Loyalty

Americans Underestimate the Cost of Tying the Knot

Women spend less on gifts than men do

June 11, 2007

In a new Gallup Panel survey, nearly 9 in 10 Americans say people spend too much on weddings. But Americans still underestimate the actual cost of tying the knot. When buying wedding gifts for friends and relatives, most Americans think spending between $50 and $125 is appropriate. The average amount women say is appropriate to spend is about 40% less than the average amount men say is appropriate.More ...

Just Why Do Americans Attend Church?

Those who don't attend have variety of reasons for their behavior

April 6, 2007

Americans who frequently attend church services give either an explicitly religious rationale for their attendance or one that deals with a spiritual or inspirational dimension of churchgoing. The 40% to 45% of Americans who seldom or never attend church include those who simply don't believe in God or organized religion, as well as those who are willing to admit that they don't get around to attending, don't have time, or are just plain lazy.More ...

Wanted in Next President: Honesty, Strong Leadership

Prior Washington experience not viewed as important

April 4, 2007

Honesty and strong leadership are the qualities Americans are most looking for in the next president, according to a recent Gallup Poll. Managerial competence rates third on Americans' list of qualifications. A majority of Americans also say it is essential that the next president "focus on uniting the country." Extensive federal government experience is not viewed as important.More ...

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