Are Hurricanes Getting Worse?
Hurricane Helene wrought devastation across the South this week, but most Americans don’t believe this year’s hurricane season has been worse than usual.
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October 3, 2024
September 25, 2024
Dogs: Still Man’s Best Friend (and Woman’s, Too)
There’s been a surprising amount of politics about pets this year, but America’s choice is clear – dogs beat cats by a wide margin.
September 19, 2024
39% Say Fall Is Their Favorite Season
Fall will officially arrive this weekend, and many Americans will be in a better mood because of it.
September 17, 2024
Killer Shot? Most Still Suspect COVID-19 Vaccine Risk
Suspicion that COVID-19 vaccines may be to blame for unexplained deaths remains high, and many Americans think someone they know could be among the victims.
September 11, 2024
Government Employees Overpaid, Most Americans Say
President Joe Biden recently announced another pay raise for federal employees, but a majority of Americans think government workers are already making more.
September 5, 2024
How Much Is College Education Worth?
Even as the cost of attending some universities nears $100,000 a year, only about 1-in-5 Americans believe the value of college education has increased.
August 30, 2024
35% of Americans Rate Public Schools ‘Poor’
Barely a quarter of Americans think the country’s public schools are doing a good or excellent job, and a solid majority approve of homeschooling.
August 22, 2024
64% of Gun Owners Feel Safer
Americans who own firearms say gun ownership makes them feel safer.
August 20, 2024
When Should Kids Get Their Own Cell Phone?
A majority of Americans still don’t believe young people should have their own cell phones before age 15.
August 14, 2024
Are Schools Doing Too Much or Not Enough for Transgender Students?
As students prepare for the beginning of another school year, Americans are clearly divided over transgender policies.
August 7, 2024
‘One Nation Under God’? Most Still Want Pledge in Schools
A majority of Americans still support requiring school children to recite the Pledge of Allegiance daily.
August 6, 2024
Most See Teachers’ Unions Mainly Concerned With Job-Protection
Although public opinion of teachers’ unions have improved in the past four years, half of Americans still think the unions care less about education than about protecting their members’ jobs.
July 31, 2024
Most Still Don’t See Electric Vehicles as Practical
Even while some politicians demand the elimination of gasoline-powered vehicles, most Americans still don’t consider electric replacements practical.
July 30, 2024
Diversity? Most Americans Think It’s Great
The word “diversity” has become a source of political controversy, but in reality most Americans have no problem with it, an opinion that has remained unchanged the past five years.
July 25, 2024
Just 12% Think Opioid Problem Is Getting Better
Far more Americans believe the country’s opioid drug abuse problem has gotten worse in the past year than think it's gotten better.
July 11, 2024
Summer Heat: 62% Blame Climate Change
Most Americans think it’s hotter than usual this summer, and a majority suspect it’s because of climate change.
July 4, 2024
Fourth of July Now Ranked Most Important Holiday
As the nation celebrates Independence Day, more Americans than ever rate the Fourth of July as the nation’s top holiday.
July 2, 2024
Proud to Be an American? 80% Say Yes!
As the nation prepares to celebrate Independence Day on July 4, Americans are overwhelmingly proud of their country and its history.
June 18, 2024
‘Elite’? Americans Not Impressed With Ivy League
Graduates of Ivy League universities may think they’re better than everybody else, but Americans overwhelmingly disagree.
June 18, 2024
School Bullying ‘Traumatic,’ Most Americans Believe
Getting bullied in school should not be considered a normal part of childhood, according to a majority of Americans.
