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Affective polarization and the social fabric

Democracy
Elections
Political Participation
Political Psychology
Identity
P026
Anna Petherick
University of Oxford
Lisa Janssen
Ghent University

Abstract

This panel explores the impact of affective polarization on the fabric of societal interactions and identity formation. The papers presented offer a diverse range of empirical studies that show how deeply embedded cognitive biases and emotional affiliations influence not only political attitudes and behaviors but also how individuals navigate their social environments and engage with the broader community.

Title Details
The apolitical side of affective polarization: Examining the role of perceived non-political differences and similarities among voters View Paper Details
Affective Polarization, Echo Chambers and Incidental Exposure View Paper Details
The Casual Effect of Motivated Reasoning on Interpersonal Persuasion View Paper Details
Reevaluating the Role of Politics in Social Interactions: A Conjoint Analysis Approach in the Czech Republic View Paper Details
Affective Polarisation and Non-Partisan Social Identities View Paper Details