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short readsDec 12, 2014

Wealth inequality has widened along racial, ethnic lines since end of Great Recession

The median wealth of white households was 13 times the wealth of black households and 10 times that of Hispanic households in 2013, compared with eight and nine times, respectively, in 2010.
short readsDec 17, 2014

America’s wealth gap between middle-income and upper-income families is widest on record

The gap between America’s upper-income and middle-income families has reached its highest level on record. In 2013, the median wealth of the nation’s upper-income families ($639,400) was nearly seven times the median wealth of middle-income families ($96,500).
reportSep 22, 2014

Section 3: Social & Political Issues

Homosexuality and Same-Sex Marriage The public is evenly divided over whether businesses that provide wedding services, like catering or flowers, should be required to provide services to same-sex couples despite religious objections to same-sex marriage. Half (49%) say that wedding-related businesses should be required to provide services to same-sex couples just as they would to […]
short readsNov 8, 2014

With 41% of global wealth in the hands of less than 1%, elites and citizens agree inequality is a top priority

People with a net worth of more than $1 million represent just 0.7% of the global population, but they have 41% of the world’s wealth. Meanwhile, those with a net worth of less than $10,000 represent 69% of the population, but just 3% of global wealth.
reportJan 29, 2015

Chapter 4: AAAS Scientists’ Views on the Scientific Enterprise

As scientists size up the culture and their place in it, a majority think it is a good time for science and their own specialty. However, they are notably less upbeat than they were five years ago and express serious concerns about public knowledge of science and the way scientific findings are covered by journalists. […]
reportJan 29, 2015

Chapter 4: AAAS Scientists’ Views on the Scientific Enterprise

As scientists size up the culture and their place in it, a majority think it is a good time for science and their own specialty. However, they are notably less upbeat than they were five years ago and express serious concerns about public knowledge of science and the way scientific findings are covered by journalists. […]
short readsNov 7, 2014

Inequality, joblessness are top threats in 2015, World Economic Forum experts say

Growing economic inequality, increasing joblessness, global pollution and severe weather events are among the world’s most pressing threats experts say.
reportOct 29, 2014

Above-and-Beyond Responses: Part 2

A range of input by some respondents covered ground not related to the themes highlighted above. Put this in perspective—many things are worse and could have a more devastating effect, including natural disasters and the impacts of rapid online financial transactions Ben Shneiderman, professor of computer science at the University of Maryland, wrote, “Cyberattacks will […]
short readsSep 22, 2014

5 takeaways about religion and politics before the midterms

A new Pew Research survey finds that many Americans support a role for religion in the political arena and lament what they see as religion’s declining influence in society. Here are five key takeaways.
short readsSep 30, 2014

5 facts about Indian Americans

Even among Asian Americans, Indian Americans stand out as better educated, higher earning and more Democratic.

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Section 3: Social & Political Issues

With 41% of global wealth in the hands of less than 1%, elites and citizens agree inequality is a top priority

Chapter 4: AAAS Scientists’ Views on the Scientific Enterprise

Chapter 4: AAAS Scientists’ Views on the Scientific Enterprise

Inequality, joblessness are top threats in 2015, World Economic Forum experts say

Above-and-Beyond Responses: Part 2

5 takeaways about religion and politics before the midterms

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