Data & Analysis

Civil Rights, Moon Landings and War Wins: What Americans See as Country's Greatest Achievements

An NBC News poll found nearly two-thirds of respondents cited events tied to the expansion of rights when asked open-ended about America's top accomplishments.

By James Callahan · Thursday, June 25, 2026 · 4 min read
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Louisiana Communities Push Back as Industrial Development Accelerates under Permitting Rollbacks

Environmental justice advocates in the River Parishes region say fast-tracked permits for facilities like the Hyundai steel plant threaten historically Black communities, while economic development supporters point to promised jobs and investment.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, June 21, 2026 · 4 min read
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Poll: 80% of Americans Say U.S. Puts Too Little Emphasis on Civic Education

The NBC News survey found bipartisan agreement that civic education is lacking, though trust in institutions remains near historic lows.

By Marcus Webb · Saturday, June 20, 2026 · 4 min read
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Poll: Americans See Improved Race Relations Since 2020, but Divisions Remain

The NBC News survey finds White and Black Americans remain sharply divided in their views, with 15% of Whites calling relations 'very bad' versus 36% of Blacks.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, June 19, 2026 · 4 min read
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Poll Shows American Pride at 51%, Down From 81% in 2013

The PRRI survey finds the percentage of Americans feeling 'extremely' or 'very proud' of their national identity has dropped sharply ahead of the country's 250th anniversary.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, June 18, 2026 · 4 min read
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Climate Policy Debate Intensifies as Fossil Fuel Use Remains Central to U.S. Energy Mix

Advocates argue current federal energy policy prioritizes short-term industry interests over long-term environmental obligations to future generations, citing polling data and international climate commitments.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, June 15, 2026 · 4 min read
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Mullin Says ICE 'Only' Deployed at Midterm Polls If 'Threat' Arises

The DHS secretary's comments on CNN's State of the Union came as his department faces scrutiny over immigration enforcement priorities.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, June 14, 2026 · 3 min read
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Steve Kornacki Breaks Down America 250 Poll Findings on Meet the Press

NBC political analyst Steve Kornacki examines new polling data as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary milestone, with results showing widespread uncertainty about America's trajectory.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, June 14, 2026 · 3 min read
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Only Half of U.S. Adults Trust the CDC's Public Health Recommendations, Poll Finds

Trust in the agency has dropped 27 percentage points since last year, with declines across nearly all demographic and political groups.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 4 min read
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4 States Head to the Polls Tuesday: Here's What to Watch

Primary elections in four states will test party dynamics ahead of November, with competitive races drawing national attention.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 3 min read