Pew Research: Many of America’s Teachers Are Working Two Jobs — for Survival
In classrooms across the country, public school teachers are grading papers by day — and stocking shelves, serving tables, or freelancing by night. According to new Pew Research analysis, about 1 in 6 full-time public school teachers held a second job during the 2020–21 school year. And it wasn’t just summer work. Roughly 17% of teachers worked a non-school job during the school year, a rate nearly four times higher than the national average for all U.S. workers.
Pew Research: What Fox News Reveals About America
Fox News, launched in 1996, isn’t just a cable channel—it’s a political powerhouse. Loved by some, distrusted by others, its influence on U.S. media and politics is profound. Pew Research’s latest data highlights just how central Fox is to the modern information divide.
Pew Research: New Rules Threaten Health Care for Millions
Medicaid, the joint federal-state health insurance program, currently covers about 1 in 5 Americans. Designed to serve low-income individuals, children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with disabilities, Medicaid is a cornerstone of the U.S. healthcare system. As of January 2025, 71.4 million people were enrolled in Medicaid, with another 7.3 million in CHIP (Children's Health Insurance Program).
Pew Research: Fewer Millennials and Gen Z Want Kids — Here’s Why
In the last decade, younger Americans have begun to rethink parenthood — not because they don’t value family, but because of what it now costs to raise one.
Pew Research: RFK Jr. Faces More Disapproval Than Support as U.S. Health Secretary
Since taking office in February 2025, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made headlines — and stirred controversy. A new Pew Research Center survey shows that more Americans disapprove (43%) than approve (36%)of how he’s handling his role. Another 21% say they’re not sure, underscoring public uncertainty around his leadership.
Pew Research: Who’s Showing Up for Pride? Two-Thirds of LGBTQ Adults
On June 19, 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, with news that should have come much sooner: slavery had been abolished. Two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation, over 250,000 people were still enslaved in Texas — until that day.
Pew Research: Most Americans Support Stricter Environmental Laws
Despite recent efforts to roll back federal environmental protections, most Americans continue to support stronger regulation, according to a major Pew Research Center study of over 36,000 adults across all 50 states. Nationally, 60%say stricter environmental laws are worth the cost, while 38% believe they harm the economy and cost jobs.
Pew Research: Food Costs in America - What’s Driving Concern
Food prices are a top concern for American families—especially women, working-class households, and communities of color—amid inflation, new tariffs, and deepening inequality.
Pew Research: Key Facts Highlight Diversity and Growth of AAPI Communities
May is AAPI Heritage Month — a time to honor and uplift the diverse communities that make up the Asian American and Pacific Islander population in the U.S.
Pew Research: Americans’ Concerns About Press Freedom Persist as Partisan Views Flip
Press Freedom Remains a Flashpoint as Partisan Lines Redraw
In an era of deep political polarization, Americans still rally around the idea of press freedom — but a new Pew Research Center survey shows partisan divides over media independence are widening fast.
Pew Research: Immigration Policy Seen as a Driver of Grocery Costs
A new survey by Pew Research Center reveals a striking concern among Americans: 42% of U.S. adults believe that increased deportations of immigrants living in the country illegally would lead to higher food prices in their area. This finding, drawn from a nationally representative survey conducted in late February and early March 2025, underscores the public's awareness of how deeply immigration policies intersect with economic realities.
Pew Research: Americans’ Views on Trade with China, Canada, and Mexico
A recent Pew Research Center survey highlights shifting public opinion on U.S. trade relationships with China, Canada, and Mexico amid new tariffs. Key takeaways include:
Pew Research: Most Americans Support Federal Funding for NPR and PBS
A new Pew Research Center survey finds that a majority of Americans continue to support federal funding for NPR and PBS—public media institutions known for news, educational content, and cultural programming.
Pew Research: 119th Congress Breaks Barriers for Women of Color
The 119th Congress, which convened on January 3rd, marks significant strides for women of color in American politics. According to a recent Pew Research Center analysis, this Congress is witnessing several historic firsts.
Pew Research: How Americans View the World Health Organization
A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that most Americans continue to support U.S. membership in the World Health Organization (WHO), though with notable partisan divisions. As of April 2024, 58% of Americans believe WHO membership benefits the country, with 25% seeing "a great deal" of benefit and 33% perceiving "a fair amount" of value.
Pew Research: Partisan Gap Widens in Confidence Toward Federal Civil Servants
A recent Pew Research Center survey highlights a growing partisan gap in how Americans perceive federal career employees. The study, conducted in early 2025, reveals that while 55% of Americans overall express confidence in federal civil servants, political affiliation significantly shapes these views.
Pew Research: LGBTQ Representation in the 119th Congress
A Record Number of Openly LGBTQ Lawmakers
The 119th U.S. Congress marks a historic moment for LGBTQ representation, with 13 openly LGBTQ lawmakers serving in office, according to a Pew Research Center analysis.
Pew Research: Most Americans Oppose Expanding Presidential Powers
A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that a majority of Americans oppose expanding presidential powers, though views vary significantly by political affiliation. The study, conducted in early 2025, underscores the ongoing debate over executive authority and constitutional limits.
Pew Research: Partisan Divides Persist on U.S. Aid to Ukraine and NATO
Nearly three years after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Americans remain divided on U.S. support for Ukraine, NATO membership, and European defense spending—largely along partisan lines. A new Pew Research Center survey, conducted in February 2025, highlights these divisions, showing shifts in public opinion on key aspects of U.S. foreign policy.
Pew Research: Key Insights Into the U.S. Black Population
The U.S. Black population reached 48.3 million in 2023, a 33% increase since 2000, reflecting demographic, geographic, and social changes. This growing and diverse group offers valuable insights, particularly during Black History Month.