The United States is the oldest continuous democracy in the world, and a model and inspiration for other nations seeking to build democratic institutions. One of the core pillars of American liberty is a free press. Pew conducts opinion surveys that track public attitudes toward the press and politics. At the same time, Pew issues major reports that examine long-term trends in the political values of Americans, as well as their views on policy issues and priorities, political knowledge, and news interest.
What do poll workers do, and how many typically help in general elections? Read about state requirements for these temporary election staffers and more.
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Ahead of Japan's election on Oct. 27, here are four key facts about people's views of democracy and political parties in the country.
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About six-in-ten voters who belong to a union identify with or lean toward the Democratic Party, while about four-in-ten associate with the GOP.
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Republican men stand out in views of their own masculinity, the impact of changing gender roles and men's progress in recent decades.
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55% of Turks have an unfavorable view of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and about half lack confidence in the national government.
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About three-quarters of U.S. adults say they’ve seen inaccurate election news at least somewhat often, and many say it’s hard to tell what’s true.
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Overall, 44% of Americans support more hydraulic fracturing for oil and gas in the United States, while 53% oppose it.
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Many U.S. teens say women still face discrimination against gaining leadership positions and getting equal pay for equal work.
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