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How Sports Fandom Strengthens Community Connection
Researchers at Harvard Kennedy School's Ash Center are highlighting how being a sports fan does more than entertain: rooting for local teams builds social ties, shared identity and civic engagement across communities. The piece argues fandom offers common ground across political and social divides, giving people a sense of belonging that strengthens neighborhoods and local institutions.
Why now: Interest in how shared sports loyalty can counter social isolation and division is resonating widely.
Ash CenterHarvard Kennedy School
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- How Sports Fandom Strengthens Community Connection · Ash Center
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