Renee Stepler

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Most Americans see fundamental differences between men and women in their traits and characteristics and in the pressures they face from society.

Most Democrats are dissatisfied with the nation's progress on gender equality, while more than half of Republicans say it has been about right.

Women's contributions to U.S. household incomes have grown. Yet, men contribute more of the income in most couples, and this reality aligns with public sentiments.

Half of U.S. adults today are married, a share that has remained relatively stable in recent years but dramatically different from the peak of 72% in 1960.

The demographic makeup of the country's active-duty force has changed over time, and those changes tend to reflect trends in the broader society.

Roughly half of U.S. cohabiters are younger than 35. But an increasing number of Americans ages 50 and older are in cohabiting relationships.

Many Americans support paid family and medical leave, and most supporters say employers should cover the costs.

Among U.S. adults ages 50 and older, the divorce rate has roughly doubled since the 1990s.