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December 25, 2018
December 24, 2018
Hey Holiday Shoppers, The Clock Is Ticking
The hour is getting late, but quite a few Americans have not yet begun to shop.
December 21, 2018
It’s the Holiday Travel Rush, But Americans Aren’t Going Anywhere
Today is expected to be one of the busiest travel days of the year, but most Americans are staying put this year.
December 21, 2018
Americans Haven’t Given Up On Christmas Cards
Though some consider the tradition of sending Christmas cards a relic of the past, nearly half still plan on mailing them out this year.
December 19, 2018
Many Are Feeling Charitable This Christmas
Americans don’t plan to be a Scrooge this Christmas and are instead planning to donate to charity in the name of holiday spirit.
December 19, 2018
What Are You Waiting For? One-in-Five Americans Haven’t Started Holiday Shopping Yet
‘Twas the week before Christmas, but one-in-five Americans have not yet started their holiday shopping.
December 18, 2018
Most are Good Spellers, Don’t Consult Dictionary Often
Dictionary publishers around the globe are now broadcasting their picks for this year’s “word of the year”, but are dictionaries still relevant in today’s age?
December 17, 2018
Americans Blame Politicians, News Media for 'Toxic' Culture
The Oxford English Dictionary named “toxic” as the word of the year for 2018 because of its increased usage in the context of the environment, politics and in connection with the #MeToo movement. Americans are torn on whether the word should have received the honor, but agree that politicians and the media have contributed to a toxic culture.
December 17, 2018
Religion An Important Part of Most Americans’ Lives
With the holiday season upon us, most Americans still consider their faith an important part of their life, even if they don’t attend services regularly.
December 13, 2018
Americans Think More Religion Would Make the Country a Better Place
This holiday season, Americans think a little more religion would go a long way.
December 12, 2018
Few Think They Have True Freedom of Speech Today
With beloved holiday songs and shows now coming under fire for supposedly inappropriate messages, many are wondering whether free speech is officially dead.
December 11, 2018
Americans Overwhelmingly Celebrate Christmas
Christmas is once again top dog this holiday season, as most Americans prepare to welcome Santa and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ this December.
December 11, 2018
74% Say Christmas Should Be Celebrated in Public Schools
Most Americans continue to believe Christmas should be celebrated in public schools, and that there’s a place for religious symbols on public land.
December 11, 2018
Americans Aren't Enthusiastic About Driverless Cars
Uber is restarting its testing of driverless cars, eight months after one of their self-driving vehicles struck and killed a pedestrian, but Americans aren’t any readier to embrace the technology.
December 10, 2018
Jesus Vs. Santa, And The Winner Is…
Most Americans still believe Jesus is the reason for the season and prefer commercial Christmas greetings over generic holiday ones.
December 7, 2018
Americans Are In a Decorating Mood This Holiday Season
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and perhaps that’s because more Americans are decorating their home this year for the holidays.
December 7, 2018
One-In-Five Have Food Allergies in Their Family
Researchers worldwide are investigating a rise in food allergies, especially among children. Here in the United States, roughly one-in-five Americans say they have been impacted by the potentially fatal problem, most often as the result of nut allergies.
December 5, 2018
Americans Still Support Voluntary Euthanasia
California has adopted a law that allows doctors to prescribe life-ending drugs if they determine a patient has six months or less to live, and Americans continue to favor such voluntary euthanasia laws. Many would even consider it for themselves or a loved one.
December 4, 2018
Online is Key For Holiday Shoppers This Year
This year’s biggest online shopping day, Cyber Monday, broke sales records, and most plan to do at least some of their holiday shopping this year via the web. Regardless of how they shop, though, most Americans enjoy the process.
November 29, 2018
Fewer Americans Have Started Holiday Shopping Post-Black Friday
Americans are getting a slower start on their holiday shopping this year than in years past, which may have contributed to the reported lower-than-usual Black Friday sales for stores.
