New research challenges the idea that negativity biases predict political ideology. Using televised news and static images across six continents,

📊 Method: Skin conductance sensors tracked physiological responses alongside a survey on left–right orientation.

🔍 Analysis: Three levels of aggregation were used — from individual respondents down to second-by-second time-series data.

Despite the extensive scope, 💡 Findings: No strong evidence supports the link between negativity biases and political ideology was found.

🔄 Implications: Earlier US-focused studies may have been limited or incorrect. This research suggests a more nuanced understanding is needed.