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Stephen Hawkins
Global Director of Research for More in Common
Stephen Hawkins is the Global Director of Research at More in Common, a role he has held since 2016. His work primarily focuses on understanding and addressing issues of polarization and social division in the United States and Europe. Under his leadership, More in Common has conducted extensive research, including the significant Hidden Tribes of America project, which aims to identify and bridge divides within society.
Hawkins has a strong background in polling and public opinion research, having advised various clients, including political candidates, Fortune 100 companies like Ford and Microsoft, and United Nations agencies across five continents. He holds a Master's degree in Public Policy from the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. His interests extend to exploring beliefs and ideologies, and he is known for his amateur impersonations of former U.S. Presidents.123
In addition to his research work, Hawkins is actively involved in initiatives aimed at fostering dialogue and understanding among diverse groups to combat the increasing threats of polarization in society.12
