The News Interest Index is an ongoing project of the Pew Research Center for the People & the Press which builds on the Center’s longstanding research into public attentiveness to major news stories and examines news interest as it relates to the news media’s agenda.
Little Sign of Obama Fatigue
Strong Interest in AIG, Positive Views of Congress’ Response
Public Sees More of a Mix of Good and Bad Economic News
Many Would Shrug if Their Local Newspaper Closed
States’ Budget Woes Register With Public
Many Say Government on Right Track on Economy
Most Feel a Personal Stake in Tracking Economic News
Stimulus News Seen As More Negative Than Positive
Policy Issues Overshadow Personal Stories in Obama’s First Weeks
Inauguration Outdraws Interest in Economy
Plane Crash Draws As Much Interest As Economy
Obama Cabinet Appointees Highly Visible
Mideast Competes with Economy and Obama For Public Interest
Internet Overtakes Newspapers As News Outlet
Blagojevich Arrest Grabs Public Attention
Public Hearing Positive News About Obama Transition
Public Closely Tracking Obama Transition
Economic Problems, Especially in Detroit, Absorb Public’s Attention
Few Will Miss Following Campaign News
Election Weekend News Interest Hits 20-Year High
