As a year marked by a pandemic, economic uncertainty, and a divisive election comes to a close, few Americans are feeling festive during the holiday season. Just 22% of Americans feel very or extremely festive this year, down from 49% one year ago.
Although more Americans are experiencing positive emotions than negative ones during this holiday season, they are less likely to report feeling gratitude, generosity, or festiveness compared with a year ago. CONTINUED
AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research