Outrage Overload: Rethinking politics, division, and media

58. The Truth Behind Political Division: Are We Really That Different? - James Coan


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How Correcting Misperceptions Can Heal Political Divides


Ever wonder why political conversations feel more heated than ever? It might not be about the issues themselves but how we perceive the other side. In this episode of Outrage Overload, we explore the "perception gap"—the distorted views we hold about political opponents—and how correcting these misperceptions can reduce toxic polarization.

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