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24 Apr 2026

Many neutral voters could weaken democracy

A study finds many American voters choose neutral answers about democracy. Researchers say this neutrality can let antidemocratic actions go unchecked and recommend persuading neutral voters before upcoming elections.

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20 Apr 2026

Do Emotions Explain the Winner–Loser Gap?

Researchers led by Shane P. Singh tested whether short-term emotions make election winners feel better about democracy. They used sports events and movie clips and found mood changes did not alter satisfaction with democracy.

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28 Mar 2026

Personal attacks in Congress win media attention, study finds

A study led by Marc Jacob at Notre Dame examines public statements from the 118th US Congress. It finds that personal attacks bring much more media coverage but not more votes, money, or legislative success.

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25 Nov 2025

Americans worry about US democracy

A new study by the SNF Agora Institute and Public Agenda, using a national survey of 4,500 Americans, earlier polls and focus groups, finds broad concern about US democracy and notable divides within the Republican Party.

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