📊 Economic Indicators |
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This study asked Americans about how they think the government should help with problems caused by extreme weather, like storms and wildfires. It found that most people—77%—agree that building stronger homes in places where bad weather happens a lot is a good idea. Also, 64% think the government should help people pay to rebuild after these events. Both Democrats and Republicans mostly agree on these ideas, but they differ on some others. For example, 50% of Democrats support helping with rising home insurance costs, while only 32% of Republicans do. Democrats are also more open to banning new buildings in risky areas. Most people who have faced extreme weather believe climate change made it worse, especially Democrats. These findings matter because they show many Americans want the government to take action to protect communities from growing weather dangers, even though they don’t always agree on how. Read full document →
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This study looked at the lives of adults in the U.S. who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ) to see how they feel about acceptance and their experiences 10 years after same-sex marriage became legal nationwide. The survey talked to nearly 4,000 LGBTQ adults in early 2025. It found that many feel society is more accepting now, with 63% of Americans supporting same-sex marriage in 2023, up from 31% in 2004. However, transgender adults still face more discrimination than others in the LGBTQ community. For example, 28% of transgender people identify as gay or lesbian, 53% as bisexual, and 8% as straight, showing diversity within the group. These findings matter because they show progress in acceptance but also highlight ongoing challenges, especially for transgender people, helping society understand where more support is needed. Read full document →
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