An overwhelming share of America’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender adults (92%) say society has become more accepting of them in the past decade and an equal number expect it to grow even more accepting in the decade ahead. … At the same time, however, a new nationally representative survey […] Read more »
Public Preferences Differ on Top SCOTUS Cases
A majority is holding fast in support for gay marriage, and even more Americans say legally married gays should receive full federal benefits. But opinions shift on another social and legal issue, with three-quarters – including more than seven in 10 whites and nonwhites alike – opposed to consideration of […] Read more »
Wide majority opposes race-based college admissions programs
Americans overwhelmingly oppose race-based college admissions and support extending federal benefits to same-sex couples, according to a new Washington Post-ABC News poll that finds broad public agreement on issues awaiting Supreme Court decisions this month. Three quarters of Americans, 76 percent, oppose allowing universities to consider race when selecting students, […] Read more »
Libertarianism is in vogue — again
Looking for the hot new(ish) thing in American politics? Try libertarianism. Yes, that long-dismissed political philosophy that eschews government intervention in favor of individual liberty is again coming into vogue — particularly among young voters. Two issues highlight the growing libertarian strain in the country. [cont.] Chris Cillizza, Washington Post Read more »
Same-Sex Marriage Is Seen in Poll as an Issue for the States
A solid majority of Americans opposes a broad national right to same-sex marriage, saying the power to legalize gay unions should rest with the states — even as most support marriage equality for gay people, according to the latest New York Times/CBS News poll. [cont.] Sheryl Gay Stolberg & Dalia […] Read more »
In Gay Marriage Debate, Both Supporters and Opponents See Legal Recognition as ‘Inevitable’
As support for gay marriage continues to increase, nearly three-quarters of Americans – 72% – say that legal recognition of same-sex marriage is “inevitable.” This includes 85% of gay marriage supporters, as well as 59% of its opponents. The national survey by the Pew Research Center, conducted May 1-5 among […] Read more »