34% of lower-income home broadband users have had trouble paying for their service amid COVID-19
Some 15% of all home broadband users in the U.S. say they have had trouble paying for their high-speed internet service during the pandemic.
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Some 15% of all home broadband users in the U.S. say they have had trouble paying for their high-speed internet service during the pandemic.
There are racial and ethnic differences in who takes on gig platform jobs and the negative experiences some of these workers say they face.
Social media is an important tool for consumers, with some Americans – particularly younger adults – turning to influencer recommendations.
Nine-in-ten Americans say the internet has been essential or important to them, many made video calls and 40% used technology in new ways. But while tech was a lifeline for some, others faced struggles.
The shares of Americans in each income tier who have home broadband or a smartphone have not significantly changed from 2019 to 2021.
A majority of Americans (68%) believe major technology companies have too much power and influence in the economy.
Some 16% of Americans have ever earned money from an online gig platform. While most gig platform workers say they have had a positive experience with these jobs, some report facing on-the-job troubles like being treated rudely or sexually harassed.
38% of parents with children whose K-12 schools closed in the spring said that their child was likely to face digital obstacles in schoolwork.
52% of US adults say it is very or somewhat important that companies and organizations make public statements about political or social issues.
Overall, 29% of U.S. adults said they have had more advantages in life than others their age; 26% felt they have had fewer advantages.
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