Summary
In 2025, despite some negative feelings among Americans about the country's state, positive developments occurred. Independent bookstores are seeing a surge in popularity, and dam removals have allowed salmon to return to the Klamath River. Additionally, driverless taxis made headlines with notable events.
Key Facts
- 24% of Americans are satisfied with the current situation in the U.S., according to a Gallup poll.
- President Trump stated a "crisis of trust" during his inauguration in 2025.
- The number of independent bookstores in the U.S. grew from about 1,916 in 2020 to over 3,200 by the end of 2025.
- The Klamath River saw the largest dam removal in U.S. history, benefiting salmon migration.
- A driverless taxi in San Francisco was involved in the delivery of a baby, showing the technology's evolving role.
- A software update was necessary for Waymo's robotaxis following a city blackout in San Francisco.
