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Few are following the debate closely, but most want Congress to increase the debt limit with deficit reduction conditions

Two-thirds of adults are concerned about the impact on the national economy if the debt limit is not increased and the government defaults on it loans, although only 20% are very familiar with the debate.

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Government and International Affairs

Public confidence in the U.S. Supreme Court is at its lowest since 1973

Amidst the decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, confidence in the U.S. Supreme Court dropped dramatically among those who support access to abortion, based on an analysis of GSS data.

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News and Media

Assessing the news media: trust, coverage, and threats to a free press

The public is worried about a variety of problems threatening a free press in the United States and around the world, though trust in the news media remains low.

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Environment, Energy, and Resilience

Attitudes toward climate change continue to be divisive

While a majority of the public report personal impacts from extreme weather, attitudes and behaviors related to climate change continue to be highly partisan.

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Politics

Most Democrats would support Biden if he wins the nomination

Only about half of Democrats think President Biden should run again in 2024, but a large majority say they’d be likely to support him if he became the nominee.

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