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    Technology Coverage in the Media

    Over the course of a year, news stories about technology filled just 1.6% of the total coverage, ranking it 20 out of 26 identified news topics.

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    Attention Online Shoppers

    Nearly six-in-ten adults have gone online to research a product or service they purchase.

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    Hispanics Back Democrats in Midterms

    Nearly two-thirds of Hispanic voters say they plan to support the Democratic candidate in this year’s congressional election, but enthusiasm to vote among Hispanics voters is low.

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    Legalizing Marijuana

    Fully eight-in-ten adults younger than age 30 favor legalizing marijuana for medical use.

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    One Recession, Two Americas

    While a small majority of Americans experienced a mix of hardships during the recession, nearly half were largely free of economic difficulties.

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    No Compromise

    The public prefers political leaders who stick to their positions over those who make compromises.