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Americans have become more likely to say Trump is not too or not at all religious
Thu Apr 16 11:03 am
Among Trump's strongest supporters, relatively few people say they think he is very religious. Just 8% of Republicans and 5% of White evangelicals say this is the case.
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Americans stand out internationally for their pessimism about the nation’s political system
Wed Apr 15 10:54 am
People in higher-income countries are generally less likely to say their nation’s political system needs major changes or complete reform. Americans are an exception.
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Teens’ Experiences on TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat
Wed Apr 15 9:55 am
Teens largely turn to TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat for fun and connection. But experiences around messaging, screen time and cyberbullying vary. And what teens say about how these sites impact their mental health.
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Multiple indicators show a decline in the health of America’s democracy in 2025
Wed Apr 15 9:03 am
Most Americans say democracy in the United States used to be a good example for other countries to follow but has not been in recent years.
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Americans’ views of China have grown somewhat more positive in recent years
Tue Apr 14 10:53 am
Most Americans still view China negatively, but a recent survey shows favorability has ticked up, especially among Democrats and younger adults. Fewer now call China an enemy.
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Local News Fact Sheet
Tue Apr 14 9:50 am
Americans' attention to local news has declined since 2016. Explore how people get local news today, shifting from TV and print to digital sources.
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Most new data centers in the U.S. are coming to rural areas
Mon Apr 13 1:51 pm
Over 1,500 new data centers are in development nationwide. Most will be built in rural areas, particularly the South and Midwest, marking a shift from urban locations.
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Americans still opt for print books over digital or audio versions; few are in book clubs
Thu Apr 09 9:50 am
Most U.S. adults read books, with print still favored over digital formats, though e-book and audiobook use has grown. Habits vary by demographics and few join book clubs.
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How often does the Supreme Court overturn its own decisions?
Wed Apr 08 1:56 pm
Fewer than 1% of Supreme Court cases have overturned an older decision. More than half of these cases concerned economic activity or criminal procedure.
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Video: Can polls tell us who will win on Election Day?
Wed Apr 08 10:43 am
We often hear a candidate is leading, trailing, or the race is tied. This is based on “horse race” polling, which estimates how much support candidates have, based on how people answer surveys leading up to an election. But accurately measuring the horse race is wicked hard for a few reasons.
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Negative views of Israel, Netanyahu continue to rise among Americans – especially young people
Tue Apr 07 1:54 pm
Views of Israel and Benjamin Netanyahu have grown more negative among U.S. adults, with majorities under 50 in both parties rating them poorly.
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Gas Prices Are Americans’ Top Concern in Iran War
Tue Apr 07 1:53 pm
69% of Americans are worried about higher gas prices due to the Iran war, and 45% say the U.S. is not doing enough to avoid civilian causalities.
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