How the origins of America’s immigrants have changed since 1850
In 2022, the number of immigrants living in the U.S. reached a high of 46.1 million, accounting for 13.8% of the population.
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Methodology C: Definitions and concepts
This report presents estimates of the number of unauthorized immigrants in the United States as of July 2023 and for earlier years. These estimates supersede all previously published Pew Research Center estimates. This appendix provides details on how the estimates are rounded and definitions of various concepts used in the report. This methodology section is […]
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Key facts about same-sex marriage around the world, 25 years after the Netherlands legalized it
Twenty-five years after the first nationally recognized same-sex marriages, nearly 40 places now allow them. But their prevalence varies, as do public attitudes.
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In the U.S. and other countries, fewer people now say it’s necessary to believe in God to be moral
Nearly everyone in Indonesia, as well as the vast majority of people in Kenya, India and South Africa, say it’s necessary to believe in God to be moral.
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Globally, Biden Receives Higher Ratings Than Trump
Across 34 nations polled, a 43% median have confidence in Biden’s handling of world affairs, while a 28% median have confidence in Trump.
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1. Widespread global public concern about made-up news
A median of 59% across 35 countries see made-up news as a very big problem.
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1. Views of the U.S.
Overall, views of the U.S. are more positive than negative across the 34 countries surveyed. A median of 54% hold a favorable opinion of the U.S., while a median of 31% have an unfavorable opinion. Poles are most likely to evaluate the U.S. positively: 86% hold a favorable view, though this share has declined 7 […]
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2. Christian population change
Christians remain the largest religious group. But they’re shrinking as a share of the global population, as many Christians are leaving religion altogether.
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2. Confidence in Zelenskyy and support for Ukraine
A median of 40% across 35 countries have confidence in President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to do the right thing regarding world affairs, while 46% do not.
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People who trust others tend to support international cooperation more than those who don’t
In many countries outside the U.S., those with higher levels of social trust are also more likely to view several international organizations positively.
