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Pew Research CenterNovember 4, 2010
Once Again, The Future Ain’t What It Used to Be

In the 1990’s, Rising Optimism About the Next Generation

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Once Again, The Future Ain’t What It Used to Be
Declining Optimism About the Future of Today’s Children
Which Groups Have Grown Less Optimistic About Children’s Future?
Views on the Future of Today’s Children, by Demographic Group
Views on the Future of Today’s Children, by Immigrant Status
Views on the Future of Today’s Children, by Religion and Church Attendance
Views on the Future of Today’s Children, by Party, Ideology and Region
Quality of Life Correlates with Optimism About Childrens’ Future
Most Americans Say They Are Living Better Than Their Parents Did (graphic)
Most Parents Expect Their Children To Live Better Than Them–But More Now Have Doubts (graphic)
Most Americans Say They Are Living Better Than Their Parents Did (chart)
Most Parents Expect Their Children To Live Better Than Them–But More Now Have Doubts (chart)
In the 1990’s, Rising Optimism About the Next Generation

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