This is one I find less than surprising. At least, less surprising than the lead in implies.
Would be like asking who wants news on the cutting edge of sports, versus who wants to know how their preferred team is doing.
Now, we like to think people used to be more aligned on the idea of the nation. Or general well being of the world. I am not too shocked to see that people have aligned with cohorts based on perceived identities. Even if I find it disheartening.