight decrease in political polarization, with a battleground civility poll indicating an average score of 66.5 on a scale where 100 signifies extreme division. This score is the lowest recorded since polling began in 2019, suggesting that people feel somewhat more settled compared to the previous three-quarters of the way to civil war feeling prevalent in past years. Interestingly, as people look to the future, they anticipate a further decline in polarization, predicting the average score to drop to around 61. This shift in sentiment may stem from voters feeling a sense of closure after the election, contrasting sharply with the heightened tensions observed post-2016 and 2020 elections, which were marked by significant protests and unrest.
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