Shortly after 9/11/01, even though a bitterly contested election had recently occurred, many Americans put aside their political differences in reaction to the national tragedy that occurred that day, viewing "American" as their primary identity rather than Republican or Democrat. This change is consistent with what the ____ proposes is necessary to reduce prejudice.

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The common ingroup identity model suggests that prejudice can be reduced when individuals from different groups begin to view themselves as part of a single, larger group, thus fostering a sense of unity and shared identity, as was the case after 9/11 when Americans united under a common national identity.

Shortly After 9/11/01, Even Though a Bitterly Contested Election Had