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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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Attitudes and Experiences of Republicans in America – Part One: Identity, Belonging, and Priorities

Attitudes and Experiences of Republicans in America – Part One: Identity, Belonging, and Priorities

August 2023

Our national survey of 800 registered Republican voters explores what priorities Republicans want to see from their candidates and how they feel going into election season. Our survey finds, Republicans overwhelmingly want to see a focus on conservative issues such as the economy, crime and immigration while a battle against 'woke' ideologies appears significantly less appealing.
Welcoming Afghans: Lessons from Operation Warm Welcome

Welcoming Afghans: Lessons from Operation Warm Welcome

August 2023

Over the last two years, Britain has welcomed around 25,000 people from Afghanistan. The two year anniversary of the fall of Kabul provides a unique opportunity to reflect on what we have learnt since the Operation Pitting evacuation of Kabul.
The future, democracy, togetherness: what's on the mind of German society after a year of price crisis

The future, democracy, togetherness: what's on the mind of German society after a year of price crisis

August 2023
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It's the middle of 2023 and Germany is in crisis mode: Prices are (still) rising, the economy is depressed, and politicians are arguing, sometimes heatedly, about the right course to take. How do people in Germany view their personal situation, society and politics after a year of price crisis and inflation? We conducted research to find out.
Police, neighborhoods, French identity: after the riots, the French worried but moderate

Police, neighborhoods, French identity: after the riots, the French worried but moderate

July 2023

Following the death of young Nahel and the urban violence that followed, did the French all choose a side? Police or local youth, kitty A or pot B? Destin Commun surveyed the French, with Kantar Public France, and paints, two days before July 14, the portrait of a France that is anxious and aware of the fundamental problems, but above all moderate and nuanced.
Europe: the French in search of Union. State of opinion one year before the European elections

Europe: the French in search of Union. State of opinion one year before the European elections

June 2023

One year before the European elections, the countdown is on. What representations and perceptions dominate among the French when asked about the European Union? The new study “Europe: the French in search of Union. State of opinion one year before the European elections", offers a detailed snapshot of the opinion and visions of the French on Europe, based on a methodology based on value systems.
Middle earth. Legislative elections, one year later: moderate France facing the far right

Middle earth. Legislative elections, one year later: moderate France facing the far right

June 2023

Monday June 19, 2023 marks the first anniversary of the election of the new National Assembly and the installation, for the first time, of 89 deputies from the National Rally on the benches of the hemicycle. What impact has this new representation had on the image of the far-right party among moderate voters? Through a qualitative analysis in focus groups, the new study offers an unprecedented deciphering of the perception of the RN by segments of the population who do not constitute its electorate.
Overcoming Distrust and Reducing Partisan Animosity - A New Method

Overcoming Distrust and Reducing Partisan Animosity - A New Method

May 2023
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A new method developed by More in Common significantly reduced feelings of hostility between political party members to a level that resembles the political climate of the 1980s, when Republicans and Democrats held close-to-neutral feelings towards one another.
Welcoming Ukrainians: Stories from Liverpool

Welcoming Ukrainians: Stories from Liverpool

May 2023

More in Common speaks to three Ukrainians who have made their homes in Liverpool, as the city prepares to host Eurovision on behalf of their country
Mobility and transition: how to get the French moving?

Mobility and transition: how to get the French moving?

April 2023

While the climate crisis requires us to reduce CO2 emissions generated by transport, how can we fully engage the French in the mobility transition without antagonizing them? Through a methodology based on value systems, the analysis of perceptions and imaginations makes it possible to identify points of tension and to outline the multiple paths to an acceptable transition for everyone.
Operation Iraqi Freedom at 20: Americans and the Iraq War

Operation Iraqi Freedom at 20: Americans and the Iraq War

March 2023
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Based on a survey of 2000 Americans, this report explores Americans’ attitudes towards and memories of the Iraq War (2003-2011). We produced this report as part of our Veterans and Citizens Initiative (thevci.org), to observe the 20th anniversary of the invasion of Iraq. Our goal is to help generate a greater understanding and connection between the veteran and military community and the broader society.