Video Introduction
As noted by PEW Research, “The declining public trust in the news media and polarization of news audiences have profound effects on civic life.” This video presents an overview of the context in which these issues arise.
Video by PEW Research Center
High Levels of Political Polarization among News Audiences
Another PEW Research study conducted in 2014 presented stark findings on the high level of political polarization of news audiences:
Polarization in News Habits of Liberals vs Conservatives
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Trust Levels of News Sources by Ideological Group
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Social Media Habits of Conservatives vs. Liberals
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Ideological Composition of News Sources' Audiences
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