Current Research Projects

American partisans’ feelings toward one another have cooled significantly in recent decades. As part of a larger research project, some of our works explores how intergroup contact, in the form of conversations, may potentially improve relations between Democrats and Republicans.

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In our current project, we analyze videos of cross-party conversations. By coding and meticulously analyzing these interactions, we seek to uncover factors that contribute to successful (or unsuccessful) intergroup conversations. This research will provide insights into effective strategies for fostering constructive dialogue and understanding across political divides.