Americans see pressure, rather than genuine concern, as big factor in company statements about racism
52% of US adults say it is very or somewhat important that companies and organizations make public statements about political or social issues.
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52% of US adults say it is very or somewhat important that companies and organizations make public statements about political or social issues.
Certain black Americans – particularly those who are college educated or male – are more likely to say they’ve faced certain situations because of their race.
Blacks who work in science, technology, engineering and math fields are more likely than STEM workers from other racial or ethnic backgrounds to say they have faced discrimination on the job. They also stand out in their views about workplace diversity.
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A majority of black Americans say that at some point in their lives they’ve experienced discrimination or were treated unfairly because of their race or ethnicity, but blacks who have attended college are more likely than those without any college experience to say so.
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