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Ever wonder how we collect our data?

Maybe you expect it to be by phone call or mail, which is how it used to be.

In 2026, most polls are conducted online. BUT no method is totally out of the question. Most pollsters reject the idea that “one size fits all” when it comes to polling, so we still use phone calls or mail to reach people.

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Ever wonder how we collect our data? Maybe you expect it to be by phone call or mail, which is how it used to be.

In 2026, most polls are conducted online. BUT no method is totally out of the question. Most pollsters reject the idea that “one size fits all” when it comes to polling, so we still use phone calls or mail to reach people.

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How Public Polling Has Changed in the 21st Century (April 2023)

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How people get news has changed dramatically in the 21st century. And no group shows that shift more clearly than young adults. People under 30 are shaping how information spreads – and giving us a possible glimpse into the future of news.

ABOUT THE PEW-KNIGHT INITIATIVE
The Pew-Knight Initiative supports new research on how Americans absorb civic information, form beliefs and identities, and engage in their communities. Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan, nonadvocacy fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping the world. Knight Foundation is a social investor committed to supporting informed and engaged communities.

ABOUT PEW RESEARCH CENTER
Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping the world. It conducts public opinion polling, demographic research, media content analysis and other empirical social science research. Pew Research Center does not take policy positions. It is a subsidiary of The Pew Charitable Trusts.

RELATED RESEARCH
Young Adults and the Future of News https://www.pewresearch.org/journalism/2025/12/03/young-adults-and-the-future-of-news/ (December 2025)

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How people get news has changed dramatically in the 21st century. And no group shows that shift more clearly than young adults. People under 30 are shaping how information spreads – and giving us a possible glimpse into the future of news.

ABOUT THE PEW-KNIGHT INITIATIVE
The Pew-Knight Initiative supports new research on how Americans absorb civic information, form beliefs and identities, and engage in their communities. Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan, nonadvocacy fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping the world. Knight Foundation is a social investor committed to supporting informed and engaged communities.

ABOUT PEW RESEARCH CENTER
Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping the world. It conducts public opinion polling, demographic research, media content analysis and other empirical social science research. Pew Research Center does not take policy positions. It is a subsidiary of The Pew Charitable Trusts.

RELATED RESEARCH
Young Adults and the Future of News https://www.pewresearch.org/journalism/2025/12/03/young-adults-and-the-future-of-news/ (December 2025)

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The Trump administration has reshaped federal science policy in the last year. In this changing environment, what do Americans think of the direction of science in the U.S.?

Democrats and Republicans sharply disagree on how the country is faring. Do you think we’re making enough scientific progress? How should it be funded? Let us know in the comments!

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Among high school seniors, girls are now less likely than boys to say they want to get married.

Why do you think young peoples’ attitudes about marriage might be changing? Tell us in the comments.

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We hear all the time about how toxic the internet is. But if you’re a parent, you may have had some more positive experiences online.

A recent Center survey finds that two-thirds of U.S. parents ever visit online parenting communities, including social media groups and discussion forums. An accompanying analysis of content on Reddit’s largest parenting forum shows that parents often post in times of distress, but commenters largely reply in support.

Do you participate in any online communities? What has been your experience there? Let us know in the comments.

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What do you do when survey respondents tell you that they’re seeing the word “yes” replaced with “forks?”

For starters, you believe them! Here’s the story of how we caught this bizarre web bug and made sure it didn’t mess with our survey data.

Let us know in the comments ⬇️ if you’ve ever had to answer a survey question with “forks!”🍴

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Is there a religious resurgence among young adults in the U.S.?

Our nationwide polling says no. But perhaps there are local pockets of renewed religious energy that don’t show up in the national data.

What's it like where you live? Are you seeing anything different? Drop it in the comments. And follow us for more facts on religion.

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