A new Ipsos-World Economic Forum survey finds that in 27 countries, an average of 65% of all adults think that, in their country, someone’s race, ethnicity, or national origin influences their employment opportunities. When considering their own race, ethnicity, or national origin, more than one third say it has impacted […] Read more »
Most Think California Children Will Be Worse Off than Their Parents; Two-Thirds See Income Inequality Widening
A solid majority of Californians say children growing up in the state today will be worse off financially than their parents, while more than two-thirds say the gap between rich and poor is widening. In the past year, more than four in ten households with annual incomes below $40,000 had […] Read more »
Financial concerns and the coronavirus
Nearly a quarter of Americans say they have had trouble paying their rent or mortgage as a result of the coronavirus and the resulting economic shutdowns. … Many Americans also have financial concerns when looking ahead to the future. 28% are at least somewhat concerned that they will lose their […] Read more »
Fewer Americans Call for Tougher Criminal Justice System
Americans’ belief that the U.S. criminal justice system is “not tough enough” on crime is now half of what it was in Gallup’s initial reading of 83% in 1992. The latest measure, at 41%, is the lowest on record and down slightly from the previous reading in 2016 — although […] Read more »
Bipartisan Majorities Favor Tax Incentives For Clean Energy and Efficiency
A new in-depth survey finds bipartisan majorities support a number of tax incentives that seek to reduce the use of fossil fuels. The proposals, all introduced in Congress, include measures to encourage developing alternative sources of clean energy–such as solar and wind, making homes and commercial buildings more energy efficient, […] Read more »
Optimism About Black Americans’ Opportunities in U.S. Falls
As the nation continues to grapple with the issue of racial injustice, majorities in the U.S. still believe Black and White Americans have the same chances to obtain a good education, affordable housing or any job for which they are qualified. Yet, the percentages saying the opportunities are equally good […] Read more »