Most Americans See Retail Theft as a Serious Problem Where They Live
The problem of shoplifting and retail theft is a major concern for Americans, and more than a fifth say stores have closed in their community because of the problem.
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May 3, 2024
April 25, 2024
Americans Cite Self-Defense for Buying More Guns
More Americans are exercising their Second Amendment rights these days, and most see self-defense as the best reason for firearms ownership.
April 11, 2024
Evangelicals Most Likely to Consider Faith ‘Very Important’
Americans are less likely to identify as evangelical Christians than as Catholics or Protestants, but those who do say they’re evangelical are most likely to view their faith as very important.
April 3, 2024
Movies Aren't Getting Better, Most Americans Say
By a 2-to-1 margin, Americans believe movies have gotten worse in the 21st century.
March 28, 2024
Should Government Monitor Video Gamers for ‘Extremism’?
Federal agencies are working to combat extremism among online videogame players, and many gamers are OK with that.
March 26, 2024
The More Americans Know About DEI, the More They Hate It
Major corporations are pushing to implement DEI (“diversity, equity and inclusion”) policies, and familiarity breeds contempt.
March 12, 2024
Is the Internet Making Kids Crazy?
An overwhelming majority of Americans think young people spend too much time on social media, and think online overexposure may be causing mental health problems.
February 13, 2024
What’s Best for Valentine’s Day? (Hint: Not Chocolate or Flowers)
As Valentine’s Day arrives, most Americans would like to celebrate the romantic occasion with dinner for two.
January 30, 2024
Jews More Likely to Be Bullied, Americans Believe
At a time when war in the Middle East has heightened tensions, most Americans view anti-Semitism as the most prevalent source of religious bigotry.
January 18, 2024
Most Believe Climate Change Makes Winter Worse
Even though most Americans say this year’s winter is not worse than usual, a majority still believe climate change could cause more severe weather.
December 27, 2023
After Disappointing 2023, More Hope for a Better 2024
This year didn’t live up to expectations for most Americans, but many are still optimistic about 2024.
December 19, 2023
Anti-Semitism: 70% See Serious Campus Problem
Nearly half of Americans believe freedom of speech has declined at U.S. colleges and universities, and more than two-thirds say anti-Semitism is a serious campus problem.
November 17, 2023
45% Have Already Started Holiday Shopping
While the holiday shopping season traditionally begins on “Black Friday” – the day after Thanksgiving – many Americans aren’t waiting to buy gifts.
October 20, 2023
Who’s Rich and Who’s Middle Class?
More Americans now think they’re rich, but most still identify as middle class.
September 22, 2023
Fall Favorite Season for 40%
Tomorrow marks the official beginning of fall, and nearly half of Americans welcome the season.
September 6, 2023
How Bad Is Racism in America?
Although two-thirds of Americans agree that racism remains a serious problem, many still think we talk too much about race.
August 31, 2023
Generation Z: Ruined by Technology?
Most Americans don’t think “Generation Z” – born since the late 1990s – are better than earlier generations, and many blame Internet access for Gen Z’s problems.
August 23, 2023
36% Rate Public Schools ‘Poor’; Most Parents Approve Homeschooling
Less than a third of Americans think the country’s public schools are doing a good or excellent job, and most parents of school-age children approve of homeschooling.
August 9, 2023
36% of Americans Under 40 Have Considered Becoming ‘Influencers’
Although most Americans don’t pay much attention to so-called “influencers” on social media, many young adults have thought about pursuing such a career.
August 3, 2023
More Americans Think Kids Need Summer Camp
A larger majority of Americans now think summer camp is an important experience for children.
