That’s the percent of news coverage devoted to international events not directly involving the U.S.

87% of registered voters now say the economy will be “very important” to their vote compared with a still high 72% of who say terrorism is a top issue for them.

Overwhelming margins see men as better able to hand national security issues.

Only 6% of Americans say women make better political leaders than men.

The increase in Hispanic students in the nation’s public schools accounts for 60% of the total growth in public school enrollment from 1990 to 2006.

Two-thirds of baby boomers say it is harder for people to get ahead now than it was a decade ago.

Younger voters are significantly more knowledgeable this election.

Two-in-five Americans have gone online for campaign information.

Women favor Obama while men go for McCain.