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    1. America in 2050

    Americans are narrowly hopeful about the future of the United States over the next 30 years but more pessimistic when the focus turns to specific issues, including this country’s place in the world, the cost of health care and the strength of the U.S. economy. Overall, six-in-ten adults predict that that the U.S. will be […]

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    Technology use in Africa: Internet

    Sortable table featuring data on the percentage of adults in Africa who use the internet at least occasionally or own a smartphone

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    2. Expectations for the future

    From 1990 to 2017 the inflation-adjusted per capita gross domestic product (GDP) calculated by purchasing power parity (PPP) improved dramatically in most nations, according to World Bank data. But in many advanced economies, expectations that such economic good fortune will continue into the next generation are notably absent. A median of 56% in the 18 […]

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    More Now Say It’s ‘Stressful’ to Discuss Politics With People They Disagree With

    Over the past two years, Americans have become more likely to say it is “stressful and frustrating” to have political conversations with those they disagree with. The change in opinions has come largely among Democrats: 57% now say that talking about politics with people they disagree with is stressful and frustrating, up from 45% two […]

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    1. Views of Trump

    The public’s confidence in Trump to handle a number of key issues remains mixed. Trump fares best on issues related to economic conditions, where about half of Americans say they are at least somewhat confident in his ability. By contrast, only about a third express confidence in his ability to work effectively with Congress. Overall, […]