Military Families Consider Memorial Day More Important
Most Americans think of Memorial Day as the unofficial start of summer, but it has a more important meaning for military veterans and their families.
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May 27, 2021
April 22, 2021
Earth Day Doesn’t Get Much Credit for Environmental Awareness
A majority of Americans say they’ve done their share to clean up the planet, but most don’t credit Earth Day – celebrated annually on April 22 – for raising awareness of environmental issues.
April 2, 2021
Fewer Americans Will Attend Church This Easter
Perhaps because of the COVID-19 pandemic, most Americans don’t expect to celebrate this Easter Sunday in church.
April 1, 2021
Most Americans Believe in Resurrection of Jesus
As Easter weekend approaches, Americans overwhelmingly believe Jesus was the son of God and was raised from the dead.
March 16, 2021
St. Patrick’s Day: Nearly Half Will Wear Green, But Only 29% Will Have a Drink
Americans don’t consider St. Patrick’s Day one of the nation’s most important holidays, but nearly half say they’ll wear green Wednesday to mark the traditional Irish holiday.
February 15, 2021
Americans Admire Lincoln More Than Washington, But Don’t Favor Separate Holiday
The third Monday in February is observed as a federal holiday to honor our nation’s first president, George Washington, born February 22, 1732. It is commonly known as Presidents’ Day, to include Abraham Lincoln (born February 12, 1809) in the honor, but Americans don’t favor a separate holiday for Lincoln’s birthday.
February 11, 2021
Americans Don’t Have Much Love for Valentine’s Day
Sunday is Valentine’s Day, and if you’re not looking forward to the annual celebration of romance, you’re not alone.
December 31, 2020
Goodbye, Good Riddance to 2020
For most Americans, New Year’s Day is just another holiday, but they welcome it this year because it will put the dreadful 2020 behind them.
December 24, 2020
Fewer Plan To Attend Religious Services This Christmas
Most Americans still consider Christmas one of our most important holidays, but with the COVID-19 lockdown, fewer say they plan to go to church this holiday season.
December 23, 2020
17% Haven’t Started Their Holiday Shopping Yet
The clock’s ticking, and a sizable number of Americans still have holiday shopping to do.
December 11, 2020
Americans Put Jesus Far Ahead of Santa Again This Christmas
For most Americans, Christmas remains more a religious experience than a time to buy things.
December 3, 2020
Americans Plan To Spend Less This Holiday Season
Americans are holiday shopping at their usual pace but aren’t planning to spend as much as they have in the last several years.
November 27, 2020
33% Still Plan In-person Black Friday Shopping
With anti-coronavirus restrictions being reimposed in many areas, Americans are less likely to do any in-person Black Friday shopping this year, while online holiday shopping appears ready to edge past last year’s record pace.
November 25, 2020
Many Still Plan to Travel This Thanksgiving
Health officials have encouraged Americans not to travel this Thanksgiving to prevent a coronavirus surge, but travel plans appear to be down only slightly.
July 3, 2020
Only 40% Think Founders Would Consider America A Success This 4th of July
Respect for the Fourth of July is down this year, although most still recognize that it marks the signing of the Declaration of Independence. But Americans aren’t so sure the Founding Fathers who signed that important document would be happy with the country they initiated this day.
May 25, 2020
For Most, Summer Begins on Memorial Day, But Far Fewer Plan to Travel
Most Americans agree that Memorial Day – celebrated today – is the unofficial beginning of summer, but the number of those who plan a summer vacation this year has plummeted.
January 1, 2020
It’s New Year’s Day – So What!
Americans still don’t think much of New Year’s Day as far as holidays go, and most were planning to be well-behaved last night when welcoming in the new year.
December 31, 2019
50% Have A Kiss on Their List This New Year’s Eve
Most Americans will once again welcome the new year from home, and for many a kiss will be on the agenda.
December 30, 2019
Excitement About Year Ahead Is At A New High
Americans are more optimistic about the year ahead than they have been in a long time. With a presidential election coming in November, it’s interesting to note that Republicans are a lot more enthusiastic about 2020 than Democrats are.
December 25, 2019
For Most, Christmas Is Still The Best Holiday
Christmas still ranks first in the hearts of Americans.
