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    June 18, 2019
    Public Highly Critical of State of Political Discourse in the U.S.

    Most Americans say political debate in the U.S. has become less respectful, fact-based, substantive

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    Public Highly Critical of State of Political Discourse in the U.S.

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    Most Americans say political debate in the U.S. has become less respectful, fact-based, substantive
    Large majority says ‘heated’ rhetoric by politicians raises risk of violence
    Majorities say people do not agree on what is seen as racist, sexist language
    Insulting an opponent’s appearance is widely viewed as never acceptable; less agreement on use of ‘evil’
    Trump’s statements spur feelings of concern, confusion, embarrassment
    Republicans less likely to say GOPers are ‘very comfortable’ voicing views
    Reps less likely to say colleges, K-12 schools are open to differing opinions
    Republicans less likely to say GOPers are ‘very comfortable’ voicing views
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