Americans’ Trust in One Another
Americans trust each other less than they did a few decades ago. We explore why this is, and why some are more trusting than others.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
Americans trust each other less than they did a few decades ago. We explore why this is, and why some are more trusting than others.
In the vast majority of the 24 countries surveyed, politicians are the most common subject of proposals to improve democracy. Some call for different types of people to enter the political arena, while others simply want their current politicians to perform better. Many want their leaders to pay closer attention to and respond more appropriately […]
Most workers (70%) say they currently have the education and training they need to get ahead in their job or career. Still, a sizable share (30%) say they need more education and training. Not surprisingly, older workers are more likely to say they have the training needed. The vast majority of workers ages 65 and […]
Roughly six-in-ten Republicans (58%) describe themselves as traditional, but just 19% of Democrats say the same.
Most public K-12 teachers say parents do too little when it comes to student behavior, helping with schoolwork and ensuring attendance.
Amid rising inequality, many Americans feel that the U.S. economic system is unfair and generally favors powerful special interests.
84% of public K-12 teachers say there’s not enough time in the workday to do everything expected of them; 70% say their school is understaffed.
Here’s a look back at the past year and some of its biggest news events through 15 of our most striking research findings.
Some 72% of high school teachers say that students being distracted by cellphones is a major problem in their classroom.
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