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Research further demonstrates that people's political affiliations lean towards what resonates with their chosen tribe, emphasizing social connections over any underlying philosophical essence.
Beyond the Left-Right Spectrum
There exists an expansive landscape of political issues—including healthcare, trade, labor rights, and education—that cannot be succinctly categorized into a singular left-right dimension. While attempts like the GAL-TAN model introduce additional vectors to represent political beliefs more accurately, these, too, risk reinforcing tribalism and encouraging adherence to the overarching spectrum rather than fostering independent thought.