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March 30, 2023

Opening Day: Take Me Out to the Ballgame?

Major League Baseball (MLB) begins its 2023 season today, and more fans expect to watch “America’s pastime” this year.

March 24, 2023

Is Disney Ruining the Movies?

While some fans say Disney’s takeover of the “Star Wars” and Marvel comics film franchises have made those movies worse, most Americans don’t agree.

March 17, 2023

St. Patrick’s Day: More Americans Will Celebrate With a Drink

This year’s celebration of St. Patrick’s Day may be extra festive, as more Americans say they’ll have a drink for the holiday.

March 9, 2023

More Americans See Economic Fairness for Women

An increasing number of Americans believe the U.S. economy is fair to women, and most see careers and family life as equally important for women.

March 8, 2023

Traditional Values Still Matter in Schools, Americans Say

Teaching traditional values remains important, according to an overwhelming majority of Americans, but less than half think public schools do a good job at it.

February 28, 2023

41% Say Race Relations Are Getting Worse

As Black History Month comes to an end, a plurality of Americans believe race relations in the country are getting worse.

February 22, 2023

Not ‘Woke’ Yet? Most Voters Reject Anti-White Beliefs

Despite years of progressive activism, a majority of Americans still don’t buy into the “woke” narrative that white people have a monopoly on racism.

February 20, 2023

Trump Dominates Presidents Day Poll

As the nation celebrates Presidents Day, a plurality of Americans consider former President Donald Trump both the best and worst of recent leaders.

February 14, 2023

Romantic Dinner Remains Valentine’s Day Favorite

Dinner with that special someone remains the favorite way to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

February 10, 2023

Super Bowl LVII: ‘Fly, Eagles, Fly’?

The Philadelphia Eagles are fan favorites to win Super Bowl LVII when they take on the Kansas City Chiefs in Tempe, Arizona, on Sunday.

January 16, 2023

MLK Day: Closer to ‘The Dream’?

A growing number of Americans now believe Martin Luther King Jr.’s dreams of equal opportunity in the country have become a reality.

January 11, 2023

NFL Handled of Hamlin Injury Well, Most Americans Say

While many Americans think the National Football League needs to do more to protect players, a majority approve the league’s handling of a recent high-profile injury.

January 5, 2023

Majority Support Concealed Carry Without Permit

Most Americans still don’t think new gun control laws are the best way to fight crime, and half approve of states dropping permit requirements for concealed carry of firearms.

December 30, 2022

Fewer Expect Midnight Kisses This New Year’s Eve

Two-thirds of Americans expect to be home when the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve, and less than half think they’ll welcome 2023 with a kiss.

December 28, 2022

Americans Expect 2023 to Be Even Better

Although few Americans think 2022 was one of the best years ever, they rated it better than last year, and they have higher expectations for 2023.

December 23, 2022

Christmas 2022: Still ‘The Most Wonderful Time of the Year’

Public opinion often changes, but year in and year out, Christmas remains America’s favorite holiday.

December 23, 2022

Jesus or Santa? Christmas Still Religious Holiday for Most Americans

Americans may be looking forward to a visit from the jolly fellow in the red suit, but most say Christmas is still about the baby born in Bethlehem.

December 22, 2022

52% Haven’t Finished Christmas Shopping Yet

With the clock ticking down to Christmas, more than half of Americans still have last-minute gift shopping to do.

December 16, 2022

Bah, Humbug? Nearly Two-Thirds Say Christmas Is Too Commercialized

Tired of the endless holiday shopping hype? You’re certainly not alone, as most Americans think Christmas has become too commercialized.

December 16, 2022

Holiday Travel Back Above Pre-Pandemic Levels

After two years of disruption by COVID-19, more Americans are planning holiday travel this year, even exceeding pre-pandemic levels.