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How important is religion to Americans?

Among those Americans without a connection to organized religion, 59% say religion was at least somewhat important in their family when they were children and 44% feel at least somewhat connected with their spirituality.

Culture and Society

Men and women have differing views on who handles household responsibilities and the impact of having a child on parents’ careers

Mothers are more likely than fathers to say they do more around the house than their partner, and women are more likely to say having a child is an obstacle for job security.

COVID-19

Uptick in concern over COVID infection

Despite the omicron variant and increased concern about becoming infected, fewer Americans are taking personal precautions against the coronavirus.

Economics

Inflation is causing challenges for many Americans

Household expenses are on the rise for most Americans, but few have seen a corresponding increase in their income.

Younger Generations

Gen Z and the toll of the pandemic

After nearly two years of pandemic life, Gen Z points to COVID-19 as a significant source of stress that is getting in the way of them pursing their social, educational, and career goals.

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How important is religion to Americans?

Men and women have differing views on who handles household responsibilities and the impact of having a child on parents’ careers

Uptick in concern over COVID infection

Inflation is causing challenges for many Americans

Gen Z and the toll of the pandemic