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About half of Americans support all-day school cellphone bans
10 hours ago
- 77% of U.S. adults support in-class cellphone bans for middle and high school students, up from 74% in 2025 and 68% in 2024.
- For the first time, more Americans support (48%) than oppose (43%) a ban on cellphones during the entire school day, a rise from 36% in 2024.
- Support for both policies has increased across all age groups since 2024, though youngest adults (18-29) show the lowest support: 57% for in-class ban and 28% for all-day ban.
- Majorities of both Republicans (81%) and Democrats (74%) favor in-class bans, but Republicans are more supportive of all-day bans (55% vs. 44%).
- Many U.S. adults believe all-day bans would improve students' grades, social skills, and class behavior, but fewer see benefits for physical safety.
Most Americans favor political changes that require amending the Constitution
a day ago
- Americans overwhelmingly support term limits, age limits, campaign spending limits, and direct popular vote for president.
- Most of these changes would require amending the Constitution, a process that is rarely successful.
- The Supreme Court has blocked state-level term limits and interpreted campaign spending as free speech, necessitating amendments.
- The Electoral College is constitutionally mandated, so abolishing it requires an amendment.
- The U.S. Constitution is among the hardest to amend; only 27 amendments have been passed in over two centuries.
- A majority of Americans see the political system as needing major changes but are not confident they will happen.
Majority of US voters link extreme weather to climate crisis
10 days ago
- A majority of Americans believe extreme weather events have become more frequent over the past five years, with 61% of likely voters holding this view.
- 67% of respondents link climate change to worsening heatwaves, the highest among extreme weather events, including 48% of Republicans.
- 88% of survey participants support state policies requiring employers to provide heat protections like water, shade, breaks, and air conditioning.
- The findings suggest that extreme heat could serve as a bipartisan entry point for conversations about the climate crisis.
- Many Americans still misunderstand the causes of climate change, with 27% attributing it to natural cycles rather than human activity.
- Workers in outdoor and some indoor jobs are highly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses, highlighting the need for protective measures.
- Public support for federal heat standards is strong, despite political stalling, indicating climate action is not a partisan issue.
Majority of Americans Support Banning Social Media for Kids Under 16
23 days ago
- 56% of U.S. adults support banning social media for those under 16, with 21% opposed and 23% unsure.
- Support for a ban is widespread across demographic and partisan groups, being highest among adults aged 30-49 and parents of children under 18.
- Beyond a total ban, large majorities support parental consent (85%), age verification (78%), and time limits (78%) for minors on social media, with increased support since 2023.
- Support for these policies is lower among adults under 30 but remains high across all other age groups, parents, and political affiliations.
- Countries like Australia, Canada, the UK, and California lawmakers are considering or have set a minimum age of 16 for social media use.
Australians have more negative view of Israel than of China – Essential poll
a month ago
- A Guardian Essential poll shows Australians have a more negative view of Israel (19% favorable) than China (24% favorable), with women and middle-aged people being the least favorable.
- Favorable ratings for countries: UK highest at 53%, followed by European nations (47%) and Ukraine (41%); the U.S. at 29%, while Iran (11%), Russia (13%), and Syria (15%) are the lowest.
- Negative attitudes are highest for Iran and Russia (both 57%), followed by Israel (46%), Syria (44%), and Palestine (41%), despite Israel being a longstanding Australian ally.
- Perceptions of Donald Trump have declined since his re-election, with only 28% of Australians viewing him favorably, down from 36% in June 2024, and he is more popular among men and younger age groups.
- Demographic breakdown shows only 14% of women and 18% of those aged 35-54 have positive views of Israel, while 23% of women view the U.S. positively, with highest favorability among younger adults (35%).

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About half of Americans support all-day school cellphone bans

Most Americans favor political changes that require amending the Constitution

Majority of US voters link extreme weather to climate crisis

Majority of Americans Support Banning Social Media for Kids Under 16

Australians have more negative view of Israel than of China – Essential poll