New Study Shows US Voters Share 90% of Core Values

Research highlights exaggerated perceptions of political division and calls for emphasizing commonalities to foster hope and trust.

Americans across political lines agree on most fundamental values, such as safety and helping others.
Misunderstanding of these shared values contributes to societal conflict and pessimism.
Participants felt more hopeful and trusting when shown evidence of common ground.
Researchers urge media and social scientists to highlight similarities alongside differences.
Study involved 2,529 voters and was published in Social Psychological and Personality Science.