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No Religion, No Problem »
A PEW religious affiliation survey revealed that in 2012, over 45 million Americans described their religious affiliation as "none." Only…
#Lies: The Most Prolific Lie Ever Told... »
"I have read and agreed to the terms and conditions." You know you've done it. You've clicked that little box…
No Place Like Home »
According to a 2008 PEW research survey, 57% of American adults have never moved outside of their home state. The…
Fast Food, Frequent Visits »
The United States certainly loves its fast food. Over half of all Americans frequent a fast food restaurant at least…
Everyone Loves a Juicy Conspiracy »
A Public Policy survey found that a certain percentage of Americans hold some very interesting beliefs. Asking questions regarding a…
#FoxMisinforms - Obama and Deportation »
I don't love Obama's record on deportation. But I assume Conservatives would ... if they knew the truth. Hats off…
Trust Financial Institutions or #FinancialRegulation? »
When it comes to finance, Americans express minimal trust in Wall Street brokers. We also are not very confident in…
Are jobs hard to find? Americans are looking »
In February 2009, a few months after the Wall Street crash, 80 percent of Americans told pollsters that jobs were…
The Baltimore Riots: Does Violence Solve Anything? »
Following the death of Freddie Grey, a young black man seemingly killed at the hands of the Baltimore police, the…
Our Federal #Budget On The Cutting Room Floor ... Or Is It? »
When it comes to the federal budget deficit, Americans hold some contradictory views. The majority of the public believes that…
A First For American Opinions on Same-Sex Marriage »
In 2001, Americans opposed same-sex marriage 57% to 35%. Since, support for same-sex marriage has grown. Today, a majority of…
Friends and Politics Don't Mix »
If you want to keep your friends, it might be a good idea to not talk about politics. While fervent…
Doctors of Death »
Deaths resulting from preventable medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States. Further, the number…
In Case of Emergency, A Quarter of America Is In Trouble »
My mom always told me to save for a rainy day. But it's not always easy. Some Americans don't get…
The Politically Disengaged Youth »
A study by ABC News revealed the truth behind a long-standing characterization of American youth: they are not politically engaged.…
The Tricky Thing About Optimism »
Celebrated as one of the most optimistic people in the world, most Americans feel pessimistic about our nation's future, particularly…
Food Stamps: Americans Approve—Fox News? Not So Much. »
73% of American voters believe food stamps are very or fairly important. But all that right-wing talk show hosts want…
In Service To Their Country, Or Themselves? »
In America today, it can be difficult to differentiate the people who truly want what is best for the country…
#identitytheft: Our Most Sensitive Information »
When it comes to sensitive information, many Americans like to play their cards close to their vest. One's social security…
Should There Be Politics In The Pulpit? »
Although the influence of the church is declining in America, the public is divided on the issue of whether religious…
How Do We Kill? »
Interestingly, firing squads are not offered in any state as an option to the inmates (Oklahoma allows firing squads if…
The Drug War - Not So Hidden Racism »
African Americans are disproportionately incarcerated on drug related charges. Clearly the drug war is an instrument of, at least, institutional…
How To Deal With ISIS, According To Americans »
The vast majority of Americans agree that action must be taken against ISIS. While simply providing humanitarian support to refugees…
Obamacare Still Leaves Millions Uninsured »
Although the passage of the ACA was heralded as a major accomplishment that would provide "universal coverage," for nearly all…
Viewing Ferguson Through The Lens Of Race »
When it comes to Ferguson, there's a serious divide between white and black Americans' opinions regarding the issue of race.…
Science fiction technologies may actually become available! »
Technology is advancing at an ever-accelerating rate, and for many Americans, the possibilities of future technology are ambitious to say…
America's Decline In Violent Crime »
Many Americans hold the false notion that violent crime is on the rise in the US. That perception, though, couldn't…
Americans Ignore Racial Discrimination Even Today »
This means the 28.1% poverty and 13.4% unemployment rates blacks face, along with high incarceration figures and a wage gap,…
Let's Raise the Minimum Wage Already — Americans Are Ready »
A poll from The Wall Street Journal shows that a solid majority of Americans (63%) favor raising the minimum wage…
Too Many Americans Don't Believe These Basic Facts »
While a recent poll reveals that 82% of Americans are confident that smoking causes cancer, it also reveals that a…
Americans Not Too Concerned About Global Warming »
When asked, "How much do you personally worry about global warming?" only 34% of Americans said they worry "a great…
Are We The Cause Of Climate Change? »
The vast majority of Americans agree: the climate is changing. What we do not agree upon, however, is whether or…
The Jokes We Can't Tell »
There are jokes that are tasteless, then there are those that are considered to be wholly unacceptable. A recent poll…
America The Restless »
In the United States, a good night's rest can be difficult to come by. Only about one in seven Americans…
The Prison Gender Gap »
There are a little over two hundred thousand Americans currently incarcerated within the United States. The disparity between men and…
What Does The Confederate Flag Mean To You? »
The use and presence of the Confederate flag has always been somewhat of a contentious issue within the United States.…