How Does America Feel About the Baby Boom Generation?
The generation known as the Baby Boomers has again produced the two major party presidential candidates, even as most of them are heading into retirement.
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August 3, 2016
August 1, 2016
Americans Disagree With Decision to Release Reagan Shooter
A federal judge last week ordered that John W. Hinckley Jr. who shot President Ronald Reagan and three others in 1981 be released from a government psychiatric hospital and allowed to live with his elderly mother in Virginia. Most Americans don't approve of the judge’s decision. (To see survey question wording, click here.)
July 25, 2016
Users Strongly Reject Censorship on Facebook, Twitter
Political conservatives have charged in recent months that major social media sites like Facebook and Twitter are censoring their points of view. Regular users of those sites, especially those under the age of 40, strongly disagree with any attempts to close down free speech.
July 14, 2016
Views on Police Discrimination Little Changed Since Ferguson
Despite escalating tensions over police shootings that led to widespread protests and the killing of five police officers in Dallas last week, most voters continue to view crime in inner cities as a bigger problem than police discrimination against minorities. But blacks are far more likely to say they are treated unfairly by the police.
July 13, 2016
Americans Agree Clinton’s Free College Plan Isn’t Free
Democrats are a lot more enthusiastic about Hillary Clinton’s plan for so-called “free” college than other Americans are, but all agree that taxpayers will be the ones who pick up the tab.
June 30, 2016
If Americans Could Live Anywhere in the World, They'd Still Choose U.S.
This Fourth of July, Americans will celebrate the independence of the United States of America, and most say they wouldn’t choose to live anywhere else.
June 29, 2016
More Americans Are Taking Summer Vacations
Could this be a sign of a recovering economy? More Americans say they have taken summer vacations or plan to take one this year than they have for several years.
June 22, 2016
Home Brewers Are Bubbling Up
Craft beer is gaining popularity among American drinkers, and a sizable number now say they brew their own.
June 16, 2016
Americans Still Worry About Overpopulation
Last year produced the lowest U.S. fertility and birth rate on record, but Americans still are far more concerned about the population growing too fast.
June 9, 2016
Are Pro Sports Taking Concussions Seriously?
Despite growing concern about the danger to athletes of receiving too many concussions, Americans question whether professional sports organizations are doing enough about it.
June 8, 2016
How Religious Are Americans These Days?
A majority of Americans consider themselves to be religious, though there’s less religiosity among younger adults.
May 27, 2016
Americans Are More Critical of Airport Security Process
Long lines of frustrated passengers at airports around the country have already prompted the removal of a top official at the struggling Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Americans still have a high opinion of airline safety but are definitely more critical of the TSA and airport security.
May 18, 2016
65% Favor Federal Regulation of E-Cigarettes
The federal Food and Drug Administration recently announced that it will place strict regulations on electronic cigarettes similar to those on traditional cigarettes.
May 17, 2016
Most School Parents Oppose Transgender Bathroom Policy
Americans appear more receptive to letting transgender people use the bathrooms they prefer, but most adults with school-age children still are opposed.
May 12, 2016
Americans Are More Supportive of Home Pot Use
Despite increasing moves to legalize marijuana around the country, Americans remain closely divided on the issue but are in a less punishing mood about use of the drug.
May 11, 2016
Americans Are Less Confident in Their Auto Airbags
Following several airbag recalls for major automakers, Americans are slightly less trusting of the airbags in their cars.
May 11, 2016
What America Thinks About the Transgender Bathroom Debate
A legal battle is escalating between the U.S. Justice Department and North Carolina over the state’s bill that would ban individuals from using public restrooms that do not correspond to their biological gender. The Justice Department has filed a civil rights lawsuit against the state claiming the new law discriminates against transgender individuals, but North Carolina officials, arguing that their bill is a common-sense safety measure, have countered with a suit arguing the federal government is exceeding its authority.
May 5, 2016
Most Still Concerned About Zika Threat
As warmer weather arrives in much of the United States, most Americans see the mosquito-borne Zika virus as a major potential health problem but are confident public health agencies can handle it.
April 21, 2016
Texting During the Movie? No Way
Last week, movie theater chain AMC announced plans to allow text messaging in certain theaters during movie screenings, then quickly reversed its decision after a swift backlash. But even the mention of the idea was enough to get people talking, and their reaction was decisive: no texting during the movie.
April 13, 2016
Americans Put Country and God First
After family, what do Americans believe in most strongly? Their country and their religious faith.
