Media Attitudes

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reportFeb 26, 2020

Most say journalists should be watchdogs, but views of how well they fill this role vary by party, media diet

Nearly three out of four U.S. adults say that, in general, it’s important for journalists to function as watchdogs over elected officials.
short readsFeb 26, 2020

Americans’ news fatigue isn’t going away – about two-thirds still feel worn out

66% of Americans feel worn out by the amount of news there is these days – a feeling that has persisted for several years now.
short readsJan 24, 2020

Q&A: How Pew Research Center evaluated Americans’ trust in 30 news sources

Our director of journalism studies explains how we determined what media outlets Americans turn to and trust for their political news.
reportApr 23, 2019

News Media Attitudes in France

France stands out from other Western European countries for its broad discontent toward the news media. About a third of adults say they trust the news media, including just 4% who say they have a lot of trust
short readsJun 8, 2018

Across Western Europe, public news media are widely used and trusted sources of news

In seven Western European countries surveyed, the top main source for news is a public news organization – such as the BBC in the UK, Sveriges Television/Radio (SVT/Radio) in Sweden or ARD in Germany – rather than a private one.
reportJun 5, 2018

Almost seven-in-ten Americans have news fatigue, more among Republicans
reportJan 11, 2018

Publics Globally Want Unbiased News Coverage, but Are Divided on Whether Their News Media Deliver

A global median of 75% want their news media to be unbiased when covering political issues, yet many say the news media do a poor job of reporting on political issues fairly.
short readsSep 21, 2017

Most Americans get their science news from general outlets, but many doubt their accuracy

Where do Americans go to stay informed about science topics? Here are some key takeaways about Americans’ science news habits today.
short readsJan 25, 2017

Most officers say the media treat police unfairly

Among the challenges U.S. police officers perceive on the job is a widespread feeling that police are mistreated by the media.
short readsOct 18, 2016

Most Americans trust the military and scientists to act in the public’s interest

Three-quarters or more of Americans are confident in the military, medical scientists and scientists in general to act in the best interests of the public. But fewer than half report similar confidence in the news media, business leaders and elected officials.

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Most say journalists should be watchdogs, but views of how well they fill this role vary by party, media diet

Americans’ news fatigue isn’t going away – about two-thirds still feel worn out

Q&A: How Pew Research Center evaluated Americans’ trust in 30 news sources

News Media Attitudes in France

Across Western Europe, public news media are widely used and trusted sources of news

Almost seven-in-ten Americans have news fatigue, more among Republicans

Most Americans get their science news from general outlets, but many doubt their accuracy

Most Americans trust the military and scientists to act in the public’s interest

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