Growing Share of Americans Say Social Media Is an Important News Source for Them
A majority of U.S. adults (58%) now say social media is an important way for them to keep up with the news.
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Women, Work and Caregiving Through the Arc of Family Life
Gender, work and caregiving are often woven together in family life in the United States. Most parents with children under 18 are employed. And as the population ages, a growing share of Americans are caring for an older parent. In fact, many U.S. adults are sandwiched in between roles, supporting both children and parents. When […]
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Men Are Experiencing More Job Growth Than Women in AI-Exposed Occupations
Men’s employment grew faster than women’s in occupations most exposed to AI, a gap driven largely by workers without a bachelor’s degree.
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Pace of Trump’s Judicial Appointments Has Slowed in His Second Term
President Trump has appointed fewer federal judges in this term than at this point in his first, and his pace trails that of most recent presidents.
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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.
