Before protests, black Americans said religious sermons should address race relations
Six-in-ten black adults say it is important for houses of worship to address “political topics such as immigration and race relations.”
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Six-in-ten black adults say it is important for houses of worship to address “political topics such as immigration and race relations.”
Many legislators in four English-speaking countries directly addressed George Floyd’s killing and the subsequent protests on Twitter.
Spain’s public is concerned about democracy, inequality and their children’s financial future. But views of the economy have rebounded overall.
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.
32% of U.S. social media users say they have used these sites in the past month to encourage others to take action on issues.
Black Democrats have consistently seen themselves as moderate. They are also highly religious and more likely to say racism is a very big problem.
As the race for the nomination heats up, supporters of the major Democratic candidates stand apart from one another in notable ways.
Black adults are particularly likely to say slavery continues to have an impact: More than eight-in-ten say this is the case.
Most American adults (82%) say Muslims are subject to at least some discrimination in the U.S. today, according to a Pew Research Center survey conducted in March – including a majority (56%) who say Muslims are discriminated against a lot.
Majorities of Americans foresee widening income gaps, tougher financial times for older Americans and intensifying political divisions.
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