The nonlinear feedback dynamics of asymmetric political polarization

Using a general model of opinion dynamics, we conduct a systematic investigation of key mechanisms driving elite polarization in the United States. We demonstrate that the self-reinforcing nature of elite-level processes can explain this polarization, with voter preferences accounting for its asymme...

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Published in:	Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences - PNAS Vol. 118; no. 50
Main Authors:	Leonard, Naomi Ehrich, Lipsitz, Keena, Bizyaeva, Anastasia, Franci, Alessio, Lelkes, Yphtach
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 14.12.2021
Subjects:	public opinion bifurcations political elites political polarization nonlinear dynamics
ISSN:	1091-6490, 1091-6490
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