More in Common US
@moreincommonus.bsky.social
We seek to understand the forces driving us apart, find common ground, and help bring Americans together to tackle our shared challenges.
Immediately after the 2024 election, More in Common surveyed 5,000 Americans and found:
👉 Heavy social media users are nearly 4x more likely to justify political violence than light users.
👉 Heavy social media users are nearly 4x more likely to justify political violence than light users.
September 12, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Immediately after the 2024 election, More in Common surveyed 5,000 Americans and found:
👉 Heavy social media users are nearly 4x more likely to justify political violence than light users.
👉 Heavy social media users are nearly 4x more likely to justify political violence than light users.
[NEW REPORT] Today's reason for hope – 82% of Americans think that we should work together to solve the problem of climate change, regardless of its causes.
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May 9, 2025 at 1:49 PM
[NEW REPORT] Today's reason for hope – 82% of Americans think that we should work together to solve the problem of climate change, regardless of its causes.
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What does it look like when our democracy doesn't deliver on its promises to our youngest citizens?
Results like these: only 42% of Gen Z Americans say democracy is "definitely the best form" of government for America, followed by 34% who "don't know."
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Results like these: only 42% of Gen Z Americans say democracy is "definitely the best form" of government for America, followed by 34% who "don't know."
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May 6, 2025 at 4:59 PM
What does it look like when our democracy doesn't deliver on its promises to our youngest citizens?
Results like these: only 42% of Gen Z Americans say democracy is "definitely the best form" of government for America, followed by 34% who "don't know."
moreincommonus.com/publication/...
Results like these: only 42% of Gen Z Americans say democracy is "definitely the best form" of government for America, followed by 34% who "don't know."
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Are Gen Z Americans giving up on democracy?
Upon first glance, the numbers look grim: only 42% of Gen Z Americans say democracy is the "best form" of government for the United States. And 25% say they "don't care" about the Constitution. (1/4)
Upon first glance, the numbers look grim: only 42% of Gen Z Americans say democracy is the "best form" of government for the United States. And 25% say they "don't care" about the Constitution. (1/4)
May 5, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Are Gen Z Americans giving up on democracy?
Upon first glance, the numbers look grim: only 42% of Gen Z Americans say democracy is the "best form" of government for the United States. And 25% say they "don't care" about the Constitution. (1/4)
Upon first glance, the numbers look grim: only 42% of Gen Z Americans say democracy is the "best form" of government for the United States. And 25% say they "don't care" about the Constitution. (1/4)
[NEW REPORT] Nearly half of Gen Z is OK with leaders setting aside democratic principles to fix the economy.
Our interviews with Gen Z reveal that these shocking stats are less evidence of a pro-authoritarian streak than a disillusionment with our democracy.
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Our interviews with Gen Z reveal that these shocking stats are less evidence of a pro-authoritarian streak than a disillusionment with our democracy.
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May 5, 2025 at 1:37 PM
[NEW REPORT] Nearly half of Gen Z is OK with leaders setting aside democratic principles to fix the economy.
Our interviews with Gen Z reveal that these shocking stats are less evidence of a pro-authoritarian streak than a disillusionment with our democracy.
moreincommonus.com/publication/...
Our interviews with Gen Z reveal that these shocking stats are less evidence of a pro-authoritarian streak than a disillusionment with our democracy.
moreincommonus.com/publication/...
Surprised by these findings? Our perception gap research finds that Americans often have a distorted understanding of each other's viewpoints.
Scroll through to see more from our forthcoming poll: (3/3)
Scroll through to see more from our forthcoming poll: (3/3)
April 22, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Surprised by these findings? Our perception gap research finds that Americans often have a distorted understanding of each other's viewpoints.
Scroll through to see more from our forthcoming poll: (3/3)
Scroll through to see more from our forthcoming poll: (3/3)
What are Americans saying about #tariffs? Over the weekend, we conducted a survey with our 200 person panel. Here, in their own words, is what Americans think.
For our large-scale survey, read here: moreincommonus.com/publication/...
For our large-scale survey, read here: moreincommonus.com/publication/...
April 8, 2025 at 7:31 PM
What are Americans saying about #tariffs? Over the weekend, we conducted a survey with our 200 person panel. Here, in their own words, is what Americans think.
For our large-scale survey, read here: moreincommonus.com/publication/...
For our large-scale survey, read here: moreincommonus.com/publication/...
[NEW REPORT] In a time of deep division, @moreincommonus.bsky.social's new research offers hope:
💡70% of Americans feel a responsibility to connect across difference
💡66% believe they can learn a lot from interacting with people who are different from them
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💡70% of Americans feel a responsibility to connect across difference
💡66% believe they can learn a lot from interacting with people who are different from them
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March 18, 2025 at 2:54 PM
[NEW REPORT] In a time of deep division, @moreincommonus.bsky.social's new research offers hope:
💡70% of Americans feel a responsibility to connect across difference
💡66% believe they can learn a lot from interacting with people who are different from them
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💡70% of Americans feel a responsibility to connect across difference
💡66% believe they can learn a lot from interacting with people who are different from them
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Read the report for recommendations on how to address these barriers and foster a culture of connection. 📖 Read the findings: moreincommonus.com/publication/... (3/3)
March 18, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Read the report for recommendations on how to address these barriers and foster a culture of connection. 📖 Read the findings: moreincommonus.com/publication/... (3/3)
But when it comes to connecting across political differences, Americans are more apprehensive. They are more likely to say its not important, think it will be uncomfortable, worry that the other side doesn’t want to connect, or are simply too exhausted. moreincommonus.com/publication/... (2/3)
March 18, 2025 at 2:48 PM
But when it comes to connecting across political differences, Americans are more apprehensive. They are more likely to say its not important, think it will be uncomfortable, worry that the other side doesn’t want to connect, or are simply too exhausted. moreincommonus.com/publication/... (2/3)
[NEW REPORT] A new @moreincommonus.bsky.social
report finds that while 70% of Americans feel a responsibility to connect with people who have different backgrounds and beliefs, a lack of opportunity stands in their way. moreincommonus.com/publication/... (1/3)
report finds that while 70% of Americans feel a responsibility to connect with people who have different backgrounds and beliefs, a lack of opportunity stands in their way. moreincommonus.com/publication/... (1/3)
March 18, 2025 at 2:48 PM
[NEW REPORT] A new @moreincommonus.bsky.social
report finds that while 70% of Americans feel a responsibility to connect with people who have different backgrounds and beliefs, a lack of opportunity stands in their way. moreincommonus.com/publication/... (1/3)
report finds that while 70% of Americans feel a responsibility to connect with people who have different backgrounds and beliefs, a lack of opportunity stands in their way. moreincommonus.com/publication/... (1/3)
With a potential ceasefire in #Ukraine on the table, how are Americans feeling about the conflict?
Our new data shows that Americans are 20 times more likely to sympathize with Ukraine than Russia.
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Our new data shows that Americans are 20 times more likely to sympathize with Ukraine than Russia.
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March 13, 2025 at 4:11 PM
With a potential ceasefire in #Ukraine on the table, how are Americans feeling about the conflict?
Our new data shows that Americans are 20 times more likely to sympathize with Ukraine than Russia.
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Our new data shows that Americans are 20 times more likely to sympathize with Ukraine than Russia.
moreincommonus.com/publication/...
We are pleased to announce the start of the Beacon Project today!
Read about it here:
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Read about it here:
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March 4, 2025 at 4:33 PM
We are pleased to announce the start of the Beacon Project today!
Read about it here:
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Read about it here:
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Thanks to the Society for Personality and Social Psychology for having our researchers at their conference last week! We were honored to present Faith and Belonging. @fuhred.bsky.social
February 27, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Thanks to the Society for Personality and Social Psychology for having our researchers at their conference last week! We were honored to present Faith and Belonging. @fuhred.bsky.social
Americans are united: send wildfire aid.
Hear from senior researcher Ashley Fabrizio in today's Substack:
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Hear from senior researcher Ashley Fabrizio in today's Substack:
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February 24, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Americans are united: send wildfire aid.
Hear from senior researcher Ashley Fabrizio in today's Substack:
moreincommon.substack.com/p/americans-...
Hear from senior researcher Ashley Fabrizio in today's Substack:
moreincommon.substack.com/p/americans-...
Most Americans like to laugh, and they prefer compassion to cruelty.
What does that mean for the 'vibes shift' that we find ourselves in?
Executive Director @jason_mangone writes: moreincommon.substack.com/p/jays-notes...
What does that mean for the 'vibes shift' that we find ourselves in?
Executive Director @jason_mangone writes: moreincommon.substack.com/p/jays-notes...
February 14, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Most Americans like to laugh, and they prefer compassion to cruelty.
What does that mean for the 'vibes shift' that we find ourselves in?
Executive Director @jason_mangone writes: moreincommon.substack.com/p/jays-notes...
What does that mean for the 'vibes shift' that we find ourselves in?
Executive Director @jason_mangone writes: moreincommon.substack.com/p/jays-notes...
Be sure to read One America Movement's thoughtful newsletter today, discussing our research on collateral contempt.
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February 13, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Be sure to read One America Movement's thoughtful newsletter today, discussing our research on collateral contempt.
oneamericamovement.substack.com/p/coke-vs-so...
oneamericamovement.substack.com/p/coke-vs-so...
They say America is hopelessly divided. What if they're wrong?
Check out our perception gap research in @Philanthropy's video: youtu.be/bORatMz7ukg?...
Check out our perception gap research in @Philanthropy's video: youtu.be/bORatMz7ukg?...
February 13, 2025 at 3:07 PM
They say America is hopelessly divided. What if they're wrong?
Check out our perception gap research in @Philanthropy's video: youtu.be/bORatMz7ukg?...
Check out our perception gap research in @Philanthropy's video: youtu.be/bORatMz7ukg?...
After Trump's newly-declared Gulf Of America Day, we wanted to know: what do Americans think about his Canada comments?
We found that 25% of Americans think Trump is 'mostly' or 'completely' serious about making Canada a part of the United States. (1/3)
We found that 25% of Americans think Trump is 'mostly' or 'completely' serious about making Canada a part of the United States. (1/3)
February 11, 2025 at 2:44 PM
After Trump's newly-declared Gulf Of America Day, we wanted to know: what do Americans think about his Canada comments?
We found that 25% of Americans think Trump is 'mostly' or 'completely' serious about making Canada a part of the United States. (1/3)
We found that 25% of Americans think Trump is 'mostly' or 'completely' serious about making Canada a part of the United States. (1/3)
From shutting down USAID to proposing tariffs on US allies, Trump has brought change to Washington. How do Americans feel about that?
We found that only 35% of Americans want Trump to "shake things up" – but 62% of Republicans wanted so.
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We found that only 35% of Americans want Trump to "shake things up" – but 62% of Republicans wanted so.
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February 11, 2025 at 2:43 PM
From shutting down USAID to proposing tariffs on US allies, Trump has brought change to Washington. How do Americans feel about that?
We found that only 35% of Americans want Trump to "shake things up" – but 62% of Republicans wanted so.
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We found that only 35% of Americans want Trump to "shake things up" – but 62% of Republicans wanted so.
moreincommonus.com/publication/...
More in Common's Stephen Hawkins sits down with Will Kaback at @tanglenews.bsky.social to discuss our post-election polling. Listen to the free preview here (26 min): pod.link/1538788132/e...
February 7, 2025 at 7:31 PM
More in Common's Stephen Hawkins sits down with Will Kaback at @tanglenews.bsky.social to discuss our post-election polling. Listen to the free preview here (26 min): pod.link/1538788132/e...
Did you know that people who read more news tend to have bigger misperceptions about their fellow Americans? At More in Common, we aim to fix these 'perception gaps.' To learn what Americans actually think, subscribe to our Substack.
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February 7, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Did you know that people who read more news tend to have bigger misperceptions about their fellow Americans? At More in Common, we aim to fix these 'perception gaps.' To learn what Americans actually think, subscribe to our Substack.
substack.com/@usmoreincom...
substack.com/@usmoreincom...
On Friday, USAID employees will be placed on leave as Trump works to dismantle the agency.
Debates over constitutionality are in full force, but one group of Americans – more than any other – seems like they’ll have Trump’s back: Gen Z men.
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Debates over constitutionality are in full force, but one group of Americans – more than any other – seems like they’ll have Trump’s back: Gen Z men.
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February 6, 2025 at 3:16 PM
On Friday, USAID employees will be placed on leave as Trump works to dismantle the agency.
Debates over constitutionality are in full force, but one group of Americans – more than any other – seems like they’ll have Trump’s back: Gen Z men.
moreincommonus.com/publication/...
Debates over constitutionality are in full force, but one group of Americans – more than any other – seems like they’ll have Trump’s back: Gen Z men.
moreincommonus.com/publication/...
More from our new poll in @WakeUp2Politics: www.wakeuptopolitics.com/p/foreign-ai...
February 5, 2025 at 6:52 PM
More from our new poll in @WakeUp2Politics: www.wakeuptopolitics.com/p/foreign-ai...
A legal battle is simmering over President Trump's order to freeze federal grants, and the order's constitutionality is being debated nationwide.
Our new poll finds that regardless of party, Americans want Trump to honor constitutional constraints.
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Our new poll finds that regardless of party, Americans want Trump to honor constitutional constraints.
moreincommonus.com/publication/...
January 29, 2025 at 5:25 PM
A legal battle is simmering over President Trump's order to freeze federal grants, and the order's constitutionality is being debated nationwide.
Our new poll finds that regardless of party, Americans want Trump to honor constitutional constraints.
moreincommonus.com/publication/...
Our new poll finds that regardless of party, Americans want Trump to honor constitutional constraints.
moreincommonus.com/publication/...