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short readsAug 9, 2023

What the data says about Americans’ views of climate change

Two-thirds of Americans say the United States should prioritize developing renewable energy sources over expanding the production of fossil fuels.
reportAug 9, 2023

Why Some Americans Do Not See Urgency on Climate Change

As the Earth’s temperature continues to rise, climate change remains a lower priority for some Americans, and a subset of the public rejects that it’s happening at all. To better understand the perspectives of those who see less urgency to address climate change, the Center conducted a series of in-depth interviews designed to provide deeper insight into the motivations and views of those most skeptical about climate change.
reportJun 12, 2024

1. How TikTok users view, experience the platform

TikTok has grown in popularity in recent years, attracting users with short-form videos ranging from viral dances to product reviews to mental health stories. It’s also grown as a place for news – particularly among young people. And politicians and activists alike have used the platform to engage with issues they care about. To learn […]
short readsNov 13, 2024

What Trump supporters believe and expect

The economy was the most important issue for Trump voters this year; 93% of his supporters said it was very important to their vote.
reportJul 11, 2024

Tensions mount between Biden, news media

Pulitzer winner could face jail time for refusing to reveal sources, new data on Americans’ attention to election news
short readsSep 13, 2024

Can Americans be optimistic about their democracy?

Americans’ grim political mood and desire for change show up across our surveys. But despite divisions, there are hopeful signs for the future.
reportJun 28, 2023

2. How Americans see Biden’s climate policies

On balance, slightly more Americans say the Biden administration’s policies on climate change are taking the country in the wrong direction (50%) than the right direction (45%). As with most assessments of the administration, Republicans and Democrats offer opposing viewpoints on this question. Climate change action has been a central goal of Biden’s administration. In […]
reportAug 9, 2023

Methodology

Pew Research Center completed a series of individual in-depth interviews from May 15 to May 26, 2023. A total of 32 interviews were held to explore the views of adults who see addressing climate change as a lower priority for the United States and do not believe the Earth is getting warmer mainly because of […]
short readsAug 12, 2025

What to know about the bond market

The bond market not only determines how much interest the government must pay to borrow money; it also influences how much interest ordinary Americans will pay on car loans, mortgages and credit card bills.
reportJun 12, 2024

3. How Facebook users view, experience the platform

It’s been two decades since Facebook first launched in 2004. Since then, the company has grown into a social media giant with billions of users worldwide. Facebook remains one of the most widely used social media sites among adults in the United States. But it’s also had its controversies, including those related to politics. Facebook […]