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Government Spikes as Key U.S. Problem During Shutdown

Since the government shutdown began, more Americans mention the government and immigration as the most important problem facing the country.

Hispanics' Approval of Obama Down Since '12

President Barack Obama's approval rating has dropped significantly more among Hispanics than among all national adults since the 2012 election. Still, Obama's current 52% approval rating among Hispanics exceeds the national average of 42%.

More Americans See U.S. Crime Problem as Serious

A new high of 63% of U.S. adults say the crime problem in the U.S. is extremely or very serious.

Personal Safety Fears at Three-Decade High in U.S.

Forty percent of Americans are afraid to walk alone at night near their home, the most since 1993. This coincides with elevated public concern about being mugged, murdered, carjacked or having their car stolen or broken into.

Americans Widely Support Immigration Reform Proposals

At least two-thirds of Americans favor each of five immigration proposals, ranging from 85% support for requiring employers to verify that all new hires are in the U.S. legally to 68% support for increased spending on border security.

Inflation Dominates Americans' Economic Concerns in March

Americans increasingly see inflation as a major problem facing the country, and a solid majority worry a great deal about it.

Neither Party Well-Liked, but GOP Holds Advantage on Issues

The Republican and Democratic Parties remain equally unpopular in the U.S. But Americans lean toward the GOP when it comes to safeguarding the nation's prosperity and military security.

Confidence in U.S. Institutions Down; Average at New Low

Americans' confidence in most major U.S. institutions has fallen in the past year, and confidence collectively is at a new low in Gallup's trend.

Gas Prices Squeezing Americans as More Rate Economy 'Poor'

More Americans than just two months ago are experiencing financial hardship from rising gas prices. Meanwhile, their view of the economy keeps worsening.

Economic Pessimism Growing in U.S.

Americans' already-low economic confidence fell further in May.