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AAPICUANNUAL CONFERENCE 2014
Frank Newport
Gallup Editor in Chief
Scottsdale, Arizona
February 21, 2014
Copyright © 2014 Gallup, Inc. All rights reserved.
Five Trends That Are Shaping Our Future
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I. LOSS OF FAITH IN GOVERNMENT
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Rise of Independents
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I. LOSS OF FAITH IN GOVERNMENT
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PARTY IDENTIFICATION
Rise of Independents Increased polarization among those left
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I. LOSS OF FAITH IN GOVERNMENT
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Rise of Independents Increased polarization among those left Move to libertarian positions on social issues – Partly as
a distrust of government
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I. LOSS OF FAITH IN GOVERNMENT
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Rise of Independents Increased polarization among those left Move to libertarian positions on social issues – Partly as
a distrust of government Although military still very positively positioned,
American public’s patience wears thin with longest war in nation’s history
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I. LOSS OF FAITH IN GOVERNMENT
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Rise of Independents Increased polarization among those left Move to libertarian positions on social issues – Partly as
a distrust of government America involved in the longest war in nation’s history,
and American public's patience wears thin Attempts to address major healthcare issue run into
headwinds – Partly as a distrust of government
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I. LOSS OF FAITH IN GOVERNMENT
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Rise of Independents Increased polarization among those left Move to libertarian positions on social issues – Partly as
a distrust of government America involved in the longest war in nation’s history,
and American public's patience wears thin Attempts to address major healthcare issue run into
headwinds – Partly as a distrust of government Americans eager for dramatic reforms in way
government works
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I. LOSS OF FAITH IN GOVERNMENT
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II. THE BIG DIALECTIC: PUSH BACK FROM THOSE CONVINCED GOVERNMENT MUST FIX PROBLEMS AND HELP THE DISADVANTAGED
“I’m a Democrat. But I believe what Republican Abraham Lincoln believed: That government should do for people only what they cannot do better by themselves, and no more. That’s why my education reform offers more competition, and more control for schools and states. That’s why we’re getting rid of regulations that don’t work. That’s why our health care law relies on a reformed private market, not a government program.’
“On the other hand, even my Republican friends who complain the most about government spending have supported federally financed roads, and clean energy projects, and federal offices for the folks back home.”
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"With or without this Congress, I will keep taking actions that help the economy grow.“
"We can either settle for a country where a shrinking number of people do really well while a growing number of Americans barely get by, or we can restore an economy where everyone gets a fair shot, and everyone does their fair share, and everyone plays by the same set of rules.“
“Join me in a national commitment to train 2 million Americans with skills that will lead directly to a job. My administration has already lined up more companies that want to help."
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MAJOR DIVIDING POINTS IN AMERICAN POLITICS
No gov’t involvement in
fixing problems, economy
Much gov’t involvement in fixing problems,
economy
People free to do what they want morally without social structure and cultural constraints Libertarians Democrats. liberals
Need social and cultural constraints on social structures and moral issues
Republicans, conservatives ?? Populists?
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PROPER ROLE OF FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
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Republicans Independents Democrats
% % %
5 Gov’t should take active steps in every area to improve life for citizens
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4 8 11 25
3 24 28 26
2 29 19 9
1 Gov’t should do only most basic functions 29 22 8
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Age
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III. AS NEVER BEFORE, DEMOGRAPHICS ARE DESTINY
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DEMOCRATIC OVER REPUBLICAN GAP: 2013
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15.00%
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Leaned Party Identification
1. Social Security and Medicare. 2. Healthcare.3. Funeral industry.4. Religion. 5. Travel and vacation market.6. Legal industry.7. Charity and volunteer work.8. Causes and special interests. 9. Housing industry. 10. Financial advice industry. 11. Dining out industry. 12. Politics.
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BABY BOOM IMPACT: LET ME COUNT THE WAYS
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Age Ethnicity
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III. AS NEVER BEFORE, DEMOGRAPHICS ARE DESTINY
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IV. THE CONTINUING IMPACT AND POWER OF RELIGION
1. Silver Tsunami2. Marital and fertility patterns3. Increasing market-sensitive innovations of
unbranded religion4. Recognition of well-being and health benefits of
religion5. Migration to more religious states6. Change in relationship between women and
religion7. Democratic embrace of religion
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SEVEN FACTORS WHICH WILL AFFECT THE INFLUENCE AND ROLE OF RELIGION IN SOCIETY IN THE FUTURE
1. Silver Tsunami2. Marital and fertility patterns3. Increasing market-sensitive innovations of
unbranded religion4. Recognition of well-being and health benefits of
religion5. Migration to more religious states6. Change in relationship between women and
religion7. Democratic embrace of religion
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SEVEN FACTORS WHICH WILL AFFECT THE INFLUENCE AND ROLE OF RELIGION IN SOCIETY IN THE FUTURE
18 22 26 30 34 38 42 46 50 54 58 62 66 70 74 78 82 86 9020%
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National Adults
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% HIGHLY RELIGIOUS BY AGE
2012
1. Silver Tsunami2. Marital and fertility patterns3. Increasing market-sensitive innovations of
unbranded religion4. Recognition of well-being and health benefits of
religion5. Migration to more religious states6. Change in relationship between women and
religion7. Democratic embrace of religion
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SEVEN FACTORS WHICH WILL AFFECT THE INFLUENCE AND ROLE OF RELIGION IN SOCIETY IN THE FUTURE
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Yes, have children No, do not have children
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% HIGHLY RELIGIOUS, BY CHILDREN IN HOME
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Married Not married
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% HIGHLY RELIGIOUS, BY MARITAL STATUS
2012
1. Silver Tsunami2. Marital and fertility patterns3. Increasing market-sensitive innovations of
unbranded religion4. Recognition of well-being and health benefits of
religion5. Migration to more religious states6. Change in relationship between women and
religion7. Democratic embrace of religion
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SEVEN FACTORS WHICH WILL AFFECT THE INFLUENCE AND ROLE OF RELIGION IN SOCIETY IN THE FUTURE
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1. Silver Tsunami2. Marital and fertility patterns3. Increasing market-sensitive innovations of
unbranded religion4. Recognition of well-being and health benefits
of religion5. Migration to more religious states6. Change in relationship between women and
religion7. Democratic embrace of religion
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SEVEN FACTORS WHICH WILL AFFECT THE INFLUENCE AND ROLE OF RELIGION IN SOCIETY IN THE FUTURE
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1. Silver Tsunami2. Marital and fertility patterns3. Increasing market-sensitive innovations of
unbranded religion4. Recognition of well-being and health benefits of
religion5. Migration to more religious states6. Change in relationship between women and
religion7. Democratic embrace of religion
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SEVEN FACTORS WHICH WILL AFFECT THE INFLUENCE AND ROLE OF RELIGION IN SOCIETY IN THE FUTURE
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1. Silver Tsunami2. Marital and fertility patterns3. Increasing market-sensitive innovations of
unbranded religion4. Recognition of well-being and health benefits of
religion5. Migration to more religious states6. Change in relationship between women and
religion7. Democratic embrace of religion
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SEVEN FACTORS WHICH WILL AFFECT THE INFLUENCE AND ROLE OF RELIGION IN SOCIETY IN THE FUTURE
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75%Male Female
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% HIGHLY RELIGIOUS, BY GENDER
2012
1. Silver Tsunami2. Marital and fertility patterns3. Increasing market-sensitive innovations of
unbranded religion4. Recognition of well-being and health benefits of
religion5. Migration to more religious states6. Change in relationship between women and
religion7. Democratic embrace of religion
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SEVEN FACTORS WHICH WILL AFFECT THE INFLUENCE AND ROLE OF RELIGION IN SOCIETY IN THE FUTURE
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I believe in God’s command to “love thy neighbor as thyself.” I know the version of that Golden Rule is found in every major religion and every set of beliefs -– from Hinduism to Islam to Judaism to the writings of Plato….For me as a Christian, it also coincides with Jesus’s teaching that “for unto whom much is given, much shall be required.” It mirrors the Islamic belief that those who’ve been blessed have an obligation to use those blessings to help others, or the Jewish doctrine of moderation and consideration for others…..And when I decide to stand up for foreign aid, or prevent atrocities in places like Uganda, or take on issues like human trafficking, it’s not just about strengthening alliances, or promoting democratic values, or projecting American leadership around the world, although it does all those things and it will make us safer and more secure. It’s also about the biblical call to care for the least of these –- for the poor; for those at the margins of our society. …..
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PRESIDENT OBAMA, WHITE HOUSE PRAYER BREAKFAST, FEBRUARY, 2012
In my moments of prayer, I’m reminded that faith and values play an enormous role in motivating us to solve some of our most urgent problems, in keeping us going when we suffer setbacks, and opening our minds and our hearts to the needs of others….We can’t leave our values at the door…I wake up each morning and I say a brief prayer, and I spend a little time in scripture and devotion.
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PRESIDENT OBAMA, WHITE HOUSE PRAYER BREAKFAST, FEBRUARY, 2012
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V. 237 YEARS AFTER THE COLONIES UNITED TO FORM A UNION, STATES REMAIN IMMENSELY DIFFERENTIATED ON MANY DIMENSIONS
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Lower expectations?
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A FEW WORDS ABOUT YOUNG PEOPLE, COLLEGE, EDUCATION
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Lower expectations? Living at home with deleterious consequences?
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Lower expectations? Living at home with deleterious consequences? College still seen as highly valued, but....
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Lower expectations? Living at home with deleterious consequences? College still seen as highly valued Online education: Threat or menace?
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Lower expectations? Living at home with deleterious consequences? College still seen as highly valued The online threat Choosing and paying for college
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THANK YOU!QUESTIONS?