10 tech-related trends that shaped the decade
The tech landscape has changed dramatically over the past decade, both in the United States and around the world.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
The tech landscape has changed dramatically over the past decade, both in the United States and around the world.
Americans say the public’s trust has been declining in both the federal government and in their fellow citizens. But most say this can be turned around.
A plurality of experts think sweeping societal change will make life worse for most people. Still, a portion believe things will be better in a ‘tele-everything’ world.
Twitter users are younger, more likely to identify as Democrats, more highly educated and have higher incomes than U.S. adults overall.
A majority of experts canvassed say significant reforms aimed at correcting problems in democratic institutions and representation will take place. But they are divided about whether this will lead to positive outcomes for the public.
Pew Research Center President Michael Dimock examines the changes – some profound, some subtle – that the U.S. experienced during Barack Obama’s presidency.
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Public opinion data going back to the 1930s shows that generally speaking, Americans oppose large numbers of refugees entering the country.
The attitudes of Republicans living in House Freedom Caucus members’ districts look very similar to those in other Republican-represented districts.
Hispanic immigrants are less likely than U.S.-born Hispanics, whites and blacks to use public libraries. But Hispanic immigrants who have made their way to public libraries stand out as the most appreciative of what libraries have to offer.
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