Here's how Americans feel about climate change
The majority of Americans think climate change will kill and displace a large number of people in the U.S. in the next 30 years, according to a survey by the Pew Research Center.
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What Russians think of the war in Ukraine, according to an independent pollster
Denis Volkov acknowledges that public opinion polling in Russia has its challenges and pitfalls, but says the findings still hold valuable information.
As U.S. Views Of China Grow More Negative, Chinese Support For Their Government Rises
Recent trends in public sentiment run parallel to deteriorating U.S.-China relations. In China, the pandemic "increased people's satisfaction and support for their government," says a sociologist.
Despite Mask Wars, Americans Support Aggressive Measures To Stop COVID-19, Poll Finds
Two-thirds of Americans believe the U.S. is handling the pandemic worse than other nations, an NPR/Ipsos poll finds. Majorities support more aggressive measures to stop the spread of the coronavirus.
Concern About Global Warming Among Americans Spikes, Report Says
The proportion of those polled who say global warming is "personally important" to them jumped from 63 to 72 percent last year.
New Poll Finds Americans Deeply Divided By Gender On Kavanaugh Nomination
An NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll shows a tight contest for credibility between Christine Blasey Ford and high court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. But 42 percent are unsure who is telling the truth.
Americans' Support For Abortion Rights Wanes As Pregnancy Progresses
A new Gallup poll finds widespread support for abortion rights in early pregnancy, while a minority support abortion rights in the third trimester.
People Back Editing Genes To Treat Disease, But Are Wary Of Inheritable Changes
Scientists are getting closer to being able to alter people's genes permanently. A survey found that people are more cautious about changes that could be passed on to future generations.
Among Trump Supporters, Conflicts Of Interest Aren't A Top Concern
President Trump's decision to hold onto his many businesses while in office has generated criticism from ethics experts. But among his supporters, the issue doesn't seem to be registering much so far.
Will Racism End When Old Bigots Die?
Do people still believe the age-old notion that the next generation will deliver us from racism? Code Switch asked young and old(er). They rarely agreed on the answer.