But a more recent line of research has pushed back against these notions, using statistical analysis to suggest that the apparent variations in response are just the result of measurement error and day-to-day biological variability.
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Outside,
Outside,
6 Jan. 2026
Beau McCall understands the affective power of buttons—these commonplace household notions have captured his imagination for decades.
Now, try marrying those beliefs and behaviors with someone else's.
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Annie Nova,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
Because of their biblical beliefs about Israel, Hummel said, evangelical backers, known as Christian Zionists, have become central to American support.
The 'Sons of Anarchy' alum decided to go without the opinions of his critics — and his supporters.
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Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Jan. 2026
Americans are split about the capture of Maduro, with many still forming opinions, according to a poll conducted by the Washington Post and SSRS using text messages over the weekend.
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Regina Garcia Cano,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
People incorrectly assumed others in their party held extreme views about wolves, and those assumptions in turn shaped their own attitudes toward the species.
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Justin Angle,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2026
The report reflects changing attitudes about health and new tools that Americans are increasingly relying upon to make meaningful improvements to their well-being.
The planner pages include monthly calendar views, weekly spreads, address pages, lined note paper, and useful facts at a glance.
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Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
6 Jan. 2026
The Border Patrol experienced a similar shift during its hiring surge, attracting individuals with strong anti-immigrant views or a desire for quasi-military action.
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