Publications

Overview President Obama receives positive ratings for his handling of terrorism and most Americans say his administration’s policies will reduce the likelihood of another major attack on the United States. But as in recent years, the public remains deeply divided over how best to defend the nation against the threat of terrorism. Americans approve of […]

Sharp growth in illegal immigration and increased enforcement of immigration laws have dramatically altered the ethnic composition of offenders sentenced in federal courts.

More Americans would rather live in a place with more McDonald’s than Starbucks.

One-in-five Americans have had trouble paying their rent or mortgage in the past year.

One-in-five Hispanics who voted in last November’s election were first-time voters.

Three-in-ten Americans say belief is the key factor in achieving eternal life; about the same proportion view actions as the primary factor (29%).

Among adults who have lived in multiple communities, four-in-ten say home is not where they currently live.

Nearly four-in-ten voters identify themselves as Democrats.

The country’s financial crisis last week became the biggest story in more than three months. The Treasury Secretary got unflattering media reviews, but the press narrative turned more positive for President Obama.

Lee Rainie's speech at the Integrated Media Association meeting was a hit on Twitter.