For Americans, Partisanship Trumps Values
We get upset when politicians from the other party act in ways that defy our moral values. When someone from our own party does it, we're not always so concerned.
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How to Convince Christians to Take Action on Climate Change
New research finds that emphasizing a call to stewardship can be an effective tool.
Terrorist Attacks Knit Communities Together, According to New Research
In Twitter responses to a Paris terrorist attack, shared sadness gave way to expressions of solidarity.
Eating From a Shared Plate Encourages Cooperation
Perhaps the next round of North Korean negotiations should include a family style meal.
Pop Music Lyrics Are More Violent Than Those in Hip-Hop
New research finds that contemporary songs in both genres are the most likely to contain violent imagery.
The Myers-Briggs Test Was Created to Identify a Ruling Class and Keep Workers Productive and Compliant. So Why Is It Still So Popular?
In her most recent book, Merve Emre examines our obsession with ourselves.
Turns Out Liberals and Conservatives Mainly Follow the Same News Sources
New research finds substantial overlaps in where liberals and conservatives get their news.
Parenthood Is More Likely to Make You Happy If You’re a Man
A large new study finds that fathers are generally happier than childless men.
Witty Women Are Less Likely to Get Promoted Than Men
A new report finds that using humor in the workplace raises the status of male employees but has the opposite effect for women.
Tax Breaks Are a Politically Palatable Way to Reduce Inequality
New research finds that race-related resistance toward social spending is reduced when programs feature tax credits rather than handouts.