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.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
While a small majority of Americans experienced a mix of hardships during the recession, nearly half were largely free of economic difficulties.
Three-in-ten adults who use cell phones have downloaded an app to their phone.
More than a third of Americans say it is acceptable to “walk away” from a home mortgage, at least under certain circumstances.
Despite increased anti-government sentiment, more Americans say they pay about the right amount in taxes than say they pay more than their fair share.
More than a third of Americans cite religion as the top influence on their view of gay marriage.
Senior research staff answer questions from readers relating to all the areas covered by our seven projects, ranging from polling techniques and findings, to media, technology, religious, demographic and global attitudes trends.
A majority of Americans say they do not know very much or know nothing at all about Islam.
A plurality of Americans say Islam does not encourage violence more than other religions.
Majorities or pluralities in 12 of 22 nations disapprove of how President Obama has dealt with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
A majority of Americans say the U.S. is no better prepared for a natural disaster than it was before Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans.
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