Many publics around world doubt safety of genetically modified foods
Concern about genetically modified foods is widespread, with about half of people in 20 publics saying these foods are unsafe to eat.
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Concern about genetically modified foods is widespread, with about half of people in 20 publics saying these foods are unsafe to eat.
Nearly seven-in-ten Americans think it is very important for the United States to be a world leader in scientific achievements.
73% say they are vaccinated, but at least half express confusion, concern over vaccine information and health impacts.
Majorities say scientific research on gene editing is a misuse – rather than an appropriate use – of technology. But public acceptance of gene editing for babies depends on how it will be used, and views often differ by age and religion.
A median of 69% of adults across 20 global publics we surveyed are in favor of expanding the use of natural gas.
Majorities across 20 publics say government investments in scientific research are worthwhile and express a lot or some confidence in scientists to do what is right for the public.
77% think vaccinations will benefit the economy.
There were 1,501 black prisoners for every 100,000 black adults in 2018, down sharply from 2,261 black inmates per 100,000 black adults in 2006.
The biggest takeaway may be the extent to which the decidedly nonpartisan virus met with an increasingly partisan response.
Solar and wind power use has grown rapidly in the past decade, but as of 2018 those sources accounted for under 4% of all energy used in the U.S.
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