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reportOct 1, 2026

Across the Globe, People Increasingly Say Social Media Is Harming Democracy

Most think social media leads to manipulation and division, but they also say it informs people and gives them a voice in politics.
reportApr 15, 2026

Teens’ Experiences on TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat

Teens largely turn to TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat for fun and connection. But experiences around messaging, screen time and cyberbullying vary. And what teens say about how these sites impact their mental health.
reportOct 8, 2025

2. How parents approach their kids’ screen time

In an era of hyperconnectivity, screen time has become a defining feature – and struggle – of family life. Parents have to consider not only their own habits but the digital boundaries they set for their children. This chapter explores how screen time fits into the broader landscape of parenting kids ages 12 and younger. […]
reportOct 10, 2024

2. Where Americans turn for election news

The types of platforms Americans turn to for election news differ by age, and partisans rely on different media outlets.
reportOct 1, 2026

Americans Are Negative About Social Media’s Impact on Democracy – and the Rest of the World Is Catching Up

In 2026, 64% of Americans say social media is harming their democracy, and attitudes in many other countries are significantly more negative than they used to be.
reportSep 15, 2026

How Americans think about censorship of news in the U.S.

Substantial shares of U.S. adults think the government, news organizations and social media companies intentionally keep news from reaching the public.
short readsSep 16, 2025

42% of social media users say the sites are important for them getting involved with political, social issues

Younger adults on social media are much more likely than older users to say social media is important for finding like-minded people and getting involved.
reportMar 26, 2026

Political commentary on religious radio, and what listeners think about it

Most religious radio listeners say keeping up with news and politics isn’t a major reason they tune in. Still, some stations have a heavy focus on political commentary.
reportJul 16, 2026

Engagement in public life is linked with Americans’ views of politics, news

Americans who participate more in public life are more interested in politics – and more likely to have positive feelings about the state of their local communities.
reportMar 26, 2026

Where do Americans turn first for information about breaking news?

☀️ Happy Thursday! The Briefing is your guide to the world of news and information. Sign up here! In today’s email: 🔥 Featured story The Federal Communications Commission last week approved the merger of two major local television companies, allowing Nexstar Media Group to buy Tegna for $6.2 billion. The deal creates a local TV news giant that will own 265 stations in 44 states. In recent weeks, attorneys general in […]

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2. How parents approach their kids’ screen time

2. Where Americans turn for election news

How Americans think about censorship of news in the U.S.

Engagement in public life is linked with Americans’ views of politics, news

Where do Americans turn first for information about breaking news?