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June 2024 | Media (de)Polarization Index
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July
2024
Following a peak in polarization in May, attributed to the adoption of the 'Law of Foreign Influence,' there was a dramatic decline in polarization throughout the first month of summer. This decrease coincided with the successful participation of the Georgian football team in Euro 2024, which fostered a sense of national unity and pride.
Interactive chart: shows the developments that potentially caused the polarization increase in the index
Media (de)Polarization Index - 2020-2024 (as of June 2024)
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May 2024 | Media (de)Polarization Index
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May
2024
Polarization intensified further with the approval of the so-called Russian Law and the ongoing demonstrations. The index's peak coincides with large demonstrations in Europe Square and the overriding of the president's veto on the Russian law.
April 2024 | Media (de)Polarization Index
30
April
2024
The Index shows that media polarization increased in April 2024 which could be driven by reintroducing the so-called "Russian Law".
Georgia Media (de)Polarization Index
20
March
2024
The Index shows an increase in media polarization since 2020, particularly acute since early 2022. While the Index captures significant polarization around specific events like elections, its response varies across different events and developments.
