Most Americans Very Concerned About Profanity, Sex, Violence on TV
By a 57% to 35% margin, American adults believe that protecting children from indecency is more important than freedom of speech.
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June 15, 2007
June 14, 2007
57% Believe Life on Other Planets Likely
Fifty-seven percent (57%) of Americans say it is Somewhat or Very Likely that life exists on other planets. A Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey finds that 35% say life is Not Very Likely or Not at All Likely.
May 31, 2007
Hurricane Season: 33% Think U.S. Better Prepared than Last Year
As the hurricane season begins, 33% of American adults believe the U.S. is better prepared this year than last year.
May 25, 2007
Poll: 76% Have Favorable Opinion of the Military
This Memorial Day, 76% of Americans have a favorable opinion of the U.S. military. Just 14% have an unfavorable opinion. The celebrations hit close to home for millions of Americans. Sadly, 30% know someone who has given their life while serving the country.
May 21, 2007
23% Agree with Pope on Denying Communion to Pro-Choice Politicians
Pope Benedict XVI is viewed favorably by 44% of American adults and unfavorably by 26%. The latest Rasmussen Reports survey found that 30% have no opinion one way or the other.
May 16, 2007
US Postal Service Gets Favorable Reviews Despite Higher Price of Stamps
The U.S. Postal Service is holding its own in the era of e-mail and instant messaging—at least in the court of public opinion.
May 3, 2007
Only 27% Are "Very Confident" Grocery Food is Safe
Seventy-seven percent (77%) of adult Americans are at least somewhat confident that their grocery food is safe, but only 27% are Very Confident.
April 11, 2007
Poll: Americans Believe They’re Paying More Than Fair Share of Taxes
Half (50%) of American adults believe that those who earn twice as much as they do pay less than twice as much in taxes. Just 7% believe that those who earn more pay more than their pro rata share while 19% believe that those who earn twice as much pay twice as much. Twenty-four percent (24%) are not sure.
March 30, 2007
Poll: 25% Have Found Mistakes on Wikipedia
The emergence of online video is increasing the gap between the Internet community and those who don’t go online.
March 20, 2007
Poll: 29% Declare Spring Their Favorite Season
Spring is officially here! As flowers bloom and Easter emerges, 29% of American adults declared springtime as their favorite season. However, summer sprung ahead of spring as 31% percent named the steamy months of summer as their favorite season.
March 19, 2007
Poll: 29% of Adults Watched Video Online During Past Week
The emergence of online video is increasing the gap between the Internet community and those who don’t go online. While 24% of Americans rarely or never go online, a Rasmussen Reports survey found that 29% of American adults watched online video within the last week.
March 12, 2007
Most Changed Their Clocks Before Bed for Daylight Savings Time
Fifty-eight percent (58%) of American adults changed the clock for Daylight Savings Time before going to bed on Saturday night while 38% waited until Sunday morning to make the change.
February 23, 2007
Poll: 70% Say Cigarette Companies Not Liable for Smokers’ Health Issues
Nine-out-of-ten Americans (91%) believe that cigarette smokers are aware of the health dangers involved with the practice.
January 31, 2007
Poll: 17% of Computer Users Will Buy Vista Soon
After six years and a six billion dollar investment, Microsoft released Vista on January 30. By the time of the launch, most Americans (53%) had already read, seen, or heard new stories about the first upgrade of the company’s flagship operating system since Windows XP.
January 22, 2007
Poll: Just 12% Prefer Winter Vacations
Whether it’s skiing on the snowy mountains or ice skating in Rockefeller Center, a vacation can be a royal getaway for those who crave the cold.
January 17, 2007
Poll: 30% Believe Embryonic Stem Cell Research Morally Wrong
Two-out-of-three Americans (66%) believe that “embryonic stem cell research" is at least somewhat likely to lead to cures to previously incurable diseases.
January 3, 2007
Lower Job Satisfaction Prompts Year-End Decline in Worker Confidence
The Hudson Employment Index (SM) fell 2.6 points to 102.7 in December, primarily as a result of lowered job satisfaction and increased job loss concerns. The monthly measure lost ground following a nearly four point rise in November.
December 30, 2006
42% Will Make New Year's Resolution
Forty-two percent (42%) of Americans say that they will make a New Year’s Resolution for 2007.
December 29, 2006
More Will Pray Than Drink on New Year’s Eve
Seventy-one percent (71%) of Americans will offer a prayer for the New Year on New Year’s Eve. Thirty-six percent (36%) will have a drink to welcome in 2007.
December 28, 2006
2006: 44% Say it Was a Good Year
Four percent (4%) of Americans rate 2006 as one of the best years ever. Another 40% say it was a good or an excellent year.
