Memorial Day More Important Than Ever, Americans Say
As the nation celebrates a day honoring its military heroes, the importance of Memorial Day is rated higher than ever.
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May 29, 2023
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
December 14, 2022
‘Deck the Halls’? Most Americans Will Decorate for the Holidays
More Americans expect to have a Christmas tree this year, although slightly fewer will decorate their homes for the holiday season.
November 25, 2022
Black Friday: More Plan Shopping Excursions This Year
The number of Americans who expect to visit stores to take advantage of Black Friday prices is up this year, but most of them don’t plan to spend more on holiday gift shopping.
November 24, 2022
Thanksgiving 2022: ‘We Gather Together’
Most Americans will spend this Thanksgiving Day at home with family and friends.
November 18, 2022
Most Americans Haven’t Started Holiday Shopping Yet
While many Americans aren’t waiting for Black Friday to begin shopping for holiday gifts, most haven’t gotten started yet.
November 18, 2022
Is Inflation Affecting Thanksgiving Plans?
As Thanksgiving approaches, many Americans say inflation has led them to change their holiday plans.
November 11, 2022
Veterans Day: More Important Than Ever
Today is Veterans Day, and the number of Americans who believe it is one of America’s most important holidays is at an all-time high.
September 22, 2022
22% Say Fall Is Their Favorite Season
Today is the first day of autumn, and nearly half of Americans are happy it’s here.
September 5, 2022
Americans Honor Workers on Labor Day
Although it’s not viewed as one of America’s most important holidays, Labor Day is seen more as a recognition of workers than merely the unofficial end of summer.
July 4, 2022
Most Say Founding Fathers Wouldn’t Be Happy
More than ever, Americans this Fourth of July think the Founding Fathers would be disappointed in the nation they established 246 years ago.
June 16, 2022
Fatherhood: Man’s Most Important Job?
Father’s Day is this Sunday, and Americans overwhelmingly believe dads still matter.
