Beliefs about democratic institutions, authoritarianism, trust in government, civil liberties.

Do Americans endorse free market values or more economic equality?Perceptions of fairness, class, & capitalism.

Do Americans support international organizations like the UN, WTO and NATO? How do they feel about other countries and peoples?

Perceptions of institutional legitimacy, effectiveness, and public trust in core political and legal structures.

What are American’s attitudes toward immigration, nationalism, cultural diversity, race, and ethnicity?

Attitudes toward corruption, transparency, and mechanisms for holding leaders and institutions accountable.

Many are concerned that civic engagement has withered in America? Is there good evidence of this?

Views on abortion, homosexuality, euthanasia, drug use, tolerance

What are the trends in American social tolerance and trust? Are there signs of rising polarization?

Frequency of worship, importance of religion, attitudes toward atheists and religious minorities.

Views on family structure, gender equality, working mothers, marriage norms, and sexuality.

What are American’s beliefs in science, climate attitudes, AI, technology, and environmental priorities?