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short readsJul 29, 2019

Americans have become much less positive about tech companies’ impact on the U.S.

Negative views of technology companies’ impact on the country have nearly doubled since 2015, from 17% to 33%.
reportJun 5, 2019

6. Younger Americans and those who prefer social media for news feel less concern about the issue of made-up news

Discussions about the issue of made-up news and information are often framed in the context of social media, a news pathway that younger Americans gravitate to much more frequently than older Americans. On the whole, the youngest U.S. adults and those who prefer social media for their news feel less unease about made-up news and […]
short readsMay 13, 2019

Misinformation and fears about its impact are pervasive in 11 emerging economies

Many social media users in 11 emerging countries report being regularly exposed to misinformation when using the platforms.
reportApr 7, 2020

Polling Shows Signs of Public Trust in Institutions amid the Pandemic

Americans see “social distancing” measures urged by public health officials to limit the spread of COVID-19 as generally appropriate.
short readsAug 26, 2019

How we examined public attitudes about the tone of U.S. political debate

We explored how Americans feel about the tenor of debate in the country in a recent major survey about U.S. political disource. Here’s how we did it.
reportMay 13, 2019

1. Users say they regularly encounter false and misleading content on social media – but also new ideas

Social media use has increased in emerging and developing nations in recent years. And, across the 11 emerging economies surveyed for this report, a median of 28% of adults say social media are very important for helping them keep up with political news and other developments happening in the world. At the same time, opinions […]
reportMay 13, 2019

Publics in Emerging Economies Worry Social Media Sow Division, Even as They Offer New Chances for Political Engagement

Many who use social media say they regularly see false or misleading content, but also view these platforms as offering new avenues for political engagement.
short readsOct 3, 2019

Clinton’s impeachment barely dented his public support, and it turned off many Americans

The circumstances were very different during the Clinton impeachment crisis, and so was U.S. public opinion about the push for impeachment.
reportMay 13, 2019

2. More people are comfortable discussing politics in person than on their phones or via social media

Some people in the 11 countries surveyed stand out for their comfort discussing politics in a variety of venues – whether face-to-face, via mobile phone or on social media. In general, those who identify with a political party, younger people and those with higher levels of education tend to be more comfortable discussing political news […]
reportAug 22, 2019

Acknowledgments

This report is a collaborative effort based on the input and analysis of the following individuals. Laura Silver, Senior Researcher Christine Huang, Research Assistant Kyle Taylor, Research Analyst Sara Atske, Assistant Digital Producer James Bell, Vice President, Global Strategy Peter Bell, Design Director Shawnee Cohn, Communications Manager Stefan Cornibert, Communications Manager Claudia Deane, Vice President, […]

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6. Younger Americans and those who prefer social media for news feel less concern about the issue of made-up news

Polling Shows Signs of Public Trust in Institutions amid the Pandemic

How we examined public attitudes about the tone of U.S. political debate

Clinton’s impeachment barely dented his public support, and it turned off many Americans

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