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Is America really that polarized? The answer might be a surprise

Is America really that polarized? The answer might be a surprise
NPR News Monday 02 November 2026, 20:00 UTC By Frank Langfitt 1 min read
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The U.S. has become more politically polarized, but research shows people overestimate their differences and there is 'messy middle' majority of Americans who share overlapping political views.(Image credit: Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

The U.S. has become more politically polarized, but research shows people overestimate their differences and there is 'messy middle' majority of Americans who share overlapping political views.

(Image credit: Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

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