Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
Public trust in government remains low, as it has for much of the 21st century. Roughly two-in-ten Americans say they trust the government in Washington to do what is right “just about always” (2%) or “most of the time” (21%).
Most Americans say the minimum age to buy a gun should be raised to 21, though Democrats are more likely to say this than Republicans.
Americans’ support for legalizing marijuana has been increasing, but support varies by whether it’s for medical or recreational use.
Americans’ views differ by party and age on whether public school teachers should be allowed to lead students in Christian prayers.