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America’s incarceration rate falls to lowest level since 1995
The nationwide incarceration rate is 810 prison or jail inmates for every 100,000 adult residents ages 18 and older.
Migrant encounters at U.S.-Mexico border are at a 21-year high
The U.S. Border Patrol reported nearly 200,000 encounters with migrants along the U.S.-Mexico border in July.
Congress is off to a slow start in 2021, much as it has been in previous years
The 117th Congress’ total legislative output stands at 36 laws – only 30 of which count, by our criteria, as substantive legislation.
Deep Divisions in Americans’ Views of Nation’s Racial History – and How To Address It
Republicans are far more likely than Democrats to say increased attention to the history of slavery and racism is bad for the country.
Most Americans have traveled abroad, although differences among demographic groups are large
In March 2021 – the most recent month for which data is available – around 3 million American citizens traveled outside of the country.
Democrats overwhelmingly favor free college tuition, while Republicans are divided by age, education
Among all U.S. adults, 63% favor making tuition at public colleges free, including 37% who strongly favor the proposal.
Fast facts on views of workplace harassment amid allegations against New York Gov. Cuomo
A report detailing allegations against Gov. Andrew Cuomo is prompting a renewed conversation about workplace harassment and abuse in the U.S.
In India, Hindu support for Modi’s party varies by region and is tied to beliefs about diet and language
Hindus were the religious group most likely to say they voted for the BJP in India’s most recent parliamentary election.
Wide differences on most gun policies between gun owners and non-owners, but also some agreement
U.S. gun owners have long favored more permissive gun policies while adults who do not own guns have tended to favor more restrictive ones.
Women are becoming more involved in U.S. mosques
Women continue to be less involved than men in mosque life in the U.S., but the pattern appears to be changing.
