Beyond the Noise, We Stand Together.
In an era of perceived division, we've uncovered the fundamental values that 80% of Americans still hold in common. Here's the proof.
“Unity is not the absence of conflict, but the presence of common ground.”
Our Mission: Mapping the Shared American Heartbeat.
The headlines focus on what divides us. But across every state, background, and belief — Americans share far more than they differ. We've documented 20 core values backed by peer-reviewed research.
This is a repository of shared values. A tool for journalists, educators, and neighbors to remind themselves that our foundation is stronger than the storm.
The Methodology
Every item on our list is backed by research from Pew, Gallup, Harvard, Yale, and more. When we talk about “Family,” “Freedom,” and “Fairness,” we find that Americans are speaking the same language.
See All 20 Values→Why We Agree More
A preview of the twenty core values identified in our nationwide research.
Our differences are our features, not our bugs. They are the friction that produces light, not just heat.
Something Is Trying to Pull Us Apart.
Algorithms, outrage cycles, and those who profit from division are working hard to make you think your neighbors are your enemies. They're not. We have receipts.
Read the Full Analysis→
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