Race, Ethnicity, and Social Inequality

The AP-NORC Center has conducted extensive research on critical topics facing minority groups, including policing issues, long-term care, and marriage rights.

Civic and Social Bonds Fortify Communities, But Millions of Americans Lack Connections That Could Bolster Pandemic Recovery

18%—or 46 million adults—have just one or no trustworthy person they can approach for help like a ride to the airport, emotional support, assistance when sick, or watching a child in an emergency.

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Increasing discrimination against Asian Americans a major concern

Sixty percent of Americans say discrimination against Asian Americans is higher now compared with a year ago. Most Asian Americans report feeling unsafe in public because of their race at least occasionally.

Race, Ethnicity, and Social Inequality

George Floyd’s Death: One Year Later

Americans are still more likely to say that police violence is a serious problem than they were before George Floyd’s death, but few think the focus on the issue is creating lasting change.

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.

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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