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Children's Views on Trump and Harris Highlight Deep Political Divides

A CNN study reveals stark differences in how kids perceive Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, reflecting broader societal polarization.

  • A CNN study interviewed 80 elementary school children across Arizona, New Jersey, and Texas about the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election.
  • Democrat-leaning kids were significantly more likely to express negative emotions about Trump compared to Republican-leaning kids' views on Harris.
  • Many children described Trump as 'pure evil' and Harris as a 'liar,' showcasing the intense polarization even among young Americans.
  • The study found that Democrat-supporting children were less willing to visit homes of Trump-supporting families than vice versa.
  • Despite the negativity, some children acknowledged historical significance if Harris were elected as the first female Black president.
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