Few party differences in First Amendment knowledge
% of U.S. adults who answered each question correctly
Note: All questions were multiple choice. For a list of the questions, refer to the topline.
Source: Pew Research Center survey of U.S. adults conducted March 23-29, 2026.
“Americans Value Press Freedom but Differ on Its Limits”
“Americans Value Press Freedom but Differ on Its Limits”
PEW-KNIGHT INITIATIVE
Few party differences in First Amendment knowledge
% of U.S. adults who answered each question correctly
| Rep/Lean Rep | Dem/Lean Dem | |
|---|---|---|
| First Amendment protects info and opinions expressed by ordinary people | 71 | 75 |
| First Amendment protects info and opinions published by news organizations | 69 | 74 |
| First Amendment protects info and opinions expressed by influencers | 64 | 67 |
| Social media companies can legally restrict content on sites | 61 | 62 |
| U.S. Constitution protects press from interference by government | 57 | 63 |
| First Amendment guarantees freedom of the press | 52 | 53 |
| Government can’t legally force social media companies to remove false information | 37 | 40 |
| U.S. Constitution does not protect press from interference by private companies | 32 | 36 |
Note: All questions were multiple choice. For a list of the questions, refer to the topline.
Source: Pew Research Center survey of U.S. adults conducted March 23-29, 2026.
“Americans Value Press Freedom but Differ on Its Limits”
“Americans Value Press Freedom but Differ on Its Limits”
PEW-KNIGHT INITIATIVE
