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Q&A: Are liberals truly more depressed than conservatives?

Do self-identified liberals suffer from higher levels of depression than their conservative counterparts? Research suggests so, which has a small circle of commentators and academics humming with theories to explain the gap......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgJun 1st, 2023

Leveling up is not working as promised—our research shows why

The UK parliament has heard findings that leveling up—arguably the Conservatives' flagship policy agenda—is beset by critical delays. In a report published on March 15, the public accounts committee, parliament's expenditure watchdog, has said th.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMar 18th, 2024

Study suggests anti-Black racism may account for conservatives" negative reactions to jobs requiring DEI statements

According to new research from Rice University and the University of Nebraska at Omaha, conservative-leaning job applicants indicate being less likely to pursue positions that require personal statements on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), and.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

When hiring a candidate, knowing about socioeconomic disparities impacts fairness perceptions, study finds

Both liberals and conservatives are more likely to believe that merit-based hiring is unfair after learning about the impacts of socioeconomic disparities, according to a study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: General......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024

House abruptly heads home early after conservatives retaliate over Johnson"s government funding plan

House abruptly heads home early after conservatives retaliate over Johnson"s government funding plan.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 15th, 2023

How to cope when your values clash with your co-workers"

In our increasingly polarized society, more people may find themselves in a workplace where they are one of the few conservatives or few liberals around......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 10th, 2023

Research finds both conservatives and liberals endorse "values" and "vices"

Conservativism and liberalism each represent generally desirable "values" and generally undesirable "vices" in the nation's political landscape, according to newly published research led by a University of Wyoming psychology professor......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 22nd, 2023

"Australia is sleepwalking": A bushfire scientist explains what the Hawaii tragedy means for our flammable continent

As I hear reports of the fire tearing through the Hawaiian island of Maui, I feel utterly depressed. As a fire scientist, I know the unfolding horror—which has killed 36 people so far—is just the beginning. It's a portent of what Australia and ot.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsAug 10th, 2023

Q&A: Are liberals truly more depressed than conservatives?

Do self-identified liberals suffer from higher levels of depression than their conservative counterparts? Research suggests so, which has a small circle of commentators and academics humming with theories to explain the gap......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 1st, 2023

Surveys in UK and Germany suggest conservatives more likely to share fake news but usually without deception

A trio of economists and social scientists from Zayed University, Utrecht University and TU Dresden has found via survey analysis that conservative people are more likely to share fake news but most believe such stories to be true. In their study, re.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsMay 16th, 2023

Opinion: Our hybrid media system has emboldened anti-LGBTQ+ hate—what can we do about it?

Anti-LGBTQ+ hate from religious conservatives and far-right extremists in the United States, and now in Australia, is a worrying trend......»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsMay 16th, 2023

Persuading conservatives of pro-environmentalism not as easy as one might think: Study

In the context of the climate crisis, it is becoming ever so crucial that the public adopts pro-environmentalism worldviews and actions. However, conservative people tend to be unlikely to change behavior and beliefs, and rather stick to traditions......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsApr 4th, 2023

DirecTV puts Newsmax back on the air after Republicans’ angry protests

Newsmax said it now accepts that DirecTV isn't trying to censor conservatives. Enlarge / Newsmax logo displayed at the National Rifle Association's annual meeting in Houston, Texas on May 28, 2022. (credit: Getty Images | Patrick.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2023

Little rewards get people to see truth in politically unfavorable info

Even if you pay conservatives, they're not as good at IDing fake news as liberals. Enlarge (credit: Getty) Piecing together why so many people are willing to share misinformation online is a major focus among behavioral.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsMar 11th, 2023

Rewarding accuracy gets people to spot more misinformation

Even if you pay conservatives, they're not as good at IDing fake news as liberals. Enlarge (credit: Getty) Piecing together why so many people are willing to share misinformation online is a major focus among behavioral.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsMar 11th, 2023

Many Differences between Liberals and Conservatives May Boil Down to One Belief

Conservatives tend to believe that strict divisions are an inherent part of life. Liberals do not.....»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated NewsMar 4th, 2023

Study shows why conservatives may reject some pandemic measures

A new study may reveal part of the reason why conservatives are more likely than liberals to reject some COVID-19 health measures: They see boundaries as restrictions......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2023

Is ChatGPT "woke"? AI chatbot accused of anti-conservative bias and a grudge against Trump

Ask ChatGPT about drag queen story hours or former president Donald Trump and conservatives say it spits out answers that betray a distinct liberal bias......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2023

FEC dismisses RNC complaint that Google"s spam filters were biased against conservatives

The Federal Election Commission has tossed out claims by the Republican National Committee that Google's spam filters in Gmail are illegally biased against conservatives, according to an agency letter obtained by CNN......»»

Category: topSource:  cnnRelated NewsJan 18th, 2023

Board shake-ups, threats to tenure and money: How conservatives are reshaping colleges

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis's decision to overhaul the board of trustees at a progressive public college was his latest move in a larger movement against so-called "woke" education......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJan 16th, 2023

Kanye West is no longer acquiring Parler, company says

The rapper formerly known as Kanye West will no longer be acquiring Parler, the alternative social media platform favored by conservatives including some far-right extremists, the company announced on Thursday. West has legally changed his name to Ye.....»»

Category: topSource:  cnnRelated NewsDec 1st, 2022