Pew Research Center
72% of Americans Follow Local News Closely
Nearly three quarters of Americans (72%) report following local news closely “most of the time, whether or not something important is happening.” Local newspapers are by far the source they rely on for much of the local information they need. (more…)
Islamic Countries Score Worst Religious Freedom Grades
Apologists for Islamic fundamentalism say Islam is a religion of peace. But is it really? A recent Pew Research Center study found that seven of the ten countries with the worst grades for government restrictions on religion are Islamic states, as are eight out of the top 10 countries ranked for social hostility involving religion. (more…)
We Can No Longer Afford Illegal Aliens in the US
In his 2010 State of the Union address, President Obama emphasized the need to “tell hard truths” when it comes to the nation’s affairs. His own comments on immigration during the address, however, glossed over the realities of America’s growing immigration problem and failed to offer a solution that would protect the rule of law, strengthen the economy, and keep America secure. In other words, he said a lot and said nothing.
Accessing Health Topics on the Internet
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Student Borrowing on the Upswing
College students are borrowing more. Among 2008 graduates who borrowed, the average loan for bachelor’s degree recipients was more than $23,000, compared with slightly more than $17,000 in 1996.
Internet Gains on Television as Public’s Main Source of News
More young people cite Internet than TV. Among those ages 30 to 49, the internet is on track to equal, or perhaps surpass, television as the main source of national and international news within the next few years.
The Pew Research Center for the People & the Press is an independent, non-partisan public opinion research organization that studies attitudes toward politics, the press and public policy issues. In this role, it serves as a valuable information resource for political leaders, journalists, scholars and citizens.
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