Measuring Polarization: A Scale of Political Sectarianism

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Brief Overview

Political polarization is important, yet theory and measurement have not evolved. In 3 studies we create, narrow, and validate a scale of political sectarianism. Results suggest robust 3 factor structure and validity.

Authors

• Nicolas Campos, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

• Christopher Michael Federico, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities