The perceived independence of information sources has a powerful impact on polarisation
Madsen, J.
, Young, D. J. & de Wit, L.
(14 May 2025)
The perceived independence of information sources has a powerful impact on polarisation.
LSE European Politics and Policy (EUROPP) blog.
, Young, D. J. & de Wit, L.
(14 May 2025)
The perceived independence of information sources has a powerful impact on polarisation.
LSE European Politics and Policy (EUROPP) blog.
When two people with opposing political beliefs are shown the same piece of information, they often have radically different responses. Drawing on new research, Jens Koed Madsen, David Young and Lee de Wit show that disagreements over the independence of information sources can play a significant role in this type of polarisation.