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Political Divide Beyond Politics

Updated 2026-06-08 09:15 UTC 1 source Neutral

Research indicates that the red state, blue state divide is influenced by factors beyond politics, such as taxes and safety. This suggests a more complex social dynamic.

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Recent research suggests there's more going on with "ideological sorting" than simply moving to places that match one's politics. It's often one of many deciding factors, such as taxes or safety.
2026-06-08 09:00 UTC
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