If it's in the News, it's in our Polls. Public opinion polling since 2003.

Lifestyle

Most Recent Releases

September 22, 2023

Fall Favorite Season for 40%

Tomorrow marks the official beginning of fall, and nearly half of Americans welcome the season.

September 6, 2023

How Bad Is Racism in America?

Although two-thirds of Americans agree that racism remains a serious problem, many still think we talk too much about race.

September 4, 2023

Labor Day: It’s About Workers

The arrival of Labor Day marks the end of summer for many Americans, but most celebrate it as honoring the nation’s workers.

August 31, 2023

Generation Z: Ruined by Technology?

Most Americans don’t think “Generation Z” – born since the late 1990s – are better than earlier generations, and many blame Internet access for Gen Z’s problems.

August 23, 2023

36% Rate Public Schools ‘Poor’; Most Parents Approve Homeschooling

Less than a third of Americans think the country’s public schools are doing a good or excellent job, and most parents of school-age children approve of homeschooling.

August 9, 2023

36% of Americans Under 40 Have Considered Becoming ‘Influencers’

Although most Americans don’t pay much attention to so-called “influencers” on social media, many young adults have thought about pursuing such a career.

August 3, 2023

More Americans Think Kids Need Summer Camp

A larger majority of Americans now think summer camp is an important experience for children.

July 28, 2023

42% Say Opioid Crisis Getting Worse

Although concerns about the abuse of opioid drugs have eased somewhat, by more than a 2-to-1 margin, Americans say the problem has gotten worse in the past year.

July 26, 2023

More Americans Blame Climate Change for Summer Heat

How hot is it this summer? Hot enough that nearly two-thirds of Americans suspect climate change is to blame.

July 12, 2023

Confidence in Housing Market Remains Steady

Despite rising interest rates, most American homeowners remain confident in the resale value of their homes.

July 6, 2023

42% Say Movies Are Getting Worse

Most Americans say they’re not going to the movies as often as they did a few years ago, and the declining quality of Hollywood films seems to be a major reason.

July 4, 2023

Happy Independence Day!

After 247 years, the Fourth of July remains one of our most important holidays, according to a majority of Americans.

June 30, 2023

Backyard Fireworks Remain Popular This Fourth of July

Sales of consumer fireworks are booming, and many Americans expect they’ll be lighting up their own backyard displays to celebrate Independence Day this year.

June 28, 2023

Florida Remains Favorite Place to Live

If they had their choice, nearly 1-in-5 Americans would rather live in Florida.

June 16, 2023

Job Market Outlook Still Pessimistic

President Joe Biden says he’s created more jobs than any previous administration, but most Americans still don’t think the job market is improving.

June 14, 2023

Aliens Among Us? Most Americans Suspect UFO Government Cover-Up

More than one-in-five Americans say they or someone they know has seen an unidentified flying object (UFO), and a majority think the government may be covering up the truth about UFOs.

June 8, 2023

More Plan Vacations This Summer

Perhaps boosted by lower gasoline costs, more Americans this year say they’re planning a vacation this summer.

June 6, 2023

Too Much Pride? Nearly Half of Target Shoppers Say ‘Yes’

June is LGBTQ “Pride” month, which has made the popular Target discount store chain a focus of controversy this year, and almost half of regular Target shoppers believe corporations go overboard in celebrating Pride month.

May 29, 2023

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.

May 26, 2023

Most Don’t Think High School Grads Are Ready for Work, College

With high school graduation season upon us, most Americans doubt that new graduates are prepared either to enter the job market or succeed in college.