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February 3, 2011

Most Adults Think Movies Hurt Society, Lead To More Violence

Most Americans believe movies have a negative impact on society and lead to an increase in violence.

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February 2, 2011

Most Americans View Mandela Favorably

Most Americans hold 92-year-old Nelson Mandela in high regard as the iconic South African leader recovers from a respiratory infection that put him in the hospital last week.

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January 30, 2011

For Many Adults, Driving is Strictly for Getting Around

Americans are having a little more fun behind the wheel these days.

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January 29, 2011

Americans Are Far More Likely To Watch A Movie At Home Than In A Theater

Most Americans seldom, if ever, darken the door of a movie theater these days, but plenty of them are watching movies at home.

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January 27, 2011

A Week in the Life of America

What did you do in the past week?

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January 23, 2011

Wendy’s Is the Winner in Battle of the Top Burger Chains

Burger battle? Is that like a food fight?

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January 21, 2011

43% Are Eating Out Less Than Six Months Ago

Americans are still not rushing out to eat these days, and a good meal at home remains their preferred option.

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January 20, 2011

Those Who Eat Fast Food Go For Convenience and Cost, Not Quality

Apparently, it's the price and convenience that sells Big Macs,Whoppers and fries, not the way they taste.

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January 17, 2011

82% Hold Favorable View of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Most Americans continue to hold civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. in high regard while holding mixed views about the state of race relations in this country.

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January 16, 2011

Undecided Is The Leader Among Golden Globe Watchers

The curtain is set to rise on tonight’s 68th annual Golden Globe awards, and there are no clear favorites to win the top film awards among those who intend to watch.

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January 14, 2011

Just 33% of Football Fans Following NFL Labor Negotiations Closely

No NFL football in 2011?  This is a possibility, but professional football fans don’t appear to be paying much attention and they have mixed feelings on whether it will actually happen.

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January 14, 2011

Patriots Still Favored to Win Super Bowl

Only eight National Football League teams are left heading into this weekend’s divisional playoff round, and the New England Patriots remain the top pick among fans to win the Super Bowl.

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January 14, 2011

55% Say America Is Not Yet A Land of Equal Opportunity

Americans tend to think their fellow citizens talk too much about race, but most agree that we have yet to achieve a level playing field for all races in this country.

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January 9, 2011

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 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.

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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.

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January 6, 2011

Plans for Winter Vacation Are Up Slightly

Looks like a few more Americans will be taking a vacation this winter.

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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.

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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.

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January 1, 2011

Important or Not, Have A Happy New Year!

Many Americans are celebrating the arrival of a new year, but very few actually feel New Year’s Day is one of our nation’s most important holidays.