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Campaign 2016 Leads to Family & Friends Fighting

Campaign 2016 Leads to Family & Friends Fighting

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According to one survey, nearly half of all Americans have argued with a friend, co-worker or family member at some point during this presidential election. University of Nebraska – Omaha Psychology Professor Dr. Carey Ryan there have always been arguments when it comes to political affiliations but the situation has escalated due to social media.

Ryan says changing demographics is contributing to anger among voters.

She says often times people say things online they wouldn’t say face-to-face.

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