70% Say Being a Father is Important Role for Man to Play
Seventy percent (70%) of Americans say that being a father is the most important role for a man to fill in today’s world.
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June 16, 2007
June 15, 2007
Most Americans Very Concerned About Profanity, Sex, Violence on TV
By a 57% to 35% margin, American adults believe that protecting children from indecency is more important than freedom of speech.
June 14, 2007
57% Believe Life on Other Planets Likely
Fifty-seven percent (57%) of Americans say it is Somewhat or Very Likely that life exists on other planets. A Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey finds that 35% say life is Not Very Likely or Not at All Likely.
June 8, 2007
Paris Hilton Viewed Favorably by 12%
Pop diva Britney Spears and “The Simple Life” star Paris are both viewed unfavorably by 71% of American adults. Hilton, who was arrested for a DUI in September, is viewed favorably by a mere 12%, essentially unchanged from our previous survey.
May 31, 2007
Hurricane Season: 33% Think U.S. Better Prepared than Last Year
As the hurricane season begins, 33% of American adults believe the U.S. is better prepared this year than last year.
May 30, 2007
Poll: 61% View O’Donnell Unfavorably
Seventy-three percent (73%) of Americans have read, seen or hear about recent stories about Rosie O’Donnell’s early departure from her latest TV venture--“The View.”
May 25, 2007
Poll: 76% Have Favorable Opinion of the Military
This Memorial Day, 76% of Americans have a favorable opinion of the U.S. military. Just 14% have an unfavorable opinion. The celebrations hit close to home for millions of Americans. Sadly, 30% know someone who has given their life while serving the country.
May 22, 2007
Fans See Sparks as Next American Idol
Finalists Jordin Sparks and Blake Lewis will get one last chance to impress the American public and walk away with the title of American Idol and a recording contract.
May 21, 2007
23% Agree with Pope on Denying Communion to Pro-Choice Politicians
Pope Benedict XVI is viewed favorably by 44% of American adults and unfavorably by 26%. The latest Rasmussen Reports survey found that 30% have no opinion one way or the other.
May 16, 2007
US Postal Service Gets Favorable Reviews Despite Higher Price of Stamps
The U.S. Postal Service is holding its own in the era of e-mail and instant messaging—at least in the court of public opinion.
May 14, 2007
Idol Fans Say They're Ready for Blake Lewis to Leave
A Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey found that 36% believe Blake Lewis should leave the show after this week’s round.
May 9, 2007
Mother's Day: 66% Say Being a Mother the Most Important Role to Fill
Sixty-six percent (66%) of American adults say that being a mother is the most important role for a woman to fill in today’s world. A Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey found that 20% disagree.
May 3, 2007
Only 27% Are "Very Confident" Grocery Food is Safe
Seventy-seven percent (77%) of adult Americans are at least somewhat confident that their grocery food is safe, but only 27% are Very Confident.
April 14, 2007
24% Have Favorable Opinion of Imus
Don Imus, the recently fired CBS radio host, is viewed favorably by 24% of Americans and unfavorably by 51%. The latest Rasmussen Reports telephone survey found that Imus has lower ratings among women and older Americans.
April 11, 2007
Poll: Americans Believe They’re Paying More Than Fair Share of Taxes
Half (50%) of American adults believe that those who earn twice as much as they do pay less than twice as much in taxes. Just 7% believe that those who earn more pay more than their pro rata share while 19% believe that those who earn twice as much pay twice as much. Twenty-four percent (24%) are not sure.
April 6, 2007
Easter Poll: 76% Believe Jesus Rose From the Dead
As Christians prepare to celebrate Easter, a general belief in the basics of Christianity remains strong in the United States.
April 2, 2007
Poll: Jon Stewart in No Danger of Being Elected President
Eight percent (8%) of American voters would definitely vote for The Daily Show’s Jon Stewart if he was on the ballot in 2008.
March 30, 2007
Poll: 25% Have Found Mistakes on Wikipedia
The emergence of online video is increasing the gap between the Internet community and those who don’t go online.
March 30, 2007
Ohio State Top Pick Among Fans to Take NCAA Title
Twenty-eight percent (28%) of college basketball fans believe the Ohio State Buckeyes, led by freshman center Greg Oden will take their first NCAA Men’s Basketball title since 1960.
March 24, 2007
24% Consider Al Gore Global Warming Expert
Former Vice President Al Gore (D) received a warm welcome on Capitol Hill last week for his testimony on the environment and Global Warming. However, while he is now an Academy Award winner and celebrity activist, just 24% of Americans consider Gore an expert on Global Warming.
