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b_b  ·  4642 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: PEW Report - Liberals least tolerant online
Here's something I found really interesting:

    Those at either end of the political spectrum – those who are very conservative or very liberal – are more likely than others to say they agree with their friends’ comments most of the time or always.

This probably reflects a deeper truth about extremism. Namely, that people with extreme views typically stick together. Sometimes, when you talk with someone whom you may disagree with, they might have a point, and thus, a reevaluation of your position is necessary. If you only keep friends who are always agreeable, then there is no need to question your own beliefs.