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Quoting both sides leads people to think there's controversy, even when they're told there's consensus.
When direct questions don't get straight answers, pollsters' best strategy may seem a little bit random.
New research finds people primed to think in terms of action are more certain of their opinions and less likely to seek out dissenting views.
New research finds we trust experts who agree with our own opinions, suggesting that subjective feelings override scientific information.
New research suggests viewing the television drama ‘Lie to Me’ increases suspicion of others, but lessens one’s ability to detect lies.
Why do bloggers blog? It sounds like a trick question, but a study of top political bloggers finds their motivations evolve over time.
Liberals and conservatives conceive of morality in decidedly different ways. Jonathan Haidt has mapped out their competing ethical universes in hopes they can learn to peacefully coexist.