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America’s Driving Obsession is a Problem

Daniel A. Cox September 21, 2023

Americans are driving more than ever and it comes at a considerable cost Continue Reading →

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Why Most Evangelicals Say They Face “A Lot” of Discrimination

Daniel A. Cox September 7, 2023

Why white evangelicals now say they face more discrimination than gay and lesbians Continue Reading →

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America’s “Friendship Recession” Is Weakening Civic Life

Daniel A. Cox August 24, 2023

Community life suffers when we fail to prioritize friendship Continue Reading →

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The Real Reason People Leave Religion

Daniel A. Cox August 10, 2023

Changes in American family life are driving a national decline Continue Reading →

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Trump’s Problem with Mormon Voters is Getting Worse

Daniel A. Cox July 27, 2023

His ongoing weaknesses with a loyal Republican group could spell trouble for the GOP Continue Reading →

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Turning Against Organized Religion

Daniel A. Cox July 13, 2023

Secular Americans, once apathetic about religion, are becoming more hostile Continue Reading →

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Why are Young Voters So Down on Joe Biden?

Daniel A. Cox June 29, 2023

Biden’s age is a liability, but conventional politicians have always been a tough sell for young voters Continue Reading →

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Are Young Men Becoming Conservative?

Daniel A. Cox June 15, 2023

Or liberal? Do they even care about politics at all? Continue Reading →

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The Decline of Youth Sports is Making Teen Loneliness Worse

Daniel A. Cox June 1, 2023

The social capital benefits of youth athletics are profound Continue Reading →

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Gun Violence is an Assault on Community Life 

Daniel A. Cox May 18, 2023

Mass Shootings are Uniquely Destructive to America’s Public Places Continue Reading →

Survey Reports

Daniel A. Cox
July 2, 2025

America’s Cultural Crossroads: Enduring Discontent, Rising Disconnection, and an Uncertain Future

A new survey from the Survey Center on American Life shows Americans are changing course on major cultural issues—from immigration and gay rights to gender roles and public trust.

Daniel A. Cox, Kelsey Eyre Hammond
January 29, 2025

Romantic Recession: How Politics, Pessimism, and Anxiety Shape American Courtship

A new report by the Survey Center on American life finds that safety concerns and declining trust are reshaping modern dating, leaving many singles feeling pessimistic about their prospects. Sharp gender divides in attitudes toward dating apps, trust, and relationships reveal how these challenges are redefining the search for connection.

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Daniel A. Cox, Kelsey Eyre Hammond
September 24, 2024

The Politics of Progress and Privilege: How America’s Gender Gap Is Reshaping the 2024 Election

Americans are increasingly divided on gendered issues. A new report by the Survey Center on American Life provides context for how these divisions might impact the results of the 2024 Presidential election.

Daniel A. Cox, Sam Pressler
August 22, 2024

Disconnected: The Growing Class Divide in American Civic Life

Disconnected: Places and Spaces presents new survey findings that suggest Americans are less connected than ever before.