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Gen Z debates capitalism vs. socialism, meritocracy vs. equality
Capitalism and socialism offer two different economic models, each with their own unique pros and cons. And while it is rare to find any modern economy that is either entirely capitalist or entirely socialist, citizens frequently use these terms to represent the general direction in which they believe the economy and society should progress. Similarly,…
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‘We want to find common ground’: Gen Z’s stubborn optimism
Younger Americans came of age amidst significant change, turmoil and partisanship. Many observers have wondered how this might impact their civic engagement and political opinions as adults. Approximately 41 million Gen Z Americans will be eligible to vote in the 2024 elections. In this unique 31-minute episode of America Speaks, pollster and political analyst Dr.…
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‘Take the job seriously’: Why Americans are fed up with Congress
In March, U.S. public approval of Congress stood at only 15%. Americans have a wide range of concerns across the political spectrum, but what they have in common is a frustration with what they perceive as widespread dysfunction inside of the nation’s legislature. In this 16-minute episode of America Speaks, pollster and political analyst Dr.…
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‘If we can shrink it, it will stop growing’: Americans talk debt, deficit
As of March 28, 2024, the official figure for the United States’ national debt comes up just shy of $34.6 trillion. While this debt empowers the government to fund important programs and agencies, critics warn that it becomes more and more of a liability the longer it goes unaddressed and unresolved. In this unique 36-minute…
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‘I don’t think they care’: Undecided voters explain their reasons
While most voters already have an idea of how they’ll be voting — or not voting — in November’s presidential election, a small minority of Americans remain undecided. How they ultimately choose to cast their ballots might influence the results of tight races in key swing states. In this 30-minute episode of America Speaks, pollster…
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Peter Zeihan
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Dr. Frank Luntz
Pollster and Political Analyst‘We want to find common ground’: Gen Z’s stubborn optimism
‘Take the job seriously’: Why Americans are fed up with Congress
‘If we can shrink it, it will stop growing’: Americans talk debt, deficit
Pete Ricketts
U.S. Senator for Nebraska