People tend to exaggerate the immorality of their political opponents, suggest 8 studies in the US. This tendency to exaggerate the immorality of political opponents was observed not only in discussions of hot political topics but also regarding fundamental moral values.
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People tend to exaggerate the immorality of their political opponents
People overestimate their political opponents' acceptance of basic moral wrongs, fueling partisan divides. Correcting this misperception reduces hostility and encourages more willingness to engage across political lines.
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