There is widespread public recognition of progress on gender equality in the 50 years since the passage of Title IX, especially in education and employment.
Just a third of Catholics report the church has had an influence on their political views. Most Catholics support abortion rights and feel that Catholic politicians who do so should be allowed to receive Communion.
In a survey conducted primarily before the mass shootings in Buffalo, NY and Uvalde, TX, 51% favor a ban on semiautomatic weapons while 32% are opposed.
Americans continue to support sanctions on Russia, humanitarian aid, and weapons assistance to Ukraine, but fewer support sending government funds or deploying troops directly to Ukraine.
