by John Bryant | May 17, 2010 | Uncategorized
Nearly all Americans today are concerned about inflation — 55% are "very concerned" that inflation will climb, and another 29% are "somewhat concerned." Concern is greatest among lower-income Americans, Westerners, conservatives, and...
by John Bryant | May 17, 2010 | Uncategorized
Fewer non-retired Americans currently expect 401(k)/IRA accounts (45%) or home equity (20%) to be a major source of their retirement funding than did so in 2007. Meanwhile, a new high of 34% expect Social Security to be a major source. Read more at GALLUP.com.
by John Bryant | May 17, 2010 | Uncategorized
The U.S. and Canada are the No. 1 and No. 2 desired destinations among adults worldwide who would like to migrate permanently to another country, but each nation attracts potential migrants from different backgrounds. Read more at GALLUP.com.
by John Bryant | May 17, 2010 | Uncategorized
The U.S. adult obesity rate was 26.7% in the first quarter of 2010, similar to the 26.2% in the fourth quarter of 2009, but still worse than 2008 levels. Since 2008, the obesity rate is at least somewhat higher for most key demographic groups, including by age, race,...
by John Bryant | May 17, 2010 | Uncategorized
The majority of Americans in all key demographic subgroups continue to favor allowing openly gay men and women to serve in the military. At the national level, views haven't changed since last year, with 70% currently in favor and 25% opposed. Read more at...
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