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Publications

More in Common took shape from work undertaken since 2016 to understand why so many societies were dividing around debates about their identity and belonging, and why people were being increasingly persuaded to see debates about immigration, refugees and diversity through the lens of ‘us-versus-them’. Since then, we have broadened our research agenda and incorporated several layers of social psychology research to provide a deeper analysis of the different factors contributing to polarization and social fracturing.

More in Common’s published studies of public attitudes in several European countries and the United States are already regarded as among the most insightful and actionable analyses of public opinion. Our team also published papers on polarization, social media and the psychology of political behavior.

Hidden Tribes: A Study of America’s Polarized Landscape

Hidden Tribes: A Study of America’s Polarized Landscape

October 2018
MiC Report
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This landmark study is based on a representative survey of 8,000 Americans in 2018, and finds that rather than being divided 50-50 between two opposing political groups, American society today consists of seven distinctive groups, most of whom are deeply concerned by the country’s growing polarization. The study finds an ‘Exhausted Majority’ that feel unrepresented and left out by the intensifying conflict and tribalism of the loudest voices in politics and media platforms. It also provides a way forward, highlighting a much greater degree of common ground among Americans than conventional wisdom would suggest.
Attitudes towards National Identity, Immigration and Refugees in Italy

Attitudes towards National Identity, Immigration and Refugees in Italy

July 2018
MiC Report

This report demonstrates that alongside deep frustrations with political elites, most Italians identify with Italy’s tradition of hospitality and reject extreme views about migrants and refugees. The report identifies seven distinct segments of opinion among Italians – including a clear division between the supporters of the country’s two populist parties, the former coalition partners, Five Star Movement and Lega.
Attitudes and Perceptions Towards Migrants Among French Catholics

Attitudes and Perceptions Towards Migrants Among French Catholics

June 2018
MiC Report

French Catholics make up 53% of the total French population. Their attitudes on refugees and immigration contrast in several important ways with that of the French population overall.
The Psychology of Authoritarian Populism: A Bird's Eye View

The Psychology of Authoritarian Populism: A Bird's Eye View

June 2018
MiC Report

The paper provides a bird’s-eye view of the most important insights from academic research on authoritarian populism and the appeal of polarizing ‘us versus them’ narratives. It provides some valuable perspectives on what is driving the forces of division in many societies across the world.
Attitudes Towards Refugees, Immigrants, and Identity in France

Attitudes Towards Refugees, Immigrants, and Identity in France

July 2017
MiC Report

Beyond refugee and immigration policies, a wider anxiety about the notion of ‘otherness’ persists in France, partially resulting from a widely shared perception that France has not integrated immigrants successfully.
Attitudes Towards National Identity, Immigration, and Refugees in Germany

Attitudes Towards National Identity, Immigration, and Refugees in Germany

July 2017
MiC Report

Germans remain among the most supportive populations of immigration in Europe. Yet, many Germans hold mixed views about the integration of refugees into German society, especially concerning those from Muslim backgrounds. How will German society appeal to its historical sense of responsibility towards people seeking protection from conflict?