Bias Perceived in News Coverage
The number of Americans who see a great deal of political bias in news coverage has edged up to 37% from 31% four years ago.
February 23-26, 2012 Weekly Survey
Murray’s ‘Coming Apart’ misses our history
The new normal in the digital age
The new normal in the age of social media
Blogs and Twitter Make the Grammys—and Chris Brown—the No. 1 Topic
One particular performer at the February 12 Grammy ceremonies triggered a torrent of conversation in the social media last week. And much of that discussion included anger directed the awards, the singer and even some of his fans.
Privacy management on social media sites
Most users choose restricted privacy settings while profile “pruning†and unfriending people is on the rise
Auto Bailout Now Backed, Stimulus Divisive
Overview Public support for government loans to major U.S. automakers has increased sharply since 2009. Opinions are far less positive, however, about two other major initiatives to bolster the economy – the 2008 bank bailout and the 2009 stimulus plan. Americans also are of two minds when it comes to government regulation of business. While […]
Religion in the News
The biggest religion stories during 2011 centered on tensions over Islam and the U.S. presidential campaign, with more than half of the politically-focused coverage involving Republican hopeful Mitt Romney and his Mormon faith, according to a new study.
By the numbers: Technology’s place in our lives
Director Lee Rainie presented data on technology's place in our lives according to numbers at the Wisdom 2.0 Conference in Redwood City, CA.
Religion in the News: Islam and Politics Dominate Religion Coverage in 2011
The biggest religion stories of 2011 involved tensions over Islam and questions about faith in presidential politics, especially Mormonism, according to an annual review of religion in the news.
