Most Say No to Government Regulation of Search Engines
Most Americans give high marks to Internet search engines such as Google, Yahoo and Bing and don't think the government needs to regulate their responses.
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January 9, 2011
January 8, 2011
Most Web Users Say Internet Better Value Than Cable TV
Regular Internet users nationwide overwhelmingly agree that the Internet provides more bang for their buck than cable television.
January 7, 2011
Most Internet Users Have Privacy Concerns About Their Online Searches
Most Internet users like the search engines available to them but worry about the privacy of their searches online. However, those who use the Internet most frequently express a lower level of concern.
January 6, 2011
Plans for Winter Vacation Are Up Slightly
Looks like a few more Americans will be taking a vacation this winter.
January 6, 2011
U.S. Internet Users Give High Marks to Search Engines
Most Internet users in America say they go online to answer routine questions, and they give overwhelmingly positive marks to today’s Internet search engines like Google, Yahoo and Bing.
January 4, 2011
Big Storms Yes, Global Warming No
It’s less than one month into winter, and already strong blizzards have bombarded the East and West Coasts. But most Americans don't see global warming as the culprit.
December 31, 2010
Most Americans Rely on Local TV News for Weather Reports
Most Americans still get their weather news from local television despite the variety of news sources available these days, and fewer adults believe the media overhypes the weather.
December 31, 2010
37% Already Say This Winter Worse Than Others in Recent Years
Winter is barely a week old, and more than one-third of Americans already say the season is worse than it has been in recent years.
December 16, 2010
Most Americans Balk at Federal Control of Public School Nutrition
This past week, President Obama signed into law a measure that, for the first time, gives the federal government the authority to regulate all foods at schools, including what's in vending machines. But most Americans would rather see that authority in someone else's hands.
December 14, 2010
More Americans Plan on Giving to Charity This Year
Americans appear to be in a more charitable mood this holiday season than they were last year.
December 11, 2010
Americans Worry About Personal Information On Social Networking Sites
One-out-of-two Americans now use some sort of social networking site such as Facebook, Myspace, LinkedIn or Twitter, but an overwhelming majority of Adults are concerned about the safety of personal information on these sites.
November 22, 2010
Americans Are Closely Divided Over Ban On Alcoholic Energy Drinks
As the federal Food and Drug Administration pushes to remove caffeine from alcoholic energy drinks such as Four Loko and Joose, new polling finds that Americans have mixed views on such a ban.
November 21, 2010
Most Say Smokers Should Pay More For Health Insurance
Some companies already charge smokers more for health insurance, and most Americans think that's a good idea.
November 18, 2010
17% Think Government Should Outlaw Smoking
A growing number of states and localities have banned smoking in public places, but there continues to be little public support for outlawing tobacco smoking entirely.
November 16, 2010
Americans Don’t Think New Graphic Warnings Will Deter Smokers, But Raising Prices Will
Most Americans don’t think the FDA’s new graphic cigarette warning labels will decrease the number of smokers in the United States. However, they do think that raising the price of cigarettes would have an impact.
November 11, 2010
54% Think Violent Video Games Lead to More Violence in Society
Video game consumers and retailers have been abuzz about the newest in a line of military-inspired video games which market to people of all ages. But most Americans think violent video games like this contribute to violence in society.
November 10, 2010
94% Oppose Text Messaging While Driving
Most Americans continue to oppose text messaging and talking on the cell phone while driving.
November 9, 2010
63% Favor Annual Testing for Older Drivers
When it comes to age requirements for driving, the debate is typically focused on younger drivers.
November 9, 2010
Americans Overwhelmingly See Childhood Obesity As Serious Problem
Adults nationwide continue to be concerned about childhood obesity in America, and most believe American children are more overweight than those of other countries.
November 8, 2010
Americans Stand Up for Happy Meals
Kids may soon be smiling less in San Francisco. The city's Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance last week that would limit toy giveaways in fast-food orders like McDonald's Happy Meals unless they are made more nutritious.
