Political animosity, polarization strong in Utah, UVU study finds
A new study by Utah Valley University found a high level of political animosity in Utah and the U.S., along with an unwillingness to compromise or work with the opposing side.
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A new study by Utah Valley University found a high level of political animosity in Utah and the U.S., along with an unwillingness to compromise or work with the opposing side.
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