Online Communities Rarely Focus on Politics, and Many Say It Should Stay That Way
Most people in online communities see little to no politics in their go-to space, and 54% say it doesn’t belong there.
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Broad Public Confidence in Elections in the U.S. – but Partisans Differ Over Concerns About Access, Security
Most voters expect well-run 2026 midterms, but Republicans and Democrats differ on noncitizen voting safeguards and whether eligible citizens can vote if they choose to.
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Quiz: What Is Your Civic Personality?
Take our civic personality quiz to find out how your engagement with news, politics, religious and civic activities compares with other U.S. adults.
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Americans’ Use of Internet, Broadband in 2026
The internet represents a fundamental shift in how Americans connect with one another, gather information and conduct their day-to-day lives. Explore the patterns, trends and statistics of internet and home broadband adoption in the United States.
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Americans’ Use of Social Media in 2026
Today YouTube and Facebook are the most-widely used online platforms. Explore the demographic patterns and trends shaping the social media landscape.
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Americans’ Use of Mobile Devices in 2026
Americans today are increasingly connected to the world of digital information while “on the go” via smartphones. Explore the latest patterns, trends and statistics that have shaped the mobile revolution.
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1 in 5 Americans Regularly Get News on TikTok
Among adults under 30, 39% say they regularly get news from TikTok, up from 9% in 2020.
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News Platform Fact Sheet
How Americans get news continues to evolve as platforms emerge, like AI chatbots and email newsletters. Find out how often they get news from digital devices.
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Social Media and News Fact Sheet
Many Americans use social media for news: About a fifth or more regularly get news on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and TikTok.
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How Latino Voters Are Experiencing the 2026 Midterm Elections
Democratic congressional candidates have a sizable advantage among Latino registered voters. And Latino Democratic candidate supporters are more engaged with this year’s election compared with four years ago.
