Neuropolitics is the application of neuroscience to understand and potentially influence political behavior by studying how brain activity correlates with political decisions and opinions.
Donald Trump's endorsement typically decreases support for Republican candidates in general elections, significantly deterring Democratic voters and having a minimal positive impact on Republicans.
A recent study in Acta Psychologica reveals that political identity centrality increases the likelihood of engaging in cancel culture, mediated by social vigilantism and virtue signaling.
A study across six countries found that right-leaning individuals view the past more positively, often due to nostalgia for tradition, while left-leaning individuals are more optimistic about the future but share similar views of the present with their right-leaning counterparts.
New research finds a link between firearm ownership, particularly among recent buyers and those who frequently carry weapons, and an increased inclination to support political violence.
Researchers have shed light on the perceived appropriateness of climate protest tactics and targets. Nonviolent actions like boycotts and marches, aimed at direct contributors to climate change, are favored, while aggression or targeting less responsible parties, like museums, are disapproved...
Contrary to popular belief, most American political debates occur in person, focusing on everyday issues rather than online conflicts with strangers, revealing a significant misperception linked to feelings of national hopelessness.
Recent research has found that both IQ and genetic markers can predict political leanings towards liberalism and lower authoritarianism, suggesting our political views may be partly wired in our DNA.
Uncertainty about immigration amplifies nationalist attitudes among Portuguese citizens, predominantly driven by economic rather than cultural concerns. This perception of threat strengthens support for anti-immigration policies.
A recent study found that increased parasocial interactions with Donald Trump, where viewers form one-sided relationships with him as a media persona, correlate with more negative attitudes towards the former president.
A recent study found right-wing authoritarianism and social dominance orientation have significant genetic underpinnings. The findings highlight the genetic influence on ideological attitudes.
Individuals, regardless of moderate political beliefs, judge opponents as less moral, even when treated fairly or kindly, underscoring deep political polarization in the United States.
New research finds that consumer confidence and willingness to spend significantly increase when the political party they support is in power. This effect is particularly pronounced following presidential elections that lead to a change in governing parties.
A study on the January 6 insurrection's impact found that despite its severity, Republican Party support only slightly decreased, rebounding quickly. This suggests that many voters prioritize partisanship over democratic norms.
New findings indicate that increased perceptions of societal polarization and negative encounters with opposing political expressions significantly heightened individuals' moral convictions on key issues.