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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.

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Social cohesion: A snapshot

Social cohesion: A snapshot

May 2025
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Our new public opinion research lays bare the challenges facing social cohesion in Britain today and the urgent need for a renewed focus on strengthening societal bonds, community connection and neighbourhood trust.
Benefits over fear. The economic potential of immigration through the eyes of Poles

Benefits over fear. The economic potential of immigration through the eyes of Poles

May 2025
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The transformation of Polish from an emigration country into an immigration country is one of the greatest challenges faced by Polish society. It naturally evokes mixed feelings in Poles. Although the public space is dominated by narratives referring primarily to negative emotions, such as anxiety and suspicion, our research shows that Poles also see great positive potential in immigration, which, if used well, can significantly contribute to the development of our country.
Americans' Environmental Blind Spot

Americans' Environmental Blind Spot

May 2025
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Democrats and Republicans Underestimate Support for Environmental Issues ​
Is Gen Z Giving Up on Democracy?

Is Gen Z Giving Up on Democracy?

May 2025
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Interpreting young Americans’ views on government, the Constitution, and the appeal of authoritarian alternatives​
Mayoral Races on a Knife Edge

Mayoral Races on a Knife Edge

April 2025
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In one of the first major electoral tests of the new parliament, More in Common's research suggests that Britain's new era of multi-party politics has put the mayoral elections on a knife edge. Based on polling and focus groups across all four mayoralties, the research highlights a public mood of widespread disillusionment, and the fragmentation of politics across the country.
State of the Young 2025

State of the Young 2025

April 2025
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Young people are a unique social group. They do not know the Polish before joining the European Union, their everyday life without digital technologies, and most of them do not remember Polish under the rule of parties other than Law and Justice and the Civic Coalition. Despite living in times of overlapping crises, they are not fatalistic about the future. They appreciate the conditions in which they live and look to the future with optimism, although they also critically assess the shortcomings of the reality around them. Alarmingly, they commonly feel overlooked and not listened to by politicians.
Encounter radar: How do we meet? What matters.

Encounter radar: How do we meet? What matters.

April 2025
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The second issue of our workshop magazine "Encounter Radar" demonstrates how social encounters work in everyday life. With insights into research, practice, and the role of civil society, we highlight what people need for harmonious coexistence.
2025 Local Elections briefing

2025 Local Elections briefing

April 2025

Based on polling and focus groups in areas holding local and mayoral votes this week, More in Common offers a comprehensive guide to the upcoming elections - sharing a snapshot of the public mood and revealing our predictions for election night.
The Blind Spots of the Commitment Society

The Blind Spots of the Commitment Society

April 2025

Through a qualitative study, Destin Commun analyzes the relationship to engagement of two segments of the population often perceived, sometimes wrongly, as distant from the world of engagement – ​​the Left Behind and the Identitarians. In partnership with La Fonda, which initiated a major participatory prospective exercise entitled "Towards a Society of Engagement?", this study challenges common representations of the vision and expectations related to engagement, by shifting the perspective and giving a voice to those who are heard and listened to less on these subjects.
Spanish society and the war in Ukraine, 2025

Spanish society and the war in Ukraine, 2025

March 2025
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This presentation includes the results of a survey conducted in Spain about the new global geopolitical context and the war in Ukraine. It includes comparative results with other countries such as Poland, France, Germany, the United Kingdom or the United States.