U.S. Economic Confidence Steady at -16
April 15, 2014
Economic confidence is largely stable at -16 for the week ending April 13, compared with -15 the prior week. Gallup's Economic Confidence Index has ranged narrowly between -13 and -20 this year.
As Taxes Rise, Half in U.S. Say Middle-Income Pay Too Much
April 14, 2014
As taxes increase for some Americans, nearly half in the U.S. say middle-income Americans pay too much in taxes, an increase from last year. Meanwhile, 23% say lower-income people pay too little, a near-record high.
More Than Half of Americans Say Federal Taxes Too High
April 14, 2014
A majority of Americans, 52%, say the amount of federal income taxes they have to pay is too high, the highest reading since 2008. Furthermore, the percentage who say their taxes are fair is the lowest since 2001.
Corruption Concerns All Generations of Indian Voters
April 14, 2014
Corruption is a major issue in India's ongoing election, with 75% of Indian adults saying it is widespread in their government. This issue crosses generations, indicating India's bulging young population has the same concerns as its elders.
McAllen, Texas, Residents Least Likely to Feel Safe
April 15, 2014
Residents of the McAllen, Texas, area felt the least safe walking alone at night (48.5%), in 2012-2013. Residents of the community were also the least likely to say they did not struggle to pay for housing in the last 12 months (75.5%).
Gallup Business Journal
Seven Things Great Employers Do (That Others Don't)
April 15, 2014
Gallup has uncovered seven unusual, innovative, and proven tactics to create productive and profitable working environments. You're not likely to find these ideas elsewhere.
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April 16, 2014
An Inside Look at Gallup's Healthcare and ACA Data
An unprecedented look at Americans' experiences with the new healthcare law
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An Inside Look at Gallup's Healthcare and ACA Data
An unprecedented look at Americans' experiences with the new healthcare law
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Gallup Business Journal
Seven Things Great Employers Do (That Others Don't)
April 15, 2014
Gallup has uncovered seven unusual, innovative, and proven tactics to create productive and profitable working environments. You're not likely to find these ideas elsewhere.
Not Enough Students Are Success-Ready
April 10, 2014
According to a recent study, only 33% of U.S. students are success-ready. Here's how schools can foster students' crucial hope for the future and increase their overall well-being.
Last Week's Top Stories
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Bouncing Back: Global approval of U.S. leadership rises to 46%
Politics
More Than Half of Americans Say Federal Taxes Too High
April 14, 2014
A majority of Americans, 52%, say the amount of federal income taxes they have to pay is too high, the highest reading since 2008. Furthermore, the percentage who say their taxes are fair is the lowest since 2001.
Parents Lean in Favor of Common Core, but Many Unaware
April 11, 2014
About a third of public school parents (35%) have a positive impression of the Common Core education standards and 28% have a negative impression. Thirty-seven percent have not heard of Common Core or don't know enough to say.
Economy
New York State Most Worried About Tax Burden, Wyoming Least Worried
April 10, 2014
Nearly eight out of 10 New Yorkers are worried about their state tax burden, says Gallup Editor-in-Chief Frank Newport in his analysis of Americans' perceptions of taxes.
Americans' Trust in Online Higher Ed Rising
April 8, 2014
Americans' trust in the quality of online colleges and universities is rising, with 37% of U.S. adults now agreeing or strongly agreeing that these institutions offer high-quality education, up from 30% in 2011.
Well-Being
Americans Remain Negative Toward Healthcare Law
April 11, 2014
Americans remain more negative than positive toward the Affordable Care Act on various measures, including 43% approval and 54% disapproval of the law itself. A clear majority (64%) say the law has not directly affected them.
City Satisfaction Highest in Fort Collins-Loveland, Colo.
April 11, 2014
Fort Collins-Loveland, Colo., and San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, Calif., residents are most satisfied with their cities, while Rockford, Ill., and Stockton, Calif., residents are least. Those in areas with low satisfaction are less optimistic that the area is improving.
World
U.S. Tops Other Global Leaders in Approval
April 11, 2014
The leadership of the U.S. received higher approval ratings worldwide in 2013 than the leadership of Germany, the European Union, China, and Russia.
Global Image of U.S. Leadership Rebounds
April 10, 2014
After hitting a low point at the end of President Barack Obama's first term, U.S. leadership ratings worldwide rallied in 2013 as he began his second.
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