Internet Access at Libraries
African-Americans and Latinos were more likely than whites to access the internet at their local library, as were parents of minor children, those under age 50, and those with some college experience.
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African-Americans and Latinos were more likely than whites to access the internet at their local library, as were parents of minor children, those under age 50, and those with some college experience.
The number of those who read e-books increased from 16% of all Americans ages 16 and older to 23%. At the same time, the number of those who read printed books in the previous 12 months fell.
The number of Americans sympathizing with Israel is five times greater than those siding with the Palestinians.
A quarter of respondents in our 2010 religious knowledge survey incorrectly identified Jerusalem or Nazareth, instead of Bethlehem, as the birthplace of Jesus.
Only three of 12 proposals for reducing the deficit garnered majority support in an early December survey.
About two-thirds of social networkers in 20 countries say they use the sites to share views about music and movies.
A quarter of Americans expect the economy will be worse off a year from now, the highest level since June 2011.
About four-in-ten Americans say they do not understand the consequences of going over the fiscal cliff.
About eight-in-ten Egyptians believe a fair judiciary is very important, making that one of the top priorities for the nation.
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