Social and Policy Issues

Americans widely support same-sex marriage and believe gay or lesbian relations are morally acceptable, but partisans' views diverge more than ever.

Black Americans' opinions about four aspects of local policing in the U.S. showed modest improvement in 2024, while White Americans' views have been mostly stable since 2021.

The inaugural PetSmart Charities-Gallup study reveals that many U.S. pet owners express interest in nontraditional care options such as community clinics.

Fifty-seven percent of Americans, up from 50% a year ago, say the U.S. is doing too little to protect the environment. Democrats are largely responsible for the increase.

After recent climate-related disasters, more Americans now think global warming will pose a serious threat to them in their lifetime.

More than half of U.S. cat and dog owners have declined recommended veterinary care — or did not visit the veterinarian in the past year — because of financial considerations or other barriers.

About half of U.S. adults either own or express interest in owning an electric vehicle, unchanged from 2024 but down from 59% in 2023.

Majorities of Americans are highly concerned about financial issues, including the economy, healthcare costs, inflation and the federal budget deficit.

A West Health and Gallup survey finds that 11% of U.S. adults are unable to pay for needed healthcare and prescribed medicine, marking a new high in a four-year trend.

Forty-three percent of Western U.S. residents have been affected by extreme weather over the past two years, up from 30% in 2023.

Men, conservatives and people of color are more approving of Trump in his second term, but approval has declined among liberals and older Americans.

Twelve percent of Americans report borrowing an estimated $74 billion to pay for healthcare expenses last year. More than one-quarter (28%) report being "very concerned" that a major health event could put them in medical debt in the future.

Most Americans now oppose daylight saving time, with support dropping sharply since 1999. Almost half prefer year-round standard time.

Satisfaction with the way things are going in the U.S. is up to 34%, driven by a record-high increase among Republicans.

Rural Gen Zers see fewer opportunities in their area for good jobs and college degrees. Perceived job opportunities influence Gen Zers' desire to relocate.

LGBTQ+ identification among U.S. adults has increased to 9.3%.

Almost six in 10 Americans support allowing openly transgender men and women to serve in the U.S. military, and nearly eight in 10 back women serving in combat roles.

As President Donald Trump launches initiatives to reshape the nation in his second term, a recent Gallup poll provides a road map for the issues Americans think need the most attention.

Six in 10 Gen Zers have recently experienced flooding, drought or unsafe tap water. These experiences may affect their future outlook on climate change.

Nearly all Americans use AI products, but many don't realize it. Most say the government and businesses are equally liable for reducing its potential harms.