74% Say Christmas Should Be Celebrated in Public Schools
Most Americans continue to believe Christmas should be celebrated in public schools, and that there’s a place for religious symbols on public land.
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December 11, 2018
December 10, 2018
Jesus Vs. Santa, And The Winner Is…
Most Americans still believe Jesus is the reason for the season and prefer commercial Christmas greetings over generic holiday ones.
December 7, 2018
Americans Are In a Decorating Mood This Holiday Season
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and perhaps that’s because more Americans are decorating their home this year for the holidays.
December 4, 2018
Online is Key For Holiday Shoppers This Year
This year’s biggest online shopping day, Cyber Monday, broke sales records, and most plan to do at least some of their holiday shopping this year via the web. Regardless of how they shop, though, most Americans enjoy the process.
November 22, 2018
Most Are Spending Thanksgiving at Home This Year
Many still see Thanksgiving as an important holiday, but it’s one they like to spend in the comfort of their own home.
November 19, 2018
Americans Are Getting A Head Start on Holiday Shopping
Americans aren’t waiting for Thanksgiving to be done to start their holiday shopping, and a growing number say they plan on opening their wallets wider this year than in years past.
November 9, 2018
Americans Salute Military Service This Veterans Day
Veterans Day, a federal holiday honoring those who have served in the U.S. military, is this Sunday, and many Americans rank it as one of the nation’s most significant days.
October 31, 2018
Americans Agree Halloween is For All
While it may not rank high in importance, Halloween’s not just for kids anymore.
September 3, 2018
Americans Honor Workers This Labor Day
More Americans are celebrating the “labor” in Labor Day this year.
July 4, 2018
Independence Day Still An Important Holiday for Americans
The Fourth of July continues to be one of the nation’s most important holidays in the eyes of Americans, but the number of adults who feel that way is dwindling.
June 15, 2018
63% Say Fatherhood Is a Man’s Most Important Role
Sunday is Father’s Day, and while most adults still think being a father is the most important job for a man today, that belief has tapered off from past years.
May 28, 2018
Americans Continue to Honor Memorial Day
Memorial Day, a time when Americans honor those who lost their lives while serving in the U.S. military, remains one of the nation's most important holidays.
May 25, 2018
Most Say Summer is (Unofficially) Here
This Memorial Day weekend, most Americans are marking the start of summer--unofficially. Most are also planning their summer vacations.
May 11, 2018
Americans Place More Importance on Mom This Year
As Mother’s Day approaches, more Americans now see the importance of the holiday and motherhood itself.
February 19, 2018
Americans Still Veto Separate Holiday for Lincoln
Americans honor both George Washington and Abraham Lincoln on Presidents’ Day which falls annually on or near Washington’s birthday. While Lincoln’s birthday is earlier in the month, most Americans think one holiday is enough for these two iconic presidents.
January 15, 2018
62% Say MLK's Dream Still Not Reality
More Americans than ever believe Martin Luther King Jr.’s dreams of equal opportunity in the country still aren’t a reality.
January 1, 2018
Happy New Year!
It’s officially 2018, but Americans don’t consider New Year’s Day all that important.
December 29, 2017
Most Will Welcome 2018 at Home, With a Kiss
Americans will be welcoming the new year from the comfort of their own homes, though many will be sharing a kiss, too.
December 28, 2017
Most Aren't Making New Year's Resolutions This Year
Americans aren’t as determined to start 2018 off on a new foot as they were to start 2017.
December 25, 2017
For Most, Christmas Is Still A Religious Time
Americans continue to rank Christmas as the nation’s top holiday, and most will attend a religious service to honor the holiday season.
