An analysis of the conversation surrounding abortion taking place on Twitter found that those located outside of Washington, D.C., are more engaged in the debate than those inside the Beltway.
4 Charts That Prove DC Elites Are Ignoring Planned Parenthood Debate Raging in the Nation
By Heritage Foundation Melissa Quinn——Bio and Archives--August 5, 2015
A series of videos that show Planned Parenthood executives discussing the sale of aborted fetal organs has sparked a nationwide debate on Twitter about the organization’s practices.
A new analysis of trends on the social media site shows that those located within the Beltway took longer to join the conversation and are talking less about it than most of the country.
According to data provided by Echelon Insights, an opinion research firm, abortion has been one of the most talked about issues on Twitter among all users and those identified as part of the conservative base.
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