Fewer Americans in new poll say democracy central to US identity
Summary
A recent poll shows that fewer Americans now view democracy as a main part of what makes the United States special. About two-thirds of people said having a government elected by the people is very or extremely important to the country’s identity.Key Facts
- The poll was done by The Associated Press and the NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.
- 66 percent of Americans said democracy is very or extremely important to U.S. identity.
- This percentage indicates a drop compared to previous polls.
- The poll was conducted before the U.S. celebrated its 250th anniversary.
- The poll asked people about values central to what makes the U.S. unique.
- Democracy was compared to other values in importance to American identity.
- The decline suggests changes in how Americans view democracy’s role in their country.
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