report | Nov 15, 2021

The Behaviors and Attitudes of U.S. Adults on Twitter

A minority of Twitter users produce a majority of tweets from U.S. adults, and the most active tweeters are less likely to view the tone or civility of discussions as a major problem on the site.

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short read | Sep 23, 2021

Who is Hispanic?

The 2020 census has drawn attention to some layers of Hispanic identity, providing details about how Hispanics view their racial identity.

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feature | May 12, 2017

Methods 101: Random Sampling

The first video in Pew Research Center’s Methods 101 series helps explain random sampling – a concept that lies at the heart of all probability-based survey research – and why it’s important.

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