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August 7, 2019

46% of U.S. social media users say they are ‘worn out’ by political posts and discussions

A majority of users find it stressful to talk politics on social media with people they disagree with politically

A majority of users find it stressful to talk politics on social media with people they disagree with politically

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A majority of users find it stressful to talk politics on social media with people they disagree with politically

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