Elites wield huge influence over deepening polarization—now we can tell exactly how much
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Political systems become polarized when internal unity within groups strengthens and the divide between them deepens. As polarization intensifies, societal tensions can grow, making it difficult to find compromises. The intensity of polarization has been measured in research, but until now its structural roots in social media have remained obscure.