In a post earlier this year, we looked into the link between body dissatisfaction and the use of social media. It turns out some countries have been trying to do something about it, but there is a big question mark about whether these regulations really work. Countries have passed laws regarding weight requirements and other guidelines […]
Abortion Rights, May 2022
The recently leaked Supreme Court draft ruling which would overturn Roe v. Wade is out-of-step with public opinion, and the direction of the Supreme Court’s decision could pose political consequences in this year’s midterm elections. For the High Court itself, the leak presents a nightmare in public perception. Americans’ faith in SCOTUS has plummeted. A majority of Americans have little or no confidence at all in the Supreme Court of the United States, marking a major shift in public opinion.
The 2022 Midterms & Biden’s Job Performance, April 2022
With the 2022 Congressional Midterm Elections a little more than six months away, U.S. registered voters give Republicans (47%) the advantage over the Democratic candidates (44%) nationally. On the economy, controlling inflation, crime, national security, and gun policy, pluralities of Americans perceive the Republican Party to be the party who would be better able to handle these issues. Americans express these views as President Joe Biden’s job approval rating remains upside down, and his ratings on the economy and the crisis in Ukraine take on water.
NYC’s Favorite Baseball Team, April 2022
It’s a rivalry for the ages – the New York Yankees vs. the New York Mets. But, in the eyes of New York City residents, there’s no comparison. By more than two-to-one, city dwellers consider themselves to be Yankee fans rather than Mets fans. This preference spans all key demographic groups, although more than one in four say they don’t root for a New York City team.
America Now Index Winter 2022
Index Summary With concerns about the U.S. economy front and center, the America Now: National Outlook Index (ANI) has notched down slightly from 6.5 to 6.4. Americans have grown more pessimistic about their personal household finances and the consumer market, pulling down the Economic Index. Impressions about their health and community continue to bolster the […]
Mayor Eric Adams’ Job Performance, March 2022
More than six in ten New York City residents approve of the job Mayor Eric Adams is doing as mayor. Majorities approve of how Adams is handling many of the pressing issues facing the city, including crime, the coronavirus pandemic, public schools, and the relationship between police and the community. Residents also view Adams favorably and perceive him as possessing the qualities needed to be successful as mayor. Despite these high marks, a plurality of adults in New York City rate the job Adams is doing as “fair” and are not overwhelmingly convinced that he is changing the city for the better.
Bounce for Biden Following State of the Union, March 2022
Following a State of the Union address which underscored President Joe Biden’s commitment to promoting democracy across the world, the president enjoys a bounce in his handling of the crisis in Ukraine. His standing among the American people has also improved on the issues of the economy and the coronavirus pandemic. While Biden’s bounce is predominantly among his Democratic base, he also enjoys moderate gains among independents. Of note, rare, bipartisan consensus exists on the issue of sanctions levied against Russia. Most Americans, regardless of party, support these sanctions, and nearly seven in ten favor them even if it means higher energy prices domestically.