Do People Want a Gender-Balanced Government?
A new study finds that people around the world see gender-balanced government as better for policy—and better for democracy.
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Why We Have Trouble Supporting Greater Income Equality
Research suggests that psychological biases may limit support for reducing economic disparities. But there are ways to get around them.
How Social Activism Helped Curb Trump’s Power in His First Term
A historian examines how protests and social organizing around labor, energy, and immigration affected the course of policy under President Trump.
How Do Social Structures Shape Your Well-Being?
Happiness isn't just a product of what we do or who we are as individuals; social situations, structural forces, and public policies play a major…
How Basic Income Programs Can Support Mental Health
Researchers explain how Ontario's Basic Income Pilot affected people's mental health—and what happened when it was canceled early.
Can We Reduce Political Antagonism by Promoting Trust?
The 2025 World Happiness Report points to declining happiness and social trust to explain the rise in political polarization.
The Psychological Divide That Threatens Peace in Gaza
We interviewed hundreds of Israelis and Gazans about how they feel about each other and the future. The answers reveal a lot about how humans sort…
Even Your Political Opponents Want to Believe They’re Good People
Keith Payne believes politics is just a weapon we use to fight the real battle: defending our belief that we’re good, reasonable people.
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