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Young adults are leading the way in AI adoption

Six in 10 adults have ever used AI to search for information. People under 30 are more likely to use AI for a variety of tasks, especially to brainstorm ideas.

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Environment, Energy, and Resilience

Declines in public support for green and renewable energy

The public is not very confident in the federal government’s ability to deal with environmental and climate related issues.

Environment, Energy, and Resilience

Half the public has been personally affected by extreme cold spells or heat waves within the past five years

Among those who have experienced recent extreme weather events or natural disasters, 72% believe they occurred at least in part because of climate change.

Environment, Energy, and Resilience

Americans’ attitudes toward electric vehicles, climate, and energy policy ahead of the 2024 presidential election

Most Americans report a willingness to pay a premium for an American-made electric vehicle over one made in China.

Government and International Affairs

Most adults support banning TikTok on government devices

While the public is split on a broader TikTok ban in the United States, there is greater support for a narrower ban on government devices.

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