U.S. Catholics less likely than Protestants to express confidence in advice from clergy
Catholics have less confidence in their clergy’s advice than Protestants – and are less likely to claim a close relationship with clergy.
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Most Americans say climate change impacts their community, but effects vary by region
About seven-in-ten in Pacific states say climate change is affecting their local community at least some. That compares with 54% in Mountain states.
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Many immigrants with Temporary Protected Status face uncertain future in U.S.
Roughly 317,000 immigrants from 10 countries have this status after fleeing dangerous conditions at home. Learn about where these protections stand.
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Despite some improvements, Americans and Germans remain far apart in views of bilateral relations
Americans and Germans continue to have notably different perspectives on the relationship between their countries.
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U.S. Public Views on Climate and Energy
A majority of U.S. adults say they are taking at least some specific action in their daily lives to protect the environment, though Democrats and Republicans remain at ideological odds over the causes of climate change and the effects of policies to address it.
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Evaluating what makes a U.S. community urban, suburban or rural
A look at how objective measures of community type compare with the way Americans describe their own areas.
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5 things to know about Americans and their smart speakers
As Americans integrate smart speakers into their homes, many owners express concerns over data collection and personalization. Here are five key findings.
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In a rising number of U.S. counties, Hispanic and black Americans are the majority
In a growing number of U.S. counties, a majority of residents are Hispanic or black, reflecting the nation’s changing demographics.
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Mobile Divides in Emerging Economies
As ownership of mobile phones, especially smartphones, spreads rapidly across the globe, there are still notable numbers of people in emerging economies who don’t have access to mobile phones. And even phone owners struggle with connectivity, costs and security issues.
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A Field Guide to Polling: Election 2020 Edition
While survey research in the United States is a year-round undertaking, the public’s focus on polling is never more intense than during the run-up to a presidential election.
