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America Speaks with Dr. Frank Luntz

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America Speaks with Dr. Frank Luntz
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America Speaks tracks the nation's pulse and sparks discussions that reveal the sentiments of American voters in real time. Join pollster and political analyst Dr. Frank Luntz as he engages in diverse conversations on the issues that matter most to the American electorate.
Americans have low expectations for political campaign ads in 2024. Watch how they feel, react and respond to those ads second by second and word by word. Reuters

‘The dirtiest campaign’: Low expectations for 2024 election ads

As we approach the presidential election, it is important to explore methods for fostering improved discourse amid widespread disagreement. Getty Images

‘A dose of empathy’: Americans’ guide to better disagreement

Americans share their biggest fears for their country, from a shortage of empathy and civility to the unaffordability of modern life. Getty Images

‘A country without purpose’: Americans share fears for their nation

A panel of Americans reflect on what makes the United States truly great and exceptional in the world today. Envato

‘The American dream is real’: What makes the US exceptional?

Some Americans are rejecting the two-party duopoly. Here's what they have to say on Trump, Biden, and U.S. policies. Getty Images

‘We’ve lost our way’: Americans rejecting the two-party system

President Biden and Vice President Harris will travel to Philadelphia on Wednesday to launch “Black Voters for Biden-Harris,” the latest sign that their campaign is trying to shore up its support with a crucial constituency. Reuters

‘He’s just old’: Why Biden ’20 voters won’t vote for him in ’24

Key issues emerge from the debate on the American public education crisis, from curriculum design to active shooter events. Getty Images

‘CRT is a lie’: American parents debate public education issues

American firefighters do some of the most dangerous work in the country. Here are just some of the stories and the lessons they have to share with us. Getty Images

Firefighters share what they wish civilians, politicians knew

What do American citizens think of the immigration crisis, and how would they solve it if the decision were left to them? Reuters

‘You need to speak English’: Americans debate immigration crisis

41 Brown University students were charged with trespassing during a sit-in, demanding the school divest from weapons manufacturers. Getty Images

‘It’s their land’: Americans debate Gaza, Israel and Hamas

Democracy faces unprecedented threats and challenges. How is America’s upcoming generation, Gen Z, responding? Reuters

America’s Gen Z on democracy, politics and the future

Americans share their opinions and debate U.S. policy on China, Taiwan and U.S. foreign policy in Asia, revealing some unexpected viewpoints. Reuters

Americans reveal views on China, Taiwan and foreign policy in Asia

While liberals celebrate economic growth, conservatives point out rising costs. What’s the big picture on the U.S. economy? Getty Images

‘Inflation, inflation, inflation’: Americans debate economy’s health

A review of some of the greatest (and a few of the most awkward) recent moments in U.S. political debates on the campaign trail. Reuters

Trump, Clinton, Gingrich highlight most memorable debate moments

We review the top 10 political speeches in recent U.S. history using new technology that enables us to view audience ratings by every word. AP Images

Reviewing the top 10 political speeches in recent US history

Americans debate news media biases, trust in news sources, and fair/unfair coverage of key persons, issues and events. AP Images

‘I feel that the media is 100% biased’: Americans debate trust in news

Political polarization is a big concern in the United States. Here’s what really happens when we sit down together to discuss our differences.

‘They’re all liars’: Americans debate rising political polarization

Congress might be heading for another government shutdown. Americans debate the key issues, including budgets, debt, and federal spending.

Americans debate government shutdowns, spending priorities

Americans discuss public health, vaccines, masks, and politics amidst a resurgence of COVID-19 in the fall of 2023.

COVID-19 resurgence sparks debates on public health, politics

African youth leaders discuss their views on pan-Africanism, corruption, foreign aid, the United States and more.

African youth leaders on Africa, US and the world

Dr. Frank Luntz asks Iowans about Ukraine, Zelenskyy, Putin and the war in this vital episode of his America Speaks series.

Americans discuss US support for Ukraine

We talk to born-again and evangelical voters in Iowa about where they think America is headed and what they think of former President Trump.

What some religious Iowans really think of Donald Trump

Sixty-three percent of GOP voters want former President Trump to run for president again, but what is the rest of his party thinking?

Is Trump securing the GOP nomination a done deal?

American voters dissatisfied with presidential candidates Trump and Biden discuss what they're looking for in a third-party candidate.

About half of voters would consider voting for a third-party candidate