Older adults are more likely than young adults to consider a variety of civic duties highly important – including following the news
% of U.S. adults who say that to be a good member of society, it is extremely or very important to …
Source: Pew Research Center survey of U.S. adults conducted Dec. 8-14, 2025.
“Americans’ Complicated Relationship With News”
“Americans’ Complicated Relationship With News”
PEW-KNIGHT INITIATIVE
Older adults are more likely than young adults to consider a variety of civic duties highly important – including following the news
% of U.S. adults who say that to be a good member of society, it is extremely or very important to …
| Ages 65+ | 50-64 | 30-49 | 18-29 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vote in elections | 89% | 83% | 69% | 64% |
| Respect the opinions and beliefs of those you disagree with | 64% | 63% | 61% | 61% |
| Pay taxes | 76% | 72% | 58% | 55% |
| Volunteer to help others | 56% | 55% | 53% | 55% |
| Serve jury duty if you are called | 71% | 63% | 50% | 45% |
| Follow the news | 58% | 43% | 32% | 32% |
| Attend rallies or protests on issues you think are important | 14% | 13% | 17% | 22% |
Source: Pew Research Center survey of U.S. adults conducted Dec. 8-14, 2025.
“Americans’ Complicated Relationship With News”
“Americans’ Complicated Relationship With News”
PEW-KNIGHT INITIATIVE
