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.
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Two-thirds of Americans say the United States should prioritize developing renewable energy sources over expanding the production of fossil fuels.
Here’s a look back at 2023 through some of our most striking research findings.
Citizens offer mixed reviews of how their societies have responded to climate change, and many question the efficacy of international efforts to stave off a global environmental crisis.
As has often been the case on policy questions about how to deal with the pandemic, partisans are far apart in their views on mask mandates.
Here’s a closer look at public opinion on the death penalty, as well as key facts about the nation’s use of capital punishment.
Most Asian Americans say violence against them is increasing, and most also worry at least some of the time about being threatened or attacked.
As the nation’s post-Roe chapter begins and the legal battle shifts to the states, here are key facts about Americans’ views on abortion.
The U.S. is seen positively in advanced economies for its technology, entertainment, military and universities, but negatively for its health care system, discrimination and the state of its democracy.
The difference in support for the death penalty by survey mode has important consequences for understanding trends on the issue.
Only 5% and 13% of scholars and the American public, respectively, say respect for the U.S. abroad is not too or not at all important.
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