The current government shutdown is showing some interesting trends. Unlike the last one, President Trump's approval ratings are not taking a hit. In fact, they're up by a point. This is quite a shift from the last shutdown when his ratings dropped by three points. What's more, fewer people are blam
Americans are united in one belief: political violence is wrong. Yet, many fear it will become more common in the future. This concern isn't new, but it has grown over recent years. Politics seems to be the main reason people can't get along. Most Americans believe that outside of politics, people
In September, a late-night TV host named Jimmy Kimmel got into hot water for a comment he made about someone named Charlie Kirk. The comment wasn't that big of a deal, but it upset President Donald Trump so much that the head of the Federal Communications Commission threatened ABC, the network that
In early 2025, a big change happened. The rules that stopped immigration enforcement in places like schools and hospitals were canceled. This sparked a lot of debate. So, a survey was done to see what Americans think about this change. Over 3, 500 adults from different backgrounds shared their view
Washington, DC, has seen a drop in crime since federal law enforcement stepped in. But not everyone is happy about it. The city's mayor, Muriel Bowser, says crime has gone down. She points to fewer carjackings, gun crimes, and homicides. She thinks people feel more accountable now. But she also say
Americans have seen a lot of floods lately. In the past five years, about 20% of people in the U. S. have dealt with major flooding. Most of these folks think climate change had something to do with it. Before the recent floods in Texas, people were pretty confident in the National Weather Service.
People are talking about brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) a lot lately. These gadgets let users control devices just by thinking about it. For some, this sounds like a dream come true. For others, it's a bit of a nightmare. A closer look at public opinions over the last decade shows a mix of excite
People have different ideas about what counts as an abortion. This isn't just a medical or legal question. It's also about what everyday folks think. A recent study looked into this by asking over 2, 600 people from three western U. S. states what they consider abortion. The study found that people
In the heart of London, a significant debate is unfolding. Lawmakers are set to vote on a bill that could reshape end-of-life choices for terminally ill adults in England and Wales. This isn't just any vote; it's a decision that could alter the course of social policy in a way not seen since the par
A recent poll revealed that the nation's stance on health issues isn't as divided as one might expect. The public's view on vaccines is quite clear. A large majority of adults back the use of vaccines to stop diseases. This support cuts across party lines, with most Republicans, Democrats,
