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George Floyd’s death: One year later

Americans were more likely to say that police violence is a serious problem than they were before George Floyd’s death, but few thought the focus on the issue was creating lasting change according to this May 2021 poll.

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Economics

Despite signs of economic recovery, the most economically vulnerable Americans face serious financial challenges

One in three Americans who were living below the federal poverty line before the pandemic report their personal finances are even worse off now.

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Race, Ethnicity, and Social Inequality

Growing disapproval of protests against police

Compared to June, fewer Americans think that deadly force is more commonly used against a Black person than a white person or that police who cause harm need greater consequences.

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Civil Liberties and Security

Widespread Desire for Policing and Criminal Justice Reform

Most Americans support a number of reforms to prevent police violence and want extensive changes to the criminal justice system, according to the June 2020 AP-NORC Poll.

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Race, Ethnicity, and Social Inequality

Many Unsure If Recent Protests Will Create Positive Change

The June 2020 AP-NORC Poll reveals more than half of Americans approve of the recent protests. But there are considerable differences in how black and white Americans view the impact and response to them.

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